Music Production
Become a Better Producer with Berklee
Learn Berklee’s renowned mixing, mastering, and music production techniques using Pro Tools, Reason, Ableton Live, Cubase, Logic, and more.
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Learn from Berklee’s acclaimed instructors over the course of one live session for only $99.
Courses
Courses are best for students who are looking to meet a specific need, or simply want to get started with Berklee Online. No application necessary.
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Next semester starts Jan 13, 2025
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12 Weeks / 4 Weeks
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5-10 Hours Per Week
OLMSC-100
Level 1
In this course, we will delve into the core principles of artificial intelligence (AI) models and their diverse applications in music and audio.
- Credit: $515
OMPRD-162
Level 1
Create compelling, professional-sounding songs by learning to identify the production elements that contribute to a well-balanced, artful and professional mix.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OLART-160
Level 1
Learn effective techniques for producing any kind of video, including a music video or short film.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OLART-101
Level 1
In Digital Storytelling, you’ll learn to craft compelling audiovisual stories using digital tools, mastering essential skills from preproduction to postproduction, culminating in a finalized digital story that aligns with your personal or professional narrative goals.
- Credit: $515
OMPRD-185
Level 1
This course examines the craft of live audio when applied to musical performances, covering all the basics needed to run a live sound event in 100-1,000-capacity venues.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OCWPR-103
Level 1
Learn to use Sibelius to create lead sheets, scores, and parts, as well as how to enter and format notation so it conforms to current music publishing standards.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OLMSC-101
Level 1
By the end of the course, you’ll be able to configure a personal production workspace and use software instruments and audio recordings to produce music.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-160
Level 1
Develop the skills you need for listening and identifying elements of effective records like a seasoned producer, and then learn to use these elements in your own music.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OGUIT-110
Level 1
Learn how to use a DAW and master guitar amplifier modeling and effects processing, in addition to several other digital technologies applicable to recording and live performance.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-110
Level 1
In this course you’ll acquire the skills to produce high-quality music videos that tell the story of a song in a visually compelling way.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-120
Level 1
An introduction to producing music with FL Studio. This course will show you the ins and outs of MIDI sequencing, audio recording, sound design, mixing, mastering, and basic video production using FL Studio.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-180
Level 1
The first stage of Avid’s Pro Tools certification program, you’ll learn the foundational skills needed to understand Pro Tools technology and software, including recording, editing, and mixing on a basic level.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-278
Level 2
Learn all the fundamentals of Ableton Live, covering aspects of production, composition, synthesis, sampling, effects processing, and more.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-282
Level 2
Building off of Ableton Live Fundamentals, explore common sampling concepts applicable to all samplers and techniques that are unique to Ableton Live.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OLMSC-215
Level 2
Become a better recording and live sound engineer, and improve your editing and mixing environment by learning the ins and outs of acoustics.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-262
Level 2
Expand your production skills and critical listening by learning how to identify and implement mix strategies and a wide array of professional mix approaches.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OSONG-250
Level 2
Create a unique sound and explore tools and techniques that will help you craft songs with the instrumentation and production to support your intended emotional meaning.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-210
Level 2
Learn how to properly set up, operate, and manage a recording studio, integrating both analog and digital elements.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-251
Level 2
From traditional music videos and lyric videos, to VJ loops, visualizers, and short-format videos for social media, this course covers creative editing techniques to help you tell your story.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OCWPR-260
Level 2
After a quick overview of the media industry today, students will learn the technical and aesthetic challenges in this highly competitive field. They will analyze and spot a film score and become better storytellers through various writing exercises.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-295
Level 2
Gain a solid foundation of sound production and engineering skills that will prepare you to work at a game development company or as a freelancer.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OLART-205
Level 2
Learn video game design by drafting ideas, prototyping, testing, and revising. This is the process that is at the heart of the video game industry.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OGUIT-223
Level 2
Learn to use your ears, hands, and the tools of the trade to play jazz, rock, blues, country, and other genres, with an authentic guitar tone.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-208
Level 2
