Youth Music Production Program
Creative technology. Real skills. Finished music.
This is an outcomes-based music production program designed for middle and high school students who want to understand how music is actually created using modern tools and real-world workflows.
Rather than traditional “lessons,” students work through a structured learning path focused on building fluency with music production software, creative problem-solving, and completing original music projects from idea to final export.
Each student follows an individualized curriculum aligned with their goals—while learning alongside a small cohort for feedback, accountability, and shared growth.
Who This Program Is For
This program is designed for:
Middle and high school students (boys and girls)
Students curious about music, sound, or creative technology
Learners who enjoy hands-on, project-based instruction
Students seeking an alternative or supplement to traditional music education
No auditions. No performance pressure.
Just structured creative learning.
Why This Program Exists
Music production and creative technology are now core skills in today’s music industry, but access to quality instruction is still limited—especially outside of traditional band, choir, or private lesson models.
This program was created to give students:
direct access to professional tools
structured guidance without pressure
space to experiment, create, and learn by doing
The goal is not perfection.
The goal is fluency, confidence, and creative ownership.
What Students Will Learn & Do
During the program, students will:
Learn the fundamentals of music production using industry-standard software
Create original music from concept to completion
Develop skills in songwriting, beat-making, and arrangement
Explore sound selection, project organization, and basic mixing concepts
Participate in guided listening, critique, and discussion
Complete and present a finished music project
No prior music production experience is required.
Musical experience is welcome, but not necessary.
Program Structure
This program is delivered through small-group cohort sessions with individualized learning paths.
Session Format
Small groups of up to 3 students
1 hour and 15 minutes per session
Weekly sessions during each 6-week term
Each student receives:
A personalized curriculum based on their goals
Clear outcomes for the 6-week cycle
Guidance tailored to their experience level and interests
This structure allows students to:
Learn at their own pace
Share ideas and feedback with peers
Build confidence using creative technology
Required Student Equipment
To ensure students can practice and progress independently, the following are required:
Apple MacBook or iPad
GarageBand or Logic Pro X installed
Headphones
Suggested (not required):
MIDI keyboard for home practice
External hard drive
Students must bring their own laptop and headphones to each session.
Learning Paths
Students choose one track per 6-week session.
• Track 1: Music Production & DAW Skills
• Track 2: Composition & Writing for Media (Sync Foundations)
Students may switch tracks if interests change.
Adult Learners
While this program is designed primarily for youth, limited enrollment options are available for adult learners interested in music production fundamentals.
Adult instruction is:
Offered separately
Scheduled independently
Not combined with youth programming