Music Production Course Curriculum
The Music Production program in Chennai & Neyveli is structured into progressive modules, building foundational knowledge to advanced creative and technical mastery. Total: ~8 – 12 months (including projects and self-practice).
- Introduction to Sound: Acoustics, psychoacoustics, frequency, amplitude, phase, waveforms
- Music Theory Basics: Scales, chords, harmony, rhythm, song structure (for producers)
- Digital Audio Fundamentals: Sample rate, bit depth, file formats, signal flow
- DAW Orientation: Setup, interface, sessions, MIDI vs. audio, basic navigation (Logic Pro / Ableton / FL Studio)
- Critical Listening: Ear training drills, reference track analysis
- Microphones & Preamp: Types (dynamic, condenser, ribbon), polar patterns, placement techniques
- Recording Workflow: Gain staging, input levels, tracking vocals/instruments, multi-mic setups
- Studio Etiquette & Session Management: Working with artists, pre-production, session planning
- MIDI Programming: Sequencing drums, bass, synths; quantization, groove templates
- Â Basic Editing: Comping takes, timing correction, fades, crossfades
- Synthesis Types: Subtractive, FM, wavetable, granular, additive
- Sound Sculpting: Oscillators, filters, envelopes, LFOs, modulation
- Sampling & Resampling: Chop, slice, manipulate samples; creative processing
- Effects Basics: Reverb, delay, chorus, phaser, distortion, filters
- Â Building Custom Instruments & Presets
- Song Structure & Arrangement: Builds, drops, tension/release, genre-specific workflows (pop, EDM, hip-hop, film scoring)
- Beat Making & Groove: Drums, percussion, basslines, layering
- Vocal Production: Recording, comping, tuning (Melodyne/Auto-Tune), harmonies, effects
- Â Creative Production: Remixing, hybrid live + electronic, sound selection
- EQ Mastery: Parametric, dynamic, mid-side EQ
- Compression & Dynamics: Parallel, multiband, sidechain, transient design
- Reverb/Delay Sends: Creative & spatial use
- Automation & Bus Processing: Groups, glue compression, mix buss
- Stereo Imaging & Panning: Width, depth, translation checks
- Mastering Chain: EQ, multiband compression, saturation, limiting
- Loudness Standards: LUFS, true peak, streaming prep (Spotify, Apple Music)
- Reference Comparison & Critical Listening
- Exporting: Formats (WAV, MP3, hi-res), dithering, metadata
- Capstone Project: Produce, mix, and master 3–5 original tracks for portfolio
Music Production Learning Outcomes
 Produce professional-grade tracks from idea to final master
 Record and edit clean, high-quality audio
Design unique sounds and synth patches
 Mix with clarity, balance, and impact
Understand industry workflows and prepare releases
Build a strong demo reel/portfolio for jobs or freelance
Job opportunities
Career Path | Relevant Industries |
Recording Engineer | Music studios, film studios, broadcast facilities |
Mixing Engineer | Music studios, post-production houses |
Mastering Engineer | Music industry |
Live Sound Engineer | Concert venues, theaters, sporting events, corporate events |
Sound Designer | Film, television, video games, theater, advertising |
Broadcast Engineer | Radio and television stations |
Audio Equipment Technician | Audio equipment manufacturers, rental companies |
Music Producer | Music industry |
Post-Production Engineer | Film, television, video games, advertising |
Game Audio Designer/Engineer | Video game development companies |
Acoustical Consultant | Architectural firms, audio equipment manufacturers |
AV Technician/Engineer | Corporate events, educational institutions, hotels, event production companies |
Admissions are now open for our Music Production classes—learn hands-on with real studio experience, expert mentors, and practical skills to confidently start your career in music.