SUMMER COURSE

SUMMER COURSE

SUMMER COURSE / ADVANCED MUSIC PRODUCTION

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Course start dates:
June 1 / June 29 / August 3

Summer price: 3450 SEK with discount
(regular price 6900 SEK)

Level: Advanced
Format: Afternoon (2:00-5:00 p.m.)
Course length: 5 days (Mon-Fri)
Number of teaching hours: 16
Number of independent study hours: 40-60
Language of instruction: Swedish & English
Location: Stockholm & Distance learning

50% DISCOUNT ON OUR SUMMER COURSES! USE THE CODE SUMMER50 at checkout!

MUSIC PRODUCTION / ADVANCED

Music Production Advanced is a continuation course in music production aimed at those who already have basic knowledge of a DAW and want to take their production to the next level. The course is suitable for those who produce music themselves and want to deepen their understanding of arrangement, mixing, sound design, and professional workflows.

During the course, you will develop your ability to analyze and build productions with clear structure, dynamics, and musical direction. You will learn advanced techniques in EQ, compression, and bus mixing, as well as how to use effects and signal processing to create more professional and dynamic productions.

The course also delves deeper into creative aspects of music production, such as sound design with synthesizers, how different effects can be used to create a unique sound, and how to work with vocal production and recording. You will also gain an understanding of how mastering works and how to prepare your productions for release.

In addition to the technical aspects, you will also gain insight into the music industry, how to present your music professionally, and how to attract the attention of industry players. After the course, you will have a deeper understanding of both production and the industry, as well as the tools to develop your own sound and artistic identity.

COURSE CONTENT

Music Production Advanced consists of five different modules focusing on both technical deepening and creative development in music production.

    • How to analyze productions and song structure

    • Arrangement, dynamics, and musical form

    • Understand different genres and their production techniques

    • In-depth look at EQ and how frequencies work
      Compression – how it works and when it is used

    • Mixing with volume, panning, EQ, and compression

    • Bus mixing and how to organize your mix

    • Bus compression and how it is used in production

    • Multiband compression

    • Parallel compression and other advanced techniques

    • Creative signal processing and effects

    • How to develop and shape your own sound

    • Reverb and various types of room effects

    • Delay and creative delay techniques

    • Automation and use of sends

    • Microphone technology and vocal recording

    • How to mix vocals in a production

    • Pitch correction and vocal processing

    • Basic synthesis (oscillators, filters, ADSR, LFO)

    • Subtractive and FM synthesis

    • How sensors are constructed and how the signal flow works

    • Design of leads, basses, pads, and effects

    • Layering and modulation

    • Processing of samples and sound design

    • What mastering is and how the process works

    • How to prepare a mix for mastering

    • Limiting and mastering chains

    • The difference between producer, songwriter, and artist

    • Rights, royalties, and sampling

    • How to professionally submit music to the industry

Through this training, you also get discounts on our workshops and masterclasses, access to AP Academy's student forum, and most importantly, all the tools you take with you from the course that will help you continue to develop.

COURSE INFORMATION

This course has no prerequisites, you book your place by clicking on book now under the date and music production program you want to book. 

WHAT YOU GET

  • Compendium with information about your DAW and all its features

  • Discount on workshops and masterclasses

  • Access to the AP Academy Forum

THIS IS WHAT YOU NEED

  • Your own computer with DAW (Logic Pro, Ableton Live or FL Studio) installed

  • Headphones

"Really happy with this school! Great teachers who really know their subject, give good feedback and push you to get better. Cozy environment and class. Highly recommend!"
- Selina Nordin

  • You apply for the course by clicking on the 'book now' button above. If there are multiple course dates open, be sure to select the correct course date.

    Once you have booked and paid (or chosen part payment) your course, your place is fully booked. You will receive an email with all practical information before the start of the course approx. 14 days before the start date. 

  • You don't need any prior knowledge of music to apply for this course, but can be a complete beginner. We will help you on your way to discover your musical creativity and become comfortable with Logic Pro as a tool.

    Once you have applied and received confirmation, your place is booked and ready. 

  • We have fully equipped studios in the school with all the music equipment needed for you to record, write and produce music. As a student of Basic Music Production Logic Pro, you have access to our student stations with midi keyboard, screen, mouse and keyboard during the lessons. If you do not have access to a computer or headphones, please let us know before the start of the course, and we will arrange a loan computer for you. Apart from a computer and headphones, all you need is a good attitude!

Course leader

Adam Förström
adam.f@apacademy.se

Besa Krasniqi
besa@apacademy.se

Do you want more information about the COURSE?

Fill in your email address and we will send you a brochure with more information about the course and how to apply for it! 

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