MUSIC PRODUCTION COURSE

Course Overview
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This comprehensive course is designed for musicians and producers who want to enhance their technical and creative skills in music production. Across five in-person sessions, participants will receive structured instruction in composition, recording, production, mixing, mastering, and music business fundamentals.
The course provides a complete overview of the modern music production process, from initial composition to final release, with a focus on practical application and professional workflows.
Course Structure
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Session 1 – Composition and Arrangement
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Techniques for composing original music
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Developing a unique musical identity
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Arranging tracks for different genres and styles
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Session 2 – Recording and Production
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Introduction to Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs)
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Effective use of microphones, mixers, and recording techniques
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Application of audio effects in the production process
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Session 3 – Mixing
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Balancing and blending individual track elements
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Equalization, compression, and spatial effects
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Preparing tracks for mastering
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Session 4 – Mastering
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Finalizing the sound for release on platforms such as Spotify and YouTube
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Loudness standards and audio formats
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Creating master-ready audio files
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Session 5 – Music Business and Monetization
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Overview of music rights management (GEMA, GVL)
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Introduction to working with labels and publishers
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Strategies for monetizing music independently
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Objectives
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By the end of the course, participants will:
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Understand the full music production workflow from composition to release
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Gain hands-on experience with recording, mixing, and mastering tools
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Learn how to navigate the business aspects of the music industry
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Be equipped to produce professional-quality tracks independently
Instructors
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Heiko Bandasch
Fabian Merfort
Dates
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Each session runs from 13:30h to 18:30h
September 14, 2025
October 5, 2025
November 22, 2025
January 17, 2026
February 7, 2026
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Course Details
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Participants: Minimum 4
Fee: €780 (5 sessions)
(minardi STUDIO students receive a 10% discount; installment plans available)​
Please note that spaces are limited.