What subjects ARE covered in MMP?

This is a tailored class, so you and seven others will help determine what you want to learn. Here are possible subjects:

• Songwriting (Part 1 only)

• Song Arrangement

• Music Recording and Production

• Arrrangement and Orchestration

• Use of Music Theory and its application to production

• Mixing and Mastering

• Personal guidance as an artist

• Personal life practices as an artist

• Creative process and creative flow

What will be asked of you:

• 5-10 hours (outside of class time) to actively work on music throughout the week

• Online Class Attendance

How Does it Work?

This is what a typical 8 week mentorship might look like: Eight students will be selected for the class based on their original music. Part 1 (Intermediate and Advanced) will walk through the process from songwriting or melody theme writing to production and arrangement. Part 2 (Intermediate and Advanced) will cover production and post production and move into mixing and mastering. During each class, one or more students work will be featured. Eric will work hands on with your music while discussing concepts and techniques in front of the class. During the session there will be opportunity to interact and ask questions as Eric works with your material. Each student is guaranteed two opportunities to have their music featured. All other seven classmates will be able to observe and ask questions as time allows.

Regardless of your skill level, this class is designed for serious students only. You will need to have time to invest OUTSIDE of class time to implement lessons learned. So generally speaking, five to ten hours is recommended outside of class-time.

AM I QUALIFED?

Only students at intermediate and advanced levels will be permitted. Students will be accepted by an online “audition tape” process. If you are accepted to the program, it is up to your discression what class level to take:

INTERMEDIATE PRE-REQUISITE SKILLS

• Basic understanding of music theory, chords, scales, etc.

• Some experience in song-writing and recording your own songs

• Basic knowedge of how to use your DAW (digital audio workstation)

• Basic enginnering skills (I know how to plug in and record various instrunents, I have used an EQ and reverb, etc.)

• Basic audio recording and editing skills

• Basic experience with sound sample libraries

• Basic midi recording and/or programming skills (I know how to quantize midi, edit midi, transpose midi, etc)

• Basic understanding of how to export individual audio files to be uploaded for class projects

ADVANCED PRE-REQUISITE SKILLS

• Familiarity and flow with songwriting/composing

• Familiarity and flow working within a DAW

• Some experience in various microphone techniques

• Some experience with advanced mixing techinques (compression, effects)

• Some experience with advanced editing (quantization and editing of multi-mic drum recordings, auto tune or melodyne, etc)

What Equipment Do I Need?

The following will be required to participate in the program:

• A recording platform or DAW (digital audio workstation) to record music. It could be as simple as GarageBand or in depth as Pro Tools, Cubase, Logic, etc.

• A decent monitoring setup (Studio speakers preferred, but good head-phones are acceptable)

• A mic or microphones to record audio (if using vocals or acoustic instruments)

• Sound libraries - If you are a logic user, then the 60 GB sounds avaible with Logic is more than enough. Depending on your particular DAW, you may need more than the default sounds provided.

• For Zoom sessions: A computer with headphones and mic. Higher quality headphones are a plus, but not required. If you have studio monitors and a microphone input into Zoom, this is ideal. You will need to download and use the web browser Chrome alongside of Zoom.

• A larger monitor screen is highly recommended (1080 or 4k and above) It is difficult to see when using a small screen. Classes are taught with 4k resolution.

• Your internet connection is key to a successful session. A download speed of at least 8Mbps is necessary, however speeds above 15Mbps are best. To test your speed on a computer, simply go to http://www.speedtest.net. For iOS devices, download https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/speed-test-speedsmart-wifi/id366593092?mt=8. If you plan on being at a coffee shop with several people on wifi, be sure to do a speed test before arranging a session there.

WHEN ARE CLASSES? HOW MUCH DO THEY COST?

PART 1: SONGWRITING, ARRANGEMENT, AND PRODUCTION 8 WEEK COURSE
Starting February 10, 2024 (Easter Week off)
Saturday 7:45am - 9:30 (PST) Intermediate Level - $275
Saturday 10am - 11:45am (PST) Advanced Level - $275

PART 2: POST-PRODUCTION, MIXING, AND MASTERING 8 WEEK COURSE
Starting April 13, 2024
Saturday 8am am - 9:45 (PST) Intermediate Level - $275
Saturday 9:45am - 11:30am (PST) Advanced Level - $275

10% AUTOMATIC DISCOUNT for students enrolled in BOTH parts. Students can choose only PART 1 or PART 2 classes. However, all students who are accepted to the PART 1 program will automatically be accepted to PART 2 and will have priority on the wait list. (Most students typically do both parts.)

Each session will last 1 hour and 45 minutes. (No refunds for absences)

when ARE application AND TUITION deadlineS?

PART 1

Applications: Open November 2023

Tuition Due: Before Class Starts in February 1, 2024

PART 2

Applications: April 17, 2024

Tuition Due: Before Class Starts April 2024