Intermediate Production Course
Go from loops to complete tracks. Learn the essential mixing and arrangement skills to finish your tracks.
Course Overview
Bridge the gap between beginner basics and a professional sound.
Ready to move past loops and basic beats? Learn how to transform your initial ideas into full tracks with our Intermediate Music Production Course. 1-to-1 music production lessons in London or online.
In your intermediate-level music production classes you’ll build on your foundational knowledge and explore creative ways to build fuller tracks. You'll get familiar with a range of tools including effects, EQ and automation. You’ll then solidify this knowledge, taking your mixes from flat to balanced as you explore mixdown techniques using compression, side-chaining, gain staging and panning. By the end, you'll be able to build fuller tracks and get your mixes sounding balanced.
We teach all genres of music, from Techno, House, and DnB to Hip-Hop, Pop, and RnB. No matter your style, we can teach you how to create it. All lessons are delivered through personalised 1-to-1 sessions, with flexible booking available seven days a week in our studios in Camden Town, London or online.
Our music production lessons are taught using Ableton Live, Logic Pro or FL Studio. Contact us if you need help deciding which software to use.
Flexible Lessons
Buy your course, then check your email for the link to schedule your lessons. Lessons are taught 1-to-1 and available seven days a week at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm and 8pm.
4 Lessons
Pick your day & Time
1-to-1
What You Will Learn
Writing Techniques
Genre • Identity • Mentorship
Tips, tricks and strategies to help you write music that fits your genre and unique sound. Benefit from industry insight and mentorship.
Groove Structure
Flow • Cohesion • Impact
Create compelling groove structures adhering to your specific genre of music. Use advanced compositional elements to craft dynamic rhythms.
Melodic Progression
Tension • Resolution • Narrative
Shape emotive melodies by guiding listeners through tension and resolution, creating a powerful musical story.
Audio Effects
Texture • Space • Depth
Apply audio effects to add texture, create space, and introduce movement, transforming simple sounds into immersive experiences.
MIDI Effects
Modulation • Variation • Control
Learn how to use MIDI effects to program dynamic changes and generate creative variation in your patterns.
Automation
Movement • Dynamics • Progression
Program automation to create movement, shape dynamics, and control the energy of your track over time.
Compression
Dynamics • Glue • Mixing
Understand and apply compression to help control the cumulative dynamics of your tracks and glue everything together.
Sidechaining
Space • Rhythm • Clarity
Create pumping rhythms and clean low-end by using side-chain compression to carve out space in your mix.
Synthesis
Oscillators • ADSR • Modulation
Skilfully design and build your own sounds using the core components of software synths: oscillators, filters, and modulation.
Mixdown Techniques
Advanced EQ • Gain Staging • Panning
Take you mix to the next level with advanced use of EQs, filters and audio processing. Create a balanced mix in the stereo field.
Equipment & Software
You can choose to learn with Ableton Live, Logic Pro or FL Studio — all industry favourites for creating award-winning music. Once you book, you'll receive an email with a link to schedule your lessons and choose your program. Not sure which to pick? Contact us for advice.
It's best to bring your own laptop with your chosen program installed, but we also have computers and all the equipment you need in the studio — so you can still take the course without one.
Intermediate Production Course
Create Your Sound
£349
This Course Includes
- 1-1 Production Lessons
- Learn Ableton, Logic or FL
- Flexible Lesson Times
- Dive Deeper into Production
- Find Your Sound
- In-person or Online
From the Booth: Student Experiences
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I book my lessons?
Once you buy a course, you will receive an email from us with a link to schedule your lessons. You can choose the day, time and tutor. The schedule is up to you; most students take one or two lessons a week, but feel free to choose when you want to come. Some students who travel quite far to reach us will block-book the lessons to form a crash course. If you'd like to condense your lessons into a shorter time period, like a crash course please contact us to arrange your schedule.
Can I see the available times before buying a course?
We offer lessons seven days a week at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm and 8pm. We have multiple rooms and tutors on site giving you lots of flexibility to choose your own lesson schedule. For last minute bookings please contact us because we can often open up more availlablity for you. You can also check the available lesson times before buying a course by clicking here.
Can I book the lessons with a family member or friend?
Yes. Please contact us to arrange lessons for two or more people.
Can I buy the course as a gift?
Yes. Navigate to our Gifts page to view all the options, or contact us if you want to create a special gift.
Do you accept international students?
Anyone can book a course at LSA. Students who are in the UK with a standard visitor visa can take any of our courses. Contact us to arrange your lesson schedule if you want to complete all the courses during a short stay.
Will I receive any course materials?
Yes. When you arrive at the studio, we'll ask you to enrol on the iPads. You'll then receive a welcome email with your course notes attached.
What ages do you teach?
We teach all ages 6 and up in our DJ courses and 8 and up in our production courses. We welcome all ages at LSA and even have students in their 70s.
What do I need for my first music production lesson?
We have everything needed at the studio but many music production students will bring their laptop with their chosen software installed. We recommend the standard versions of Ableton Live, Logic Pro or FL Studio.
Do I receive a certificate when I've completed my music production course?
Yes. Once you complete the Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced levels you'll receive your LSA Pro Producer certificate.
Are production lessons in-person or online?
We offer you the option to learn in-person at our studios or book online lessons. In-person lessons are taught at our studios in Camden Town, London. Online lessons are still 1-1 and facilitated via Zoom. If you'd like to book online lessons please contact us.
What styles of music can I learn how to produce?
We can teach you how to produce any style of music.
How many lessons are in this production course?
Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced production courses each include four 2-hour lessons — eight hours of tuition per course.
What music production software do you teach with?
Once you've booked your course, you can choose Ableton, Logic or FL Studio lessons. Some of our tutors also teach Reason and Cubase — contact us to arrange lessons on those.
I already have some production experience but I'm not sure which course to book...
We teach 1-1, so we can adapt the lessons to suit any ability level. If you're self-taught, we recommend booking the Beginner course. Once you're here in the studio, we will look at your projects and tick-off everything you already know. We can then teach you at a more advanced level if needed.
How do I choose a production tutor to work with?
Once you've booked your course, you'll receive an email with a link to schedule your lessons. You can then choose your day, time and tutor. We recommend using the same tutor for most of your lessons, but you can mix and match.
How do I release my music with LSA Records?
Complete our Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, and Mixing & Mastering courses and then send us your demo submission for review. We will release your finished projects once they meet industry standards. We will also guide you on how to self release music or approach record labels.
Should I practice between production lessons?
Yes. We recommend two hours of practice at home for every two-hour lesson. It's also possible to book a production room at LSA if you want to practice here. Contact us to book a production studio.
Are the lessons fun?
Yes! The lessons are hands-on, and our tutors are very friendly, creating a welcoming atmosphere designed to ignite a new passion.
Where is the studio located?
The address is 93a Bayham Street, London, NW1 0AG. It's easy to get to on public transport or by car. The nearest tube station is Camden Town but we are also very close to Camden Road. The closest car park is Lomax on Pratt Street. There are also several buses nearby.
London Campus
Studios in the heart of Camden Town
Contact Information:
Address
LSA Camden Town Studio
93a Bayham Street, Camden, London, NW1 0AG