Overview
Find your favorite flavor in our 3-month Secret Sauce course. Tailored for intermediate producers, this immersive journey marries the rich history of electronic music with the cutting-edge techniques that shape today's hottest sounds.
Starting with a deep dive into the traditions and influences that laid the foundation for electronic dance music, you'll gain an insightful perspective on your favorite genres. You'll also learn modern tools and techniques to keep up with current trends while learning how to add your personal flavor to your productions.
Course Outcomes
• Build upon the fundamentals learned in Building Blocks and Making Waves
• Learn How to Produce in Any Genre: Whether you’re focused on learning how to make house music, how to produce techno, or another electronic genre, you’ll gain the tools needed to create professional-sounding tracks.
• Master Sound Design Techniques: Bring your music to life by developing the sound design skills necessary to create everything from punchy EDM synths to atmospheric techno textures.
• Enhance Your Rhythmic & Melodic Composition: Elevate your production skills by learning how to craft intricate rhythms, melodic progressions, and unique soundscapes that stand out in today’s competitive music scene.
Course Topics
Advanced Drum Programming: Learn how to craft powerful and textured beats by using drum breaks, drum machines, and found sounds. Perfect for those looking to create compelling rhythm sections in genres like bass music and house.
Bass Composition: Explore techniques to create heavy-hitting basslines like the 808 bass, Reese bass, and rumble bass, crucial for genres like Bass Music and EDM.
Pads & Chords: Learn advanced chord progressions, harmonic rhythms, and the use of effects on chords to create lush harmonies, enhancing your music in any genre, from Melodic Techno to Drum & Bass.
Arrangement Techniques: Master the art of arranging your tracks by studying common song structures, incorporating melodic variations, and creating effective transitions for a polished final product.
Finishing Tracks: Learn how to arrange your tracks for maximum impact by exploring advanced song structures, variations, transitions, fills, and FX.
Circle Community
Joining 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. You’ll also enjoy lifetime access to all course materials, including videos, dynamic notes, and recordings, so you can revisit the content any time.
Program Options
Secret Sauce is a cornerstone of several artist programs we offer, giving you the opportunity to expand your skills further:
Electronic Producer Program (12 Months)
Total Producer Program (18-24 Months)
Custom Producer Program (6-24 Months)
By enrolling in one of these programs, you'll benefit from a comprehensive learning experience at a reduced per-course cost, perfect for those committed to becoming professional producers.
Student Requirements
• Laptop (2019 or newer MacBook Pro recommended)
• Wired Headphones
• 49-Key MIDI Keyboard
• Ableton Live 12 (available at 40% off)
Ready to find the Secret Sauce?
If you’re ready to explore multiple genres and refine your production skills, it’s time to enroll in the Secret Sauce course. Whether you want to master how to make house music, learn how to produce techno, or create the next big EDM hit, this course will provide you with the tools and knowledge to succeed.
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