Music Producing and Recording Program

CURRICULUM

that inspires

“I live by the saying – ‘There’s no traffic on the extra mile’- and encourage our students to do the same."

Andre Knecht
Music Producing and Recording Department Head

Upon completion of the Bachelor of Music program in Music Producing & Recording, students will:

As much as it is about composition, songwriting, engineering and arranging, music production, the course prepares you for managing a process.
Learn historical and technical background they need to compete in the world of production
Develops the necessary tools and techniques needed to take ideas to the next level.
Prepares you to effectively work alone or in groups, with elements of every facet of production under your belt
State-of-the-art “Garage Recording Studio” and the newly renovated Student Recording Studio at LACM.
Located in the Los Angeles area, as it has access to the busiest production community in the world.
Armed with a solid catalog of competitive material along with a network of music and entertainment professionals to further their career goals.
LACM prepares you for the music industry and what goes beyond school.
Music Business subject which allows one to learn the fundamentals of business models and more.

Program PacingAudition Requirements

MUSIC PRODUCING & RECORDING AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

Audio Tracks Submitted as MP3s (Required)
Upload three (3) MP3 audio tracks that you have recorded as the producer, engineer,
or artist.
Tracks must be between 2:00 – 5:00 minutes in length.
Tracks must be uploaded as MP3 files.

Written Descriptions Submitted as PDFs (Required)
1. Please provide a descr iption of your production process/involvement for each track.
Topics to include:
Walk us through the technical & musical choices in the making of your track.
List credits for all involved individuals. Note any use of AI.
What software, production tools, or sample loops did you use?
2. Submit a brief description of your computer proficiency, specifically your
experience with music software and digital audio workstations (DAWs). Be sure to
include any recording exper ience you have. Please do not include general programs
such as Microsoft Office. (100-300 words)
3. Provide a statement outlining your career aspirations and long-term goals. Explain
how LACM will help you achieve your goals. (100-300 words)

PLEASE NOTE:

Each track must be uploaded as an MP3 File. [Other audio formats will be
rejected]
Each descr iption must be uploaded as a PDF file. [Name should match the
audio file]
Please provide as much detail as possible.