Producer Program in Los Angeles

Why join Producer Program at Garnish?

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Information and What You Will Learn+

Transform your initial spark of inspiration into polished, release-ready songs in our Producer Program. Master music theory, synthesis and sound design, hit songwriting, vocal production and mixing with LA's multi-platinum hitmakers in pop, urban and electronic music. Learn mic techniques and vocal arrangement, record in cutting edge studios, collaborate with your peers in songwriting workshops and explore the world of music publishing, song placements and licensing. Discuss release and promotion strategy with A&Rs and managers and finally showcase your songs in Garnish LA's Mandarin Lounge Songwriter Concert to guests and music industry invitees.

Who is this Program for?

→Aspiring Artists & Songwriters who wishes to create and release their own original music and perform live
→Producers looking to learn the secrets to crafting memorable melodies, authentic lyrics and collaborating efficiently with topliners
→Musicians aiming to have creative control over their music brand and receive formal training from chart-topping hitmakers
→Anyone looking to learn about music publishing, copyright laws, song pitching, licensing and be part of our songwriting community

Music Theory and Keyboard Proficiency

→Music Theory and Keyboard Proficiency enables students to be proficient in communicating with collaborators and become an efficient hit maker. All Garnish LA ProductionProgram students receive these music lessons in parallel with their other technology classes.

Synthesis and Sound Design

→Craft your unique sonic identity in the Sound Design module mastering Synthesizers and Samplers.
→Explore industry-standard plugins (Serum, Arturia Collection) and iconic hardware (Juno 106, Moog, DX7, Mellotron) to elevate your music.
→Go beyond Subtractive Synthesis with Granular, Additive, Wavetable, and FM synthesis, plus sampling based production techniques.
→Learn the art of Reverse Engineering in Sound Labs to dissect and recreate sounds from your favorite records, building your own sound libraries.
→Tap into the growing Sound Design industry for Pop and EDM genres, Video Games, VR, Film and TV in the Producer Program.

Hit Songwriting

→The SongCraft – Hit Songwriting module provides expert tips and real world examples that other sources neglect to share, bringing out the hitmaker in you! Taught by Billboard chart-topping LA songwriters in state of the art studios.
→Analyze hit-making techniques across genres and eras, turning your ideas into release-ready songs.
→Master Lyrics, Melodies, Song Splits, PROs, Publishing, and Master Ownership.
→Producers learn to effectively communicate their topline ideas to artists and songwriters.
→Stay ahead in the game with current Music Business insights from active songwriters and publishers, avoiding outdated resources.

Studio Vocal Production

Elevate your vocals in the Studio Vocal Production module for artists and producers.

→Transform demo vocals into release-ready records with guidance from seasoned session singers, no singing required.
→Master recording studio set up and signal flow, mic choices and techniques, auto tune, pre-amps, headphone mixes and effects for monitoring.
→Create genre-specific background parts, harmonies, rap vocals, adlibs, and creative vocal effects.
→Learn vocal comping, tuning, aligning, and mixing to create ready for release finished vocals.

Mixing

Students learn to create pro-level releases in the Mixing module, guided by LA's top Audio Engineers. In a saturated world of songs lacking clarity and depth, it pays to have your releases stand out!

→Mixing Module: Master acoustics, setting up your home studio, using Compressors, EQs, Reverbs and creative effects in our state of the art Studio A. Ensure your tracks shine on all audio systems—cars, phones, and in-ears.

GARNISH LA STUDIO A GEAR LIST

→Studio set up- Pro Tools HDX with Apogee Dual Set up
→Convertor- Lynx Aurora 8
→Speakers- Adam S3V with Adam Sub 12, Yamaha NS10s with Bryston 4B Amp
→Monitor Control- Dangerous D Box
→Microphone- Manley Reference Cardioid, Shure SM57s
→Pre Amps- Chandler Limited TG2, Heritage Audio 1073
→Reverb- Bricasti Design M7
→Compressors- Teletronix LA2A, Urei (Universal Audio) 1176, SSL XLogic G-series Compressor, Empirical Labs EL-8 Distressor
→Piano- Yamaha U3
→Synthesizers & Drum Machines- Roland Juno 60 (with MIDI), Juno 106, JX3P, Sequential Prophet Rev 2, Mellotron M4000D, Korg MS20, Triton Studio, Moog Subphatty, Yamaha DX7, YS200, Behringer Poly D, RD-8, Edge, Neutron, Arturia Matrix Brute
→Universal Audio Satellite

All synths are MIDI connected via iconnectivity MIO and Clever Audio MXM 12 Synth switcher. We also have a guitar pedal collection for sonic experiments.

Tuition and Dates

$5550 + $300 Registration

Next Cohort: Oct 5, 2026

Apply by Sept 7 for Early Bird $300 Discount—max 8 spots!

Registration Closes Sept 21

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→Pick your schedule: Tue/Thu 6:30PM–9:30 PM or Thu 6:30–9:30 PM + Sat 10 AM–1 PM (US Pacific Time)

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“My songs that were already finished were improved significantly, when I didn't think there was much room to improve. My writing ability and originality also increased. Casey is patient, but also honest, and it's exactly what I needed to get my music to another level. She was always open to hear original songs and give feedback, and was very good with answering questions even if they were asked more than once. If I could take the course myself again I totally would.”

Evan Frazer

Producer Program | Los Angeles