Learn Music Production In Recording Studios Where Music Magic Is Made
Our Courses
Mentor with Award-Winning Music Producers and Engineers. In-Person or remote, Your education, Your choice.
Recording Connection Music Production Schools can help you turn your dream of being a music creator, producer, or audio engineer into a successful career in the music industry.
We can pair you with a mentor anywhere in the city, the state, or the country! In person or online and one-on-one, you can get direct mentorship.
When you have a question, all you have to do is ask.
Never suffer through a pointless tutorial again.
It may surprise you to learn that we’ve been offering remote learning for years. So if you want to learn music production from a mentor in New York who’s worked with everyone from They Might Be Giants to Dr. Dre, The Killers to 50 Cent, with us it’s well within your reach.
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The students we serve every year.
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Awards won by students of Recording Connection.
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Our mentors serving students globally.
Recording Connection has more than 250 locations throughout the United States as well as mentors in Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. And with our remote learning opportunities, you’ll receive the same education without having to leave your home.
Learn Audio Skills. Get Connected With The Music Producers Who Produced These Artists
Our Students moved on to work with award winning artists in the music industry including Rihanna, Beyoncé, Ludacris, and more
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The number of Clients we serve every year.
Whether you’re coming straight out of high school or looking for a career change, Recording Connection Music Production Schools is making an education in audio and music production more accessible with our fully immersive programs.
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Awards won by Clients of Recording Connection.
Our clients have won Grammys, been hired by their mentors after finishing a course, started their own studios, and even been hired while still enrolled in our programs. Our system works because you learn how music is made in the industry today.
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Global locations where We mentor .
Recording Connection has more than 400 locations throughout the United States as well as mentors in Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. And with our remote learning opportunities, you’ll receive the same professional guidance without having to leave your home city, unless you want to.
Want To Earn Your Living In The Music Business? Here’s The Roadmap
Step 1.
Stay away from negative idiots who tell you that you can’t do it.
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Stay out of soul crushing debt with our program.
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Understand this – the only way to make it is to learn by doing with industry pros. DIY videos and classrooms/professors aren’t going to cut it.
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Get Connected to real working professionals who can teach you how to do it.
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Reach out to our admissions department, get accepted into one of our courses, and follow our formula for success. It’s really that simple.
Why traditional music degrees are useless:
What would you rather have, a music production degree or a job in the music business? A degree in audio engineering so you can teach at trade school one day, or hands on experience and a portfolio of music that can launch your career in the music business?
You don’t need a degree.
We know this because for 40+ years, we have been mentoring students in actual working studios that produce music for today’s top artists and we get them connected to the people and the places that live and breath music production and audio engineering in as little as 6 to 9 months all across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia.
We are and have always been dedicated to delivering the highest quality educational experience that looks nothing like the traditional model.
We offer an educational experience like none other, keep you out of debt and get you working in the industry.
Get your music production certification and build your music production and audio engineering skills by learning with an industry professional near you.
Meet A Few Of Our Hall Of Fame Mentees
Success stories from Clients and mentors of recording connection.
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Positive reviews, videos and quotes from Clients and graduates
Some of our graduates have gone on to become audio engineers, musical artists and studio owners. Others graduates and producing and making their own Hip-Hop, EDM, Rock ‘n Roll, R&B, Country and Rap music.
Recording Connection does a GREAT job at placing you into REAL studios with REAL engineers and opens the door to allow you to create those connections with your mentor, and continual learning. You truly get out of the program what you put in. Another great aspect of the program are the virtual advisors that can help you with question regarding Pro Tools and other material as well. Much props to Alex Solis for helping me through the program!
Octavio Preciado
After being a musician for a couple of years, I've decided to take my music skills to the next level. I was very fortunate to have landed in Recording Connection, they helped me out since day one with my registration, and any paperwork needed. I was placed at ES Audio Studios in Glendale, CA. My mentor at the studio, Donny B. is very knowledgeable. He helped me through the process since the beginning. He helped me pick a great laptop suitable for Engineers. I had no clue of the existence of any DAW's, and after a few months of spending time at the studio, asking questions, getting a hands on experience, and doing colabs with other students/engineers I now have the privilege to be a professional. A huge thank you, to all who helped answer my questions and helped me grow as a professional engineer.
