Career Advancement in Music Production

2-Quarter Program (20-weeks)

For aspiring music producers who want a well-rounded and practical education in music production.

Career Advancement in Music Production

Take the next step in your career as a music producer at The Collective Global Vision. The Career Advancement program prepares you with all the fundamentals you need to work in the music industry.

Small Class Environment

Get extra individualized attention from NYC’s top producers and teachers with a 5-to-1 student-to-teacher ratio.

1-on-1 Private Lessons

Your anchor teacher will guide you through your program in weekly mentorship sessions.

Collaborations with Pros

Get in the studio with NYC-based vocalists, instrumentalists, and producers.

Program Cost

$11,875

By the end of your program you will be able to:

Produce using industry-standard DAWs and studio equipment

Learn Ableton Live and Logic Pro 

Use innovative and time-tested studio recording techniques

Master digital, analog, and combined signal flows

Apply music theory to your production process

Communicate your ideas to other musicians and work more efficiently

Use sound design, mixing, and mastering techniques

Get inspired by new sounds and put the finishing touches on your tracks

Collaborate and manage projects in the studio

Find your role and become a creative leader

20 Weeks

of well-rounded music education

143 Hours

of guided learning with a music industry professional

Daily

access to the facility and production gear

Weekly

networking and workshop events

Your Curriculum

APPLIED THEORY I: [ONLINE]

PIANO FOR PRODUCERS: Piano for Producers is a hands-on, practical course designed to help music producers and beatmakers develop essential piano skills for music production. Whether creating melodies, programming chords, or arranging tracks, the piano is one of the most powerful tools in a producer’s toolkit. This course focuses on teaching students the fundamentals of piano playing in a way that’s directly applicable to their work in the studio.

Through a combination of clear instruction, practical exercises, and real-world applications, students will learn how to play chords, scales, and melodies on the piano—and how to use these skills to enhance their productions. No prior piano experience is required; this course is designed to meet students where they are and help them build a strong foundation for their creative work.

STUDIO RECORDING I: Explore the fundamentals of multitrack recording techniques and technology in Studio Recording I. This course covers the principles of sound recording, microphone placement, signal flow, and mixing. Students will gain hands-on experience in creating, editing, and mixing multitrack recordings, preparing them for professional audio production environments.

PRODUCING IN THE DIGITAL AUDIO WORKSTATION I: Producing in the Digital Audio Workstation is an introductory course designed to equip students with the fundamental skills and techniques needed for music production using either Ableton Live or Logic Pro. This course covers essential topics such as navigating the software interface, understanding basic audio and MIDI concepts, and utilizing both DAW’s powerful built-in instruments and effects. Students will learn to create, arrange, and mix their own tracks, exploring various genres and production styles. Through hands-on projects and practical exercises, this course aims to develop both technical proficiency and creative confidence, providing a solid foundation for both producers and musicians.

SOUND DESIGN TECHNIQUE I: Sound Design Technique I is an introductory course focused on creating and manipulating sounds using virtual synthesizers, with emphasis on wavetable VSTs like Vital and Serum. Students will explore the core elements of these software instruments, including oscillators, filters, envelopes, LFOs, and modulation matrices. Through hands-on projects, they’ll learn to craft a variety of sounds from scratch, developing skills in designing basses, leads, pads, and textures for electronic music production. By course end, students will have a solid foundation in VST-based sound design, preparing them for more advanced techniques in future studies.

APPLIED THEORY II: [ONLINE] 

PIANO FOR PRODUCERS II: Piano for Producers II is an intermediate-level course designed to help aspiring producers deepen their piano skills and expand their creative possibilities in music production. Building on the foundational skills learned in Piano for Producers, this course challenges students to explore more advanced techniques, including complex chords, improvisation, and advanced harmony, all while maintaining a strong focus on practical applications in the studio. Through a combination of advanced instruction, hands-on exercises, and real-world projects, students will refine their piano playing and learn how to use these skills to create richer, more dynamic tracks. 

PRODUCING IN THE DIGITAL AUDIO WORKSTATION II: Building upon the foundational skills acquired in Producing in the Digital Audio Workstation I, this intermediate course delves deeper into the intricacies of music production using Ableton Live or Logic Pro. Students will explore advanced techniques in sound design, complex routing and signal flow, advanced MIDI programming, and sophisticated mixing and mastering processes. The course emphasizes the development of a unique production style through in-depth study of genre-specific techniques, advanced sound manipulation, and creative use of plugins and external hardware. Students will engage in collaborative projects, analyze professional productions, and refine their skills in arrangement and composition.

ANCHOR TEACHER PRIVATE LESSONS: Anchor Private Lessons provide personalized, one-on-one instruction designed to complement and enhance the skills learned throughout the program. Whether students are looking to deepen their understanding of a specific topic, catch up on challenging material, or explore advanced concepts, these tailored sessions offer the flexibility to focus on individual needs and goals.

MIX ENGINEERING: Mix Engineering is a comprehensive course that equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to create professional-quality audio mixes. Bridging theory with hands-on practice, this course covers advanced techniques in balancing, equalization, dynamics processing, and spatial effects using industry-standard equipment and software. Students will develop critical listening skills, learn mix analysis, and master problem-solving strategies for common mixing challenges. The curriculum emphasizes both technical proficiency and creative decision-making, teaching students to enhance the emotional impact of music through mixing. Through practical assignments and real-world projects, students will explore mix architecture, signal flow optimization, advanced EQ techniques, dynamic range control, creative use of effects, stereo imaging, and mix bus processing.