Learn all of the ins and outs of the Traktor Pro software, and all of the different ways you can use Traktor to DJ and remix your tracks live.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-285
Level 2
This intermediate live mixing and concert production course is designed to introduce the basic concepts and techniques of live concert mixing.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-287
Level 2
Learn to construct a high-quality mix for live sound and identify proper microphone technique, effects, and processing to build professional sounds and vocals.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-255
Level 2
This course will emphasize the differences in approach to microphone techniques, and give you the tools necessary to make informed decisions about microphones in live sound. Students will learn standard microphone selections and various microphone techniques specific to live sound applications.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OLMSC-250
Level 2
This course explores the mechanisms that transform acoustical signals into the neural patterns that we perceive as music: melody, rhyme, rhythm, and harmony. You will learn neuroanatomy and signal processing along with the personalized experience of music and how it can relate to expertise, emotion, preferences, and creativity, all from a neuroscientific perspective.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-250
Level 2
Learn all the steps and tools necessary to create a high-quality audiovisual experience and maximize the use of video, audio, and graphic content on Final Cut Pro.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-205
Level 2
Explore the iPad hardware and operating system then learn how to select and set up a mobile studio with the correct MIDI and audio interfaces.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-281
Level 2
Whether you’re a music producer, DJ, singer/songwriter, or electronic musician, learning Ableton Live can lead to real-time, dynamic live performances.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-279
Level 2
Gain a broad skill set and a fully realized background in music production using the state-of-the-art Cubase software.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-273
Level 2
Strengthen your technical understanding of the Logic music software and heighten your overall creative abilities in production.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-275
Level 2
Gain a firm understanding of the functionalities and capabilities of Reason software and explore techniques used by today’s top producers.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OSONG-231
Level 2
Learn how to produce demos and recordings that capture your songwriting abilities and show off the potential of your compositions.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OSONG-230
Level 2
Jump into the world of producing, recording, and mixing songs to a professional level using Pro Tools.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-221
Level 2
In this second stage of Avid’s Pro Tools certification program, you’ll learn a broad range of tools and production techniques that will help you tackle more complex Pro Tools projects and enhance your capabilities.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OLMSC-260
Level 2
Explore the art of sampling and audio production, and learn Berklee’s approach to recording, editing, and programming using the samplers provided in Reason.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-202
Level 2
Learn to create your own unique electronic sounds and musical productions using Reason and Vital.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-228
Level 2
This course emphasizes the different roles we take on when creating and producing music. Focusing on new technology and new approaches to music production, engineering, and writing, you will transform a song from an idea to something you can be proud to have as part of your portfolio, from a songwriting standpoint as well as a music production standpoint. At the start of the course you will generate the kernel of a new song, which you will develop and produce throughout the course to achieve a final sound recording that is a commercially viable piece of music.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-383
Level 3
Take a deep dive into composing with Ableton by learning and leveraging linear and non-linear creative techniques using advanced Ableton Live tools.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-379
Level 3
Building off of Ableton Live Fundamentals, explore how you can use the many synthesizers and audio effects in Ableton Live to achieve sounds found in contemporary music production.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-320
Level 3
Learn how to mix music in today's production environment by exploring the many creative and technical considerations you need to know.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-389
Level 3
Become a more marketable and in-demand producer by learning the fundamentals of audio post production for film and television: sound design, foley, dialogue, and more.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OCWPR-397
Level 3
Learn to create electronic music in a variety of styles such as drum and bass, glitch, dub, trance, downtempo, house, and techno.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OCWPR-398
Level 3
Building on Composing and Producing Electronic Music 1, gain the skills to identify, appreciate, and utilize new musical styles and techniques.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-375
Level 3
Gain insight into the art of music production and develop the necessary skills for producing music according to professional standards.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-345
Level 3
Learn how to compose music, unique sounds, and voices for video games and explore the creative process and practical challenges of game audio production.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-341
Level 3