Jorge Fuentes Quiroz – Los Angeles, California
I had a very good experience with Recording Connection and my mentor Donny Baker from ES Audio Recording Studios. He taught me the things that I need to know about being an engineer/producer and to always be prepared for the gig and to keep the gig as well. I learned a lot from my mentor, other students that are more experienced, my Academic Facilitator Jon, and other engineers that worked there. I thank everybody that has helped me through this journey and will use the advice that has been given to me to improve as an engineer.
Noah Gonzalez – Los Angeles, California
I've just finished my program today with Recording Connection, for 9 months. I'm so entirely grateful that I found them, and for all they've done for me and my music career. I'm lightyears away from where I was when I first started. I am even considering enrolling in another program with them! My mentor Sam was the flagship; I always felt like after our sessions something went off in my brain that changed my music for the better, always! He is professional, kind, and SO talented! I've never felt like any issues I had were unanswered by Recording Connection, and they truly care for their students. Cheers and here's to hopefully more time and work together!
Rachel Childs – Los Angeles, California
The staff was very engaged with the learning process and very open to extra work whenever needed. Information was clear and concise and there were no issues getting a hold of anyone at any time.
Devin Valdez – Bergheim, Texas
This has really been an incredible experience. I got to learn things in a hand ons setting which has been crucial to my development as an audio engineer. I seriously recommend this to anyone who is trying to get into the music industry. It is an incredible way to get your foot in the door.
Dawson Bradley – Saginaw, Texas
Enjoyed every minute of the 4-5 months I've been with recording connection. I started with Zach, and finish with Alex. With the guidance I received from Alex, Zachary Sheets and my Mentor Steven Clark, there's no doubt in my mind that I'm on right path. Thank you guys for your help, looking forward to putting some projects out there that show case what I've learned for you guys.
Carl Nafa – Tampa, Florida
5 stars
Dhanovan Clinton – Parsipony, New Jersey
I had a really great time in this program. i met a lot of really amazing people and was able to be apart of some amazing sessions. im so excited for what the future has in store for my career in audio engineering and sound production!
Shane Dorkins – Portland, Oregon
It's the whole atmosphere that's amazing, the whole program is geared to get you good and ready. All that cannot be achieved without great teachers. I enjoyed every session with my mentor and academic facilitator, the are welcoming and very knowledgeable
Justin Goguen – Lincoln Parish, New Brunswick, Canada
{I have enjoyed} learning hands on and meeting new people/artist
Juan Mendes – York, South Carolina
Best institution for learning audio engineering with great hands on experience.
Hunter Guilllon – Imes, Iowa
"Training with actual pro and learning hands-on with equipment is the best way for me, because you’re in the moment and you realize your mistakes and achievements. I have a great mentor, working with Francesco Benvenuto taught me how to think like a pro, and how to be able to mix and master music for production. Music is my world, and to be able to play it the way I love, I learned in this school the mastery to express my soul with music, and I owe that to my instructors Francesco Benvenuto and Alex Solis. The length of the program allowed me to progress on time, motivated me to work long enough on my skills and be able to achieve the next level. Tuition of education in united stated is not cheap but allowing me to make affordable payment and step closer to my dream is priceless. The tools and knowledge I learned from classes, now I have more confidence to achieve my goals, thanks to you guys! Hands-on experience and being able to use the actual tools in this industry helped me more than any classroom and any book to read. For me, real learning is the actual working on the project itself, and this course allowed me more to do so, and encouraged me to be the best at what I love to do."
Koroush Atlasi – Plano, Texas
I enjoyed being apart of this program. I enjoyed getting the opportunity to be in the studio with my mentor and being able to Observe how he gets down in the studio. Since getting to watch Mr Hamza Lee in the studio sessions, my beats have improved and I hope I continue to get to work with him ????????????
Lamar Whetstone – Lawton, Oklahoma
Recording Connections was exactly the answer I was looking for to make my way into the music industry. The setup was beautiful,(mentor and academic advisor) which allowed me to visit the studio quite often as well as getting home training on my DAW via zoom. Dougy was a critical part in this process through his hard work, flexibility, and determination for my success in the program. Sheldon(my mentor)as busy as he was, was able was able to provide the guidance needed for me to figure out my direction as an artist. I look forward to working with more quality like minded professional artists and producers as I turn my love of music into a career in this industry!
