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Professional Certificate

Advanced Music Production

Next semester
starts April 1

Tuition

$7,725

5 Courses (15 Credits) or $1,545 Per Course
Only $6,952.50 when paid all at once

Whether you aim to work at (or open your own) state-of-the-art mixing or mastering facility to deliver professional recordings for paying customers or whether you wish to create and release your own professional-level music, you’ll need a firm grasp on the tools and techniques of music production. In this advanced certificate program, Berklee’s incomparable music production faculty will guide you through the art of mixing, the most effective microphone and audio mastering techniques, best practices for vocal production, and creative music production skills. Bridging theory and practice, you’ll learn the art and the science of producing great music on any digital audio workstation (DAW).

Course Requirements

5 Required Courses to Complete this Certificate

Microphone Techniques (OMPRD-355)
Andy Edelstein
Level 3 Course
by Andy Edelstein

Learn to produce high-quality results with effective microphone technique, whether your sessions feature a single vocalist or large big-band jazz ensemble.

Vocal Production (OMPRD-365)
Prince Charles Alexander Mitch Benoff
Level 3 Course
by Prince Charles Alexander and Mitch Benoff

Learn the technical aspects of producing and engineering vocals and the personal, artistic aspects of working with a vocalist to achieve the best performance.

Art of Mixing (OMPRD-420)
Richard Mendelson Alejandro Rodriguez
Level 4 Course
by Richard Mendelson and Alejandro Rodriguez

Learn how to mix music in today's production environment by exploring the many creative and technical considerations you need to know.

Audio Mastering Techniques (OMPRD-342)
Marc-Dieter Einstmann Jonathan Wyner
Level 3 Course
by Marc-Dieter Einstmann and Jonathan Wyner

Gain a thorough understanding of what is involved in creating a final master recording ready for duplication, replication, or online distribution.

Creative Music Production Skills (OMPRD-475)
Stephen Webber
Level 4 Course
by Stephen Webber

Gain insight into the art of music production and develop the necessary skills for producing music according to professional standards.

Upon Completion of this Certificate Program, You'll Receive:

  • Professional credential from the world leader in music education
  • Credits that may be eligible for transfer toward a Bachelor's degree program
  • A physical certificate from Berklee College of Music
  • A verified, digital certificate that you can share

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