Learn to use Max to enhance and simplify real-time musical expression, analyze musical tendencies, and interpret gestural input to direct autonomous musical processes.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-355
Level 3
Learn to produce high-quality results with effective microphone technique, whether your sessions feature a single vocalist or large big-band jazz ensemble.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-382
Level 3
Learn the tools and techniques involved in mixing and mastering for electronic productions, including EQ, dynamics processing, reverb, delays, and more.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-380
Level 3
Learn mixing and mastering—two key elements of music production—by learning the Berklee approach using the Pro Tools software.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OCWPR-365
Level 3
Learn to write and apply traditional orchestration techniques to both sampled performances and live orchestral performances.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OCWPR-366
Level 3
Learn advanced orchestration strategies and approaches to writing for full orchestra, including both a live orchestra and sampled MIDI mockups.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OPIAN-310
Level 3
The role of keyboards in recorded music is vast and diverse; from acoustic piano ballad playing to synthesis, sound design and beat making in modern pop music. This course will focus on the role of “piano-based” keyboards in various styles of music through the lens of recording and technology.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-386
Level 3
Learn to compose and produce polished, professional-sounding drum beats in a variety of different styles.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-385
Level 3
Learn the technical skills not only to produce professional sounding remixes but to also hear a song’s possibilities beyond its original arrangement and style.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-365
Level 3
Learn the technical aspects of producing and engineering vocals and the personal, artistic aspects of working with a vocalist to achieve the best performance.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-425
Level 4
This advanced music production course provides you with a deep understanding of mixing and mastering tools and techniques that you can apply to a wide variety of styles.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-442
Level 4
Gain a thorough understanding of what is involved in creating a final master recording ready for duplication, replication, or online distribution.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-402
Level 4
Explore modern sound design techniques that give you the tools to get ahead of the game, in both audio-for-visuals projects and music production.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OLART-425
Level 4
Designing Immersive and Interactive Experiences will examine XR technologies for experiencing reality via human-computer interactions. XR technologies like virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), spatialized sound, motion capture, and artificial intelligence (AI) are rapidly reworking how we experience and consume music, dance, and theater, and also offer new prospects for creation and audience engagement in entertainment, art, education, and industry.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-430
Level 4
This forward-looking course delves into the techniques employed by top music mixers, equipping you to meet the mixing requirements of today’s competitive music marketplace and beyond.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-480
Level 4
A hands-on course on pushing the boundaries on adventurous audio engineering and music production, from Sylvia Massy, Chris Johnson, Chrissy Tignor, and Loudon Stearns.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OVOIC-400
Level 4
This course explores the production aspects that affect the career and development of vocalists, exposing them to tools and techniques that will serve them well in their professional life. Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) skills and collaboration processes are at the core of the course.
- Credit: $1,545
- Non-Credit: $1,290
OMPRD-550
Level 5 - Enrollable
Explore advanced mixing techniques such as balance, EQ, dynamics, spatial effects, automation, pitch and time correction, mixing for digital streaming services, and more.
- Credit: $2,817
- Non-Credit: $2,615
OMPRD-507
Level 5 - Enrollable
This course will help you understand, design, and implement a professional music production environment for the projects you embark on.
- Credit: $2,817
- Non-Credit: $2,615
OMPRD-599
Level 5 - Enrollable
Develop the skills necessary to create vocal-focused recordings that are contemporary and commercially viable. You will explore voice as an instrument that is naturally expressive, but can also be technologically processed.
- Credit: $2,817
- Non-Credit: $2,615
OCOMP-599
Level 5 - Enrollable
Explore the orchestral film score process by composing, mocking up, orchestrating, and copying a cue that a professional orchestra will record in the 10th week of this course.
- Credit: $2,817
- Non-Credit: $2,615
OCOMP-590
Level 5 - Enrollable
Compositional Voice Development in Film Scoring provides you with methods and exercises for expanding your compositional voice.
- Credit: $2,817
- Non-Credit: $2,615
OMPRD-588
Level 5 - Enrollable
Develop creative and essential recording techniques and explore the advanced audio editing necessary to achieve professional sounding recordings in any setting.
- Credit: $2,817
- Non-Credit: $2,615
OMPRD-525
Level 5 - Enrollable
Learn to dissect music for its use of various production techniques, including arrangement, instrumentation, performance, mix considerations, and more.
- Credit: $2,817
- Non-Credit: $2,615
OCOMP-525
Level 5 - Enrollable
Learn how film composers use an effective musical vocabulary while you expand your own overall knowledge of film, and start seeing films through the lens of a filmmaker.