Alan Graham – Peachtree City, Georgia
As a former student with another program for audio engineering coming to recording connection I wanted to have more hands on experience in the studio and allow myself to really immerse myself in the work. The hands on courses through recording connection are what sold me on the program and after finishing it I can say that those sessions are key contributors to why my music was able to take the next step. The online course would be helpful to a beginner and have a lot of value to some students but I found myself learning way more with my mentor than the online course. Overall an awesome learning experience over the last 6 months and i’m glad I found this opportunity.
Dominic Aragon – Tempe, Arizona
Amazing program! I started as a newbie and now, i feel 20x more confident in my ability to produce radio ready hits!! My mentor helped me tons along the way!
Tomas Romero – El Rito, New Mexico
Recording connection was such a great experience. I went from having 2-3 months of music production experience and once I got finished with the 6-month Recording Connection Beatmaking program, my growth accelerated 10-fold. I'm now at a point where I feel like I could eventually have a job working in the music industry! Everyday you are able to be with people that actually live the everyday life in the music industry. The teachers/mentors are phenomenal. They show you little "industry" secrets that would be hard to pick up on unless you were actually with professionals. This program also teaches you intangible traits. How to act in a studio session, how to treat rappers/musicians, when to ask and say certain things within a session, how to make yourself valuable etc. If you are looking for an alternative to traditional music school, this should definitely be your number one option.
Colby Feezell – Charlotte, NC
The RRFC is an amazing school with great Hands On learning opportunities in a real studio environment. The staff is very helpful and professional as well as my mentor and the sound at Trilogy Sound Studio. I am very thankful to have been apart of this program and can say it was one of the best decisions i have ever made.
Elijah Watkins – Waldorf Maryland
I had such a great time with recording connections. My Academic Facilitator, Dougy, was awesome. This is my first time working with Ableton and I had absolutely zero knowledge on how the DAW worked or where to even start with producing music. Dougy walked me through it all the way and helped me lay down ideas I had and helped me develop them. He always answered whatever questions I had and showed me a bunch of cool producers and music he listened to or what he was working on. I learned a lot through this course and it has encouraged me to continue on with another course that I'm super excited about. I loved how hands on the course was and that it really encouraged me to get into it right away. Being introduced to all the hardware and synths that come along with producing really just got me more excited about this career. It was also awesome getting to work with G.W. Childs on a song and going through the process of producing a full song. I also loved that I got two different perspectives on music and how to produce. It's really helped me to find out what works for me and how to get the best workflow out of myself. They are also super flexible with when you schedule class time and if anything comes up they are understanding and make it easy to reschedule. Overall I highly recommend coming to Recording Connections if you're looking to start a music career or are already involved in one!
Alexis Gaffney – Sherwood, Wisconsin
5 Stars
Zachary Kojoyian – Richmond, Virginia
The RRFC experience all in all was pretty awesome. My academic facilitator and my mentor were great help in teaching me the ways of the music world and pushing me and my music farther.
Gavin Obrecht – Bailey, Colorado
I really enjoyed learning through RRFC. It at an actual studio and not a university. I was able to see what an audio engineer actually does and having it be more hands on. 🙂
Elizabeth Novak – Chagrin Falls, Ohio
Alex Solis is the man. We got along from the moment we spoke. He always pushed me to do my best, even when I was unsure of myself. He is an excellent engineer and is very knowledgeable in his field. As a great academic advisor, he truely deserves this 5/5.
Christopher Handy – Whitinsville, Massachusetts
It's really good environment, My mentor is Mike, he shows me cool crazy things in his Eravox Studio that it takes a long time for me to know if I did not meet him. Also outside the studio, School has people to help you with everything you need in music industry, I luckily met Alex who has helped me improve my mixing skills. RRFC will open the door and show you how to improve your skills and your knowledge, just be ready and put into work.
Khoi Vinh – Westminster, California
Get your music production certification
in a studio, not a classroom.
Experience an education like no other in half the time and for half the cost where industry professionals and award-winning artists mentor students 1-on-1 in working recording studios and online.
In this competitive industry, you need to have the skills, portfolio, and connections to make it.
We keep you out of the boring college classroom and deliver all three!
We are unique, bold, out-of-the-box thinkers; and after over 3 decades of service — we have the formula that produces hire-able graduates with on the job experience and real industry connections.
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The Benefits of Tough Love
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That Energy
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