March 26th 2020

Learn your way around one of the world's premier digital audio workstations, Ableton Live 10.

March 10th 2020

Learn how to select and shape sounds for use in Pop. Expect synthesis strategies and technical tips on leveling up your pop productions.

March 5th 2020

Learn how to choose and layer samples, add swing and groove, and turn your bored beats into bonafide bangers.

December 16th 2019

LP Giobbi is a producer-DJ-music director-synth warrior goddess born in Oregon and based in LA. When she’s not collaborating or touring with the likes of Sofi Tukker, Jax Jones, Hotel Garuda or Autograf, she’s co-founding burgeoning publishing companies and touring parties (Animal Talk Collective), heading up a thriving non-profit organization to address the lack of representation and equity in electronic music (FEMMEHOUSE), acting as North American Music Director for W Hotels, and running her namesake apparel business (GIOBBI).

December 9th 2019

Meet our team and check out our facilities on December 9th! Learn about our courses, catch the vibe of a class, and see if IO Music Academy is the right fit for you.

November 18th 2019

Dive into synthesis and sound design with our resident expert, Lauren Kop.

November 17th 2019

Level up your low-end and learn the secrets of how to achieve clean mixes with thick bass and thumping kicks. Veteran house producer BOT (dirtybird, This Ain't Bristol, Main Course) will be sharing tips and tricks on mixing bass, layering low frequency sounds, and nailing the relationship between your kick and sub.

About BOT:

With an already long resume (did we mention he was in Crookers?) and a steady stream of releases on labels such as dirtybird, This Ain’t Bristol, Food Music, Psycho Disco!, and Main Course – the imprint he co-founded with friends Astronomar and Neoteric – BOT continues to push boundaries with his unique take on dance music.

November 15th 2019

lophiile, real name Tyler Acord, is a critically acclaimed producer known for his collaborations with artists such as H.E.R, Goldlink, Van Jess, and Alina Baraz. By seamlessly blending his love of jazz, hip-hop, and pop with innovative production and hard-hitting mixes, he has quickly established himself as a go-to producer for some of the music industry's most compelling artists. With his debut EP project “To Forgive” on Blue Note Records earlier this year and his new single “No Bus”, he continues to push sonic boundaries. Learn how this rising star approaches making beats, collaborating, and navigating through the music industry as we sit down for an extra special masterclass on Friday, November 15th.

October 20th 2019

Transform your song into a live performance set in Ableton Live! Ableton Push and a Novation MIDI keyboard will be provided for all attendees. Bring your laptop and project files.

About Lauren: LA-native Lauren Kop AKA mini bear has established herself as a must-see performer and respected producer in LA's underground pop scene by combining synth-laden productions with a vivid aesthetic. Her high-energy show, which features live vocals and analog synths, has scene her grace the stage at historic venues such as The Echo, Moroccan Lounge, The Hi-Hat, and Bootleg Theatre.