- Credit: $2,817
- Non-Credit: $2,615
OCOMP-588
Level 5 - Enrollable
Explore the tools, techniques, workflows, and creative considerations specific to the creation of music for film and television.
- Credit: $2,817
- Non-Credit: $2,615
OSONG-570
Level 5 - Enrollable
Develop your sound through song arranging techniques and by producing, recording, and mixing songs at a professional level. You will focus on creating unique instrumentation and overall sound for your original songs, harnessing the power of a Digital Audio Workstation and using professional production techniques.
- Credit: $2,817
- Non-Credit: $2,615
OCOMP-507
Level 5 - Enrollable
Learn how to emulate live orchestral performances and recordings in the most musical and expressive way, using industry-standard tools and techniques.
- Credit: $2,817
- Non-Credit: $2,615
OMPRD-570
Level 5 - Enrollable
Learn how speech and music signals are transformed from physical activity in the environment, to sensations in the ear, to psychological perceptions.
- Credit: $2,817
- Non-Credit: $2,615
OSONG-555
Level 5 - Enrollable
All creative works contain structure that make the success of the project more likely. In this course, you will learn to analyze specified current and recent hit songs to determine that structural basis, and apply what you’ve discovered in individual songwriting assignments.
- Credit: $2,817
- Non-Credit: $2,615
OMPRD-692
Level 6 - Enrollable
Learn mastering theories and techniques to deliver quality masters in a variety of genres, for various platforms including vinyl, lossy codecs, and streaming.
- Credit: $2,817
- Non-Credit: $2,615
OMPRD-694
Level 6 - Enrollable
Explore the tools, techniques, workflows, and creative considerations in producing audio for film, television, and related media.
- Credit: $2,817
- Non-Credit: $2,615
OSONG-640
Level 6 - Enrollable
This course explores top examples of representative songs from different popular music genres, as defined by Billboard.com, with the goal of analyzing and understanding the musical components that determine the nature of these genres, resulting in a successful songwriting process, according to music industry standards.
- Credit: $2,817
- Non-Credit: $2,615
OMPRD-625
Level 6 - Enrollable
Explore the craft of music production and the fundamental aural and philosophical considerations necessary to achieve emotionally-impactful productions.
- Credit: $2,817
- Non-Credit: $2,615
Songwriting Sync Success: The Art and Craft of Licensing, Film/TV, Advertising, and Production Music
OSONG-664
Level 6 - Enrollable
Songwriting Sync Success is a comprehensive look at the many enigmatic ways in which a professional songwriter can make a living beyond just “writing hits.” It draws directly from the author’s personal real-world experience to demystify these intriguing (and often lucrative) arenas of the industry.
- Credit: $2,817
- Non-Credit: $2,615
OCOMP-662
Level 6 - Enrollable
Learn how to research and make appropriate choices for films that require music from a culture other than your own.
- Credit: $2,817
- Non-Credit: $2,615
OCOMP-677
Level 6 - Enrollable
Work with raw and electronic sound using software synthesizers and samplers to develop your own unique sounds and create dramatic musical soundscapes for films.
- Credit: $2,817
- Non-Credit: $2,615
OSONG-639
Level 6 - Enrollable
This course is devoted to the exploration of the topline—a melody with lyrics conceived to go along with an existing track. To complement the development of the topline, we will also do a deep dive into vocal production techniques, offering you a set of tools to achieve successful songwriting results.
- Credit: $2,817
- Non-Credit: $2,615
Certificates
Gain the professional credentials and marketable skills you need to succeed in your specific area of the music industry. Certificates range from foundational-skill building to graduate-level. No application necessary.
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Next semester starts Jan 13, 2025
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3-18 Months
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5-10 Hours Per Week
Graduate
3
Courses
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9
Credits
By exploring the intersection where technical skills and creative ideas meet, you will learn to produce recordings that convey your vision while utilizing innovative editing and vocal production techniques.
Graduate
3
Courses
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9
Credits
Explore how the human ear perceives and interprets sounds and learn how to apply this knowledge to design a professional-level music production environment.
Graduate
3
Courses
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9
Credits
Hone your skills as an engineer by learning advanced mixing and mastering techniques in a variety of genres by producing recordings for various formats.
