The 8-Week EDM Production Masterclass

Learn how to produce chart-topping electronic dance music and make money from it in just 8 weeks!

Find out more about the 8 Week EDM Production Masterclass:
OK! I've heard you speak, and this is the result: An 8 week programme for serious producers. 

The goal? It's up to you!
1. Produce music every day for a living.
2. Hear your music on the radio / Spotify / Apple Music / Beatport, etc.
3. Tour the world.

What you'll have at the end:
The skills to achieve any or all of the above.
At least 1 finished track that far exceeds anything you've produced before, ready for submitting to any number of music platforms.

How?
8  weeks of modules covering workflow, samples and sound design, using synths, composition and arrangement, processing chains, recording, mixing, mastering, the music industry and building an audience. Weekly homework, feedback, private Facebook community, live group sessions and a 1 on 1 live Skype session in week 8. There will also be downloadable samples, presets, stems, plugin discounts and lifetime updates. Phew!

How?
My name's Will Darling. I've been producing dance music for over 25 years, have worked on Grammy shortlisted tracks (although no wins as yet!), DJed around the world, and had my tracks supported by many A-list DJs including Roger Sanchez, Oliver Heldens, Don Diablo and many more. I've also co-produced music that has hit the top of the download charts many times and done official remixes for EMI (one of the largest record labels in the world). In this 8 week course I share all the techniques I've learned that helped me reach those achievements.

Warning: This is not for complete newbies. I recommend you've been producing as a hobby for at least a year, i.e. you know what a DAW and a plugin is!

PLEASE NOTE: THERE WILL ONLY BE 45 SPOTS AVAILABLE DUE TO THE ATTENTION AND PERSONAL FOCUS THAT EACH PARTICIPANT WILL RECEIVE. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, DO NOT DELAY AND RISK MISSING OUT!

What Does it Look Like?

The Masterclass lasts for 8 weeks. The video lessons are delivered online, and the class community is a private Facebook group. Each week there are live group sessions you can jump onto, and a piece of homework that receives detailed feedback. Here is the outline:

WEEK 1:
Launchpad to Success: Creativity, workflow and getting started the RIGHT way.

1)Welcome to the Community - how to get the most from your program!
2)The Ultimate Producer Set-up
3)Mapping out your Success (and avoiding failure)
4)The Secret Hierarchy of Music (need to know)
5)Getting Started…let’s go!

WEEK 2:
Composition & Arrangement: Chart-topping Secrets

1)Creating the Vibe: The most important element of your music
2)Arrangement: Horizontal & Vertical
3)Composition: Chord progressions, melodies & harmonies
4)Tension & Release: The golden rule
5)Groove: Breathe life into your music
6)Pro Secrets: 2 x in-depth track breakdowns

WEEK 3:
Sound Design & Selection: Creating the sound in your head

1)Essential Sample Packs & Presets for Professionals
2)Plugins you need (and those you don’t)
3)Selecting the perfect sounds to work together
4)Synthesis 101
5)Sampling 101

WEEK 4:
Processing & Mixing: Crafting the Perfect Track

1)The Ultimate Processing Chain
2)EQ
3)Compression
4)Reverb
5)Saturation
6)Crafting Your Low-End
7)Layering

WEEK 5:
Processing & Mixing: Bringing Your Music to Life

1)Advanced EQ
2)Advanced Compression
3)Advanced Reverb
4)Advanced Effects
5)Group Processing
6)Tension & Release (Advanced Techniques)
7)Creating Movement

WEEK 6:
Vocals: Secrets of the Pros

1)Using Acapellas and Vocal Samples
2)Working with singers (and other musicians)
3)Recording the Perfect Vocals
4)Melodyne Masterclass
5)Mixing Vocals

WEEK 7:
Mastering Secrets: Get ready for Spotify, Beatport & radio

1)The Loudness War
2)The Ultimate Mastering Chain
3)How to Reference (Properly)
4)Stem Mastering
5)Advanced Mastering Techniques
6)Ready for Release

WEEK 8:
Go Pro: How to quickly build a following, release your music and make money from it

1)How to Build a Following quickly and effectively
2)How to Get Your Music Played by Your Favourite DJs
3)How to Release Your Own Music
4)How to Make Money from Your Music
5)The Secrets of Spotify
6)Tried & Tested Email Templates for Reaching Out
7)How to Sign to Your Dream Label

WHAT NEXT?
At this point, you’ll have an hour-long, personalised 1 on 1 Skype call with either me or Neel Erickson - my co-coach – to really polish your track and get the maximum quality from your final master. We can also discuss where you want to go from here and what you want to achieve next in your music career.

And then? Well…ONWARDS & UPWARDS…with your new skills the choice will be yours.

But don't take my word for it! Here is what some of my students are saying...

How Much Time Commitment Will it Be?

You'd really want to set aside a minimum of 5 hours per week to get the most value from the Masterclass, but no more than 10 should be needed.

What's Included?

As well as the lessons, group calls, feedback and 1-on-1 coaching, you will also get access to up to 50% off these premium software and plugin providers (and more) worth $$$:

What else?

You will also have 1 year's access to our EDM Tips Masterclass Facebook Community – home to our alumni and the perfect place to get support and and feedback on your tracks, music career, and build friendships and collaborations. This is one of the most valuable aspects of the Masterclass and having a supportive, highly skilled community to help you achieve your goals can't be understated.

You'll also have access to audio files, samples, worksheets, MIDI packs and everything else needed to get you results as quickly and enjoyably as possible.

Your success is our success.

How much does it cost?

We've listened to feedback, and have created 3 tiers of payment to make things as easy as possible for you: