Our JSTDRMN Production Bootcamp offers the unique opportunity to learn how to produce original music on Ableton with a signed producer with over six-figure streams on Spotify. In the small classroom environment, you are able to get hands-on, real-time, personal feedback unlike any other music production bootcamp. 

Furthermore, you will also have access to instructor support until you finish your song, and ongoing membership to the JSTDRMN community as a Artist indefinitely. 

Applications for the next cohort opens in late September.

Don't wait out on your chance to become an artist with music on major streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music! 🌟

Teaching Team

Mazzy

Mazzy, a Toronto-based DJ and producer, seamlessly blends his deep house roots into all his productions. With a passion for electronic music that runs deep, Mazzy has made a name for himself in the underground scene. His tracks have been featured on Boosted Music, showcasing his talent and unique sound to a global audience. Supported by fellow DJs in Toronto, Mazzy continues to captivate listeners with his infectious beats and innovative productions, solidifying his place in the electronic music community. 

Yu Fu

Hey! I'm Yu Fu. 

Production Bootcamp Syllabus

Class 1: How do I get started? Making your first beat
Percussion & Arrangement (3 hrs)

Kick things off with the driver of every track: percussion. You’ll learn how to use percussive elements to build something groovy. You'll also learn to structure your ideas based on a reference song. By the end of the class, you will have a groovy percussion and an idea of overall song structure.

 

 

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Class 2: Melody & Instrumentation (3 hrs)

In this class, your teacher will show you elements beyond percussion such as melodies, basslines, and pick out sounds and instruments that match your vision. You’ll leave knowing how to make ideas that pop, pick the sounds you are looking for and build melodies that are catchy.

 

 

 

Class 3: Composition & Audio Effects (3 hrs)

In this class, your teacher will teach you how to arrange entire sections of a song. We will show you how the different instruments and elements work together cohesively. We will then show you how to add effects that make your track pop or completely melt brains. 

 

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Class 4: Industry Secrets to Great Musical Ideas (3 hrs)

Ever wonder why pro tracks hit different? In this class, we’ll reveal all the creative hacks used by the best in the scene. Think of it like cheat codes for turning inspiration into a complete banger. We will help you figure out what is a motif or musical idea that may be loved by many. 

 

Class 5: Mixing & Completing Your First Track (3 hrs)

It’s polish time! Learn the basics and science behind mixing, mastering, then lock in on completing your very first original track. No more 8-bar loops sitting in your Ableton folder, you’re walking away with something you can be proud to share with the world, whether through our JSTDRMN Label or self release. 

 

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Graduation: Song Release 

Happy graduation! At the end of the bootcamp, if your track meets our standards for release - you have the unique opportunity to release your track on our JSTDRMN Label and we will help you distribute and promote it on all major streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music. 

 

Applications for the first cohort is now open - apply below!