Advanced Professional
8
Courses
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24
Credits
This customizable program allows you to earn an Advanced Professional Certificate in General Music Studies by choosing eight courses from any interest area.
Advanced Professional
9
Courses
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27
Credits
In this program, you’ll come away with the multifaceted skill set necessary to start or advance your career as a contemporary writer/producer.
Advanced Professional
8
Courses
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24
Credits
Learn the basics and advanced tips of harnessing the powerful capabilities of Pro Tools to set up your studio and excel in audio editing, mixing, and mastering.
Advanced Professional
12
Courses
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36
Credits
Gain an understanding of the tools, technologies, and techniques needed for a successful career producing, recording, mixing, engineering, and mastering music.
Advanced Professional
9
Courses
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27
Credits
Learn about topics central to electronic music production such as setting up your home recording studio, sampling, synthesis, MIDI sequencing, mixing, and more.
Professional
4
Courses
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12
Credits
Learn the basics and advanced tips of harnessing the powerful capabilities of Pro Tools to set up your studio and excel in audio editing, mixing, and mastering.
Professional
3
Courses
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9
Credits
Strengthen your technical understanding of Logic and gain a better understanding of tools and techniques involved in mixing and mastering for electronic music.
Professional
5
Courses
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15
Credits
Develop your production skills on any DAW with the help of Berklee’s music production faculty, guiding you from the start to a mastered recording.
Professional
3
Courses
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9
Credits
Gain the music production skills to bring your most creative ideas to life, in the studio and onstage, with this concentration in Ableton Live.
Professional
5
Courses
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15
Credits
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.
Professional
3
Courses
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9
Credits
Whether you’re a musician or producer, learn how to add an electronic flavor to your productions and move your work to the next level.
Professional
3
Courses
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9
Credits
Develop a solid foundation in sound production and engineering that will prepare you to work in-house or as a freelancer in the video game industry.
Professional
3
Courses
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9
Credits
Whether you’re a musician who has always been interested in expressing yourself in a visual medium, or you’re entirely new to any sort of videography, this professional certificate offers a holistic approach to pairing music with video.
Professional
4
Courses
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12
Credits
This customizable program allows you to earn a Professional Certificate in General Music Studies by choosing four courses from any interest area.
Professional
3
Courses
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9
Credits
Study all of the techniques a mix engineer needs to know to work live sound at a concert, such as equalization, dynamics, microphone technique, and more.
Degree Programs
Degree programs are the most affordable and flexible option for earning your music degree from Berklee College of Music. They are the best option for students who want a music education degree and the full Berklee experience.
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Master's Degree: 1-3 Years
Bachelor's Degree: 2-4 Years -
5-10 Hours Per Week
36
Credits
Gain the skills you need for a career in music production by learning advanced recording, mixing, and mastering while creating a portfolio of polished work and focusing on business sustainability for independent producers.
36
Credits
Expand your knowledge and skills in four areas critical to advancing a career in the music industry: music business, music production and technology, songwriting, and film scoring.
120
Credits
Create a portfolio of polished productions and gain the analytical and professional skills needed for a successful career in music production.
120
Credits
Hone your songwriting skills while developing your ability to record and mix professional-sounding music from your home studio using Pro Tools, Live, or Logic.
120
Credits
Apply core studio technologies and techniques to your electronic music and sound design projects, including recording, editing, and mixing.
120
Credits
“Build your own” music major by selecting coursework from a number of disciplines that align with your personal career goals.
45 of 120
Credits
This major is geared specifically for new and entering students who are not yet ready to declare their major.
Minors
Berklee Online’s 18-credit minors enable you to develop a well-rounded skill set, enhancing your versatility and adaptability in a dynamic industry.
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Contact your Academic Advisor to declare a minor.
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To declare a minor, you must be accepted into one of our undergraduate degree programs and in good academic standing.
18
Credits
Immerse yourself in the art of music production with a curriculum that hones your critical listening skills and deepens your understanding of the entire recording process. Learn from industry professionals to navigate the latest home studio technologies, and craft professional-sounding recordings.
New! Masterclasses
With Berklee Online’s new Masterclasses, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from Berklee's acclaimed instructors over the course of one live session for only $99.
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Sean Slade
Radiohead, Lou Reed, Hole, Warren Zevon
Courses
Quoted
“People will say, ‘I’m interested in getting into the music business. And I say, ‘well, then forget it, because you can’t just be interested in it: You’ve got to be driven to do it.’ It’s not a matter of ‘want to.’ It’s a matter of ‘have to.’ And if you have that level of drive, then you can survive the slings and arrows of the music business.”
Students Say
“It was beyond an honor to get to have Sean Slade as a professor. I truly looked forward to every Live Class: it was a gift.”
Lenni Petrine
“Sean is an excellent instructor and a natural choice to lead this course. Everybody has a niche at Berklee, and Sean’s is having one of the most diverse palettes for music I’ve ever known. That makes him a perfect choice to help cultivate all the various styles we students bring to Berklee from a non-judgmental place. He’s empathic, accommodating/reasonable, and a delightful lecturer with a deep knowledge of music history, from jazz to hip-hop.”
Jerry Arlen
“Professor Slade is the best. He cares for his students and gives critical feedback in a timely manner, which is like gold. He also relays his passion for the music and its history, which serves only to amplify mine.”
Jeff Pettit
“I found Sean’s feedback to be incredibly insightful and helpful. His love for exploring music is contagious and engaging. He is also very quick to respond to inquiries and demonstrates great concern for the success of each student.”
Eric Thachuk
“Sean Slade is a legend and an absolute pleasure to work with. His lessons have been invaluable.”
Pablo Vega
“I very much enjoy taking classes with Sean Slade. A wonderful mentor, full of knowledge and soul.”
Jake Fleming
“It was truly a pleasure and quite the honor to work with Prof. Slade on my final project. His feedback, advice, and wisdom were invaluable. I learned so much from him.”
Mike Gaworecki
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Adriana Balic
P!NK, Gwen Stefani, Chris Stapleton, Sheila E.
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“Pursuing music is probably not the thing that someone’s parents would say, ‘you should be a musician,’ because it is traditionally thought of as a difficult path. However, I think that all paths are challenging in some way, so if you can pick a path that brings you joy, that feels like you have to do it and if you don’t you’ll be miserable, then pick that path! For me, it was music! If you choose music, it’s because music has chosen you and it won’t let you do anything else.”
Students Say
“Adriana is an amazing person, a huge talent, and it’s clear that she loves teaching. I appreciate getting to learn from her and glean from her insight on the industry.”
CJ Brockway
“Adriana is such a caring and passionate instructor! Her expertise is unmatched and it was a true pleasure learning from her!”
Anastassiya Petrova
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Prince Charles Alexander
Notorious B.I.G., Aretha Franklin, Destiny’s Child, Sting
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“What sets me apart from others in the industry is that I have been an artist, I have been a producer, I have been an engineer, I have been an educator, and I have an affinity group, which is a marginalized group that affects me and affects my creative flow and I don’t think that there are many people that have done each one of those things at the level that I’ve done them. And, at the same time, I need to have humility that I don’t have all the answers.”
Students Say
“I had a wonderful semester with Prince Charles and greatly excelled in my ability to skillfully produce a commercially viable vocal production!”
Matthew Civitano
“It was an honor and a privilege to be taught by Professor Prince Charles Alexander. I admire his decency to forge ahead and teach what needed to be taught; no matter how many students attended the Live Class. I respect his wisdom and knowledge. … This was a really uplifting and motivating course for me. It gave me the spiritual boost and emotional ‘uplift’ I didn’t know I needed. Thank you Professor, I’ll never forget you! I'lll see you in the music industry!!”
Lizz Hogue
“Professor Alexander was so amazing!! His knowledge of the subject is profound and his ability to be able to have the skill of teaching with the amount of knowledge he possesses is incredible. I feel that my skills have grown and I really want to take the class again just to soak up more of what I might have missed.”
Ryan Coffey
“Prince Charles really knows his stuff and it shows in all of the videos and the Live Classes. He has made this course very informative and I’ve learned so much. I would recommend this class to anyone.”
Matthew Wansitler
“Prince Charles is the man. It’s an honor to learn from him.”
