Overview
The DJ Producer program is a 9-month journey through the art of DJing and music production. Students start by learning to DJ like a pro on industry-standard gear before diving into Ableton Live to create original tracks and remixes. Designed for aspiring DJs who want to develop into full-fledged artists, this program provides the essential skills, hands-on experience, and creative confidence to mix, produce, and perform like a pro.
From beat-matching to beat-making, you'll learn from expert DJs and producers in a collaborative environment. As with every IO Music Academy program, students get unlimited studio access, monthly private lessons, and lifetime access to a community of fellow DJs and producers.
Program Breakdown
The DJ Producer Program combines three of our most popular courses—Spin Class, Building Blocks, and Making Waves—offering an in-depth journey from learning how to DJ to creating original music and remixes.
Enrolling in a program offers students a reduced per-course cost and a structured path to their goals.
Spin Class (3 Months)
Spin Class is designed for aspiring DJs who want to learn to dig for music, mix tracks like a pro, read a crowd, and perform on the latest Pioneer DJ equipment.
Whether you're a beginner or already dabbling in DJing, this course will give you the foundation to perform confidently in clubs, parties, or your own events.
Building Blocks (3 Months)
In this course, you'll participate in engaging, interactive classes focused on the essentials of producing music using Ableton Live, the industry-standard software for producers worldwide. From creating your first beat to understanding song structure and music theory, you'll learn how to build tracks from scratch—even if you've never used music production software.
Learn more about Building Blocks
Making Waves (3 Months)
In this intermediate-level course, you'll dive deep into the rich history of sampling and remixing before exploring modern techniques that will help you create unique tracks. Whether you're interested in remixing songs, flipping samples, or working with acapellas, Making Waves will teach you the skills to produce polished remixes and inspired edits.
What We Provide
In class, we provide students with workstations featuring gear from industry partners such as the Pioneer DJ DDJ-FLX4, Novation Launchkey, Ableton Push 2, Behringer Crave, and Native Instruments Komplete Audio 1. This gives students hands-on experience with professional tools and allows them to participate in interactive exercises.
Outside of class, students enjoy unlimited access to our recording studios and DJ booths, fully equipped for songwriting sessions, recording vocals, mixing, mastering, production, or practicing for your next gig.
What You Need
To get the most out of your time at IO Music Academy, you’ll need:
A Laptop Ready for Music Production (MacBook Pro 2019 or newer recommended)
Wired Studio-Quality Headphones (Wireless headphones have latency and are not well-suited to music production)
MIDI Keyboard (for practicing and producing at home, we recommended 49 keys)
Rekordbox compatible DJ controller (available at a 25% discount)
Ableton Live 12 (available at a 50% discount)
Rekordbox (available for free)
Don’t have everything yet? No worries! Our team is here to help with recommendations and access to educational discounts.
Student Perks
Real Community
When you enroll at IO Music Academy, you're not just taking a class—you’re joining a thriving network of producers, vocalists, and artists led by industry-recognized instructors and team members deeply involved in their respective scenes.
Unlimited Studio Time
IO Music Academy students get unlimited time in our production and DJ studios for the duration of their course or program.
Private Lessons
Courses include monthly private lessons with your choice of instructor.
Circle Community
The IO Music Academy Circle gives you access to an exclusive online hub where you can collaborate, share feedback, and get support from fellow students and alumni.
Course Materials
Students enjoy lifetime access to all course materials, including videos, dynamic notes, and recordings, so you can revisit the content any time.
Educational Pricing
Get up to 50% off partner brands such as Ableton, Arturia, AIAIAI, Auto-Tune, Pioneer DJ, and more.
Pricing & Payment Plans
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