Online Music And Audio Courses

We are thrilled to offer a wide range of online audio classes for students of all levels, from beginners to advanced professionals.

Our experienced instructors are passionate about teaching and dedicated to helping you achieve your goals in the world of audio production. Whether you're interested in music production, mixing and mastering or sound design, we have a class that will suit your needs. Join us and discover the exciting world of audio with Sound Mentors Live!

Audio 101: Audio 101 is an introductory course that covers the basics of audio engineering and music production. Topics covered in this course include: the physics of sound, microphone techniques, signal flow, audio recording, mixing and mastering. This course is designed for students with little or no experience in audio, and it provides a solid foundation for more advanced studies in the field.  >> Learn More

Ableton: In our Ableton course, students will learn the fundamental skills needed to create and produce music using Ableton Live. Topics covered in this course include: understanding the Ableton interface, setting up a project, recording and editing audio and MIDI, creating beats and loops, working with virtual instruments and effects, and arranging and mixing a complete track. Students will also learn advanced techniques such as warping, sampling, and using Ableton's built-in instruments and effects. Students will leave the course with a firm grasp of Ableton and the ability to write, produce, and perform their own music.  >> Learn More

Audio Post-Production: Covering the techniques and processes used in post-production audio for film, television, and video games. Topics include: dialogue editing, ADR, Foley, sound effects, and music editing, mixing and mastering for the final soundtrack. Students will learn how to use industry-standard software and tools such as Pro Tools, iZotope RX and Waves plug-ins. Students who successfully complete the course will be able to produce professional-caliber soundtracks for visual media.  >> Learn More

Music Composition: Designed to give students the skills and knowledge needed to compose their own music. Topics covered in the course include: music theory, harmony, melody, rhythm, and form. Students will learn how to create and develop musical ideas, and how to use music notation software to create scores. This course is suitable for students with little or no experience in music composition, as well as for those looking to improve their skills.  >> Learn More

Cubase/Nuendo: How to use Cubase and Nuendo, two