Jeremiah Brewer
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Simon Yu
Ms. Lauryn Hill, Snarky Puppy
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“One thing I learned from my students is that if you are very passionate about your project, that will actually show up in the project. It doesn't matter what budget you have or what camera you use, if you use your heart to film with your iPhone, with a great story that you love to produce, you’ll always come up with a good video.”
Students Say
“Professor Yu is clearly an expert in this field and is excellent at teaching the material in a way where students are able to more easily understand the various techniques/skills and empowers us to experiment further on our own. Professor Yu’s feedback is constantly supportive and thoughtful, and he offers effective constructive feedback to improve our projects and our approach. I especially appreciated his live session recordings where he performs examples of our next assignments, so I don’t feel completely overwhelmed/helpless with just the course material instructions. I really enjoyed learning under Professor Yu and feel that I’ve gained a lot from this course!”
Yuki Z
“Professor Yu is very knowledgeable while being extremely helpful and easy to talk to!”
Sofia Nuovo
“Simon Yu is very knowledgeable, responsive, helpful and encouraging. All the attributes of a great teacher.”
Robert Dale Klein
“Prof. Simon Yu’s expertise in his field is nothing short of magnificent. His deep knowledge and experience overflow in every lesson, providing a unique perspective that goes beyond the conventional. Every explanation, every detail shared is presented in a way that cuts straight to the heart of the creative process, making seemingly complex concepts accessible and understandable for everyone. What truly impresses is not only Prof. Simon's technical prowess but his ability to convey his passion. Every spoken word, every demonstration reflects not only an exceptional director but a true lover of music and cinematography. His infectious enthusiasm has inspired us all to elevate our own artistic aspirations. He has taught us to see beyond the screen and listen beyond the notes, revealing the magic that occurs when both worlds collide harmoniously. Every class is an enriching experience, full of knowledge, inspiration, and the promise of continuous artistic growth. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to learn from such a passionate and exceptional teacher like Simon Yu.”
Antonio Félix
“Simon is exceptionally gifted as a teacher. He cares about the students and is commendable.”
Guy Guerra
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Gabrielle Goodman
Roberta Flack, Chaka Khan, Al Jarreau, Michael Bublé
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Quoted
“My teaching philosophy is holistic: The students have to learn the song, but I’d like for them to be able to connect with the meaning of the song. What is the storyline of the song? How can you deliver the story and make someone feel something? It doesn’t mean anything if you sing a song and nobody feels anything, so they have to be able to connect with it.”
Students Say
“Gabrielle Goodman is the most knowledgeable, engaging, and inspirational course leader one can imagine.”
Suhail P. Shah
“Ms. Gabrielle is amazing! I took her when I first started. She is the best; very knowledgeable about her craft.”
Larrisha Reddic
“Professor Goodman is very inspiring. She is an amazing singer and teacher! I wish I could learn more from her in the future!”
Jenice Ong
“Professor Goodman is incredibly experienced, gifted and a fantastic educator. It’s an honor to learn from her as we take her course.”
Jordan Ballard
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Rodney Alejandro
Quincy Jones, Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder, The Script
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“What I like about working with Berklee Online students is that I get such a range of talent and experience in the industry. We get lots of international students who have vastly different experiences from what I got to experience in the music industry here in the US. … It reminds me of my eagerness to get into the industry, learn as much about it as possible, and it keeps me young today because I get to learn from them.”
Students Say
“Rodney is an excellent instructor. He’s patient and didactic, joining every song as if he were writing them, which is priceless. He always provides assertive feedback, which is important for me to grow. Thank you, Rodney, for being the most critical instructor in my journey at Berklee so far.”
Janaina Goulart
“Rodney is great. One of my favorite instructors I’ve had. He’s consistent, sticks to the schedule, and gives useful feedback. He’s also a wealth of knowledge on these topics and has great real-world experience to share.”
Paul Cresswell
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Amanda Davis
Tegan and Sara, Janelle Monáe, Nipsey Hussle, Jon Batiste
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“With this course, we really wanted to just give students what I didn’t have and what we’re still currently learning and building ourselves.”
Students Say
“Amanda and David [Carroll, co-teacher] were great and it is clear that they care about their students’ success!”
Emily Murray
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