Youth Music Production Program
Creative technology. Real skills. Finished music.
This program is a hands-on music production experience designed for middle and high school students who want to learn how music is actually made using modern tools and real-world workflows.
Students learn how to create, shape, and present original music using industry-standard software and techniques—while developing technical fluency, creative confidence, and independent problem-solving skills.
The focus is not just on making beats or songs, but on understanding the full creative process from idea to finished project.
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 professional software
Create original music from concept to completion
Explore beat-making, sound design, and arrangement
Develop basic mixing and project organization skills
Participate in guided listening and feedback sessions
Present a final project showcasing their work
No prior music production experience is required.
Musical experience is welcome, but not necessary.
Program Structure
This program is designed to work in multiple settings, including individual enrollment, after-school programs, and school-based enrichment.
A typical structure may include:
Weekly 45-minute one-on-one or small-group sessions
Occasional collaborative or listening sessions
A final project or presentation experience
Exact scheduling and delivery can be adapted to fit:
families
after-school programs
charter schools
community organizations
Programs can be offered online depending on participant needs.
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.
About the Instructor
This program is led by Tamara Myles, also known as Obie Liz®—a professional composer, producer, and music educator with extensive experience in music production, curriculum design, and creative mentorship.
Her work blends artistic development with real-world workflows, ensuring students learn tools and processes that are actively used in today’s music industry—not simplified classroom simulations.
Enrollment & Program Interest
This is a for-profit creative education program offering individual enrollment and partnerships with after-school programs, charter schools, and community organizations.
Programs can be tailored to:
individual students
small groups
enrichment or pilot initiatives
If you’re interested in enrolling a student, starting a small group, or exploring a program for your organization, we’d love to connect.
While this program is designed primarily for middle and high school students, limited enrollment options are also available for adult learners interested in music production fundamentals. Adult instruction is offered separately and does not take place alongside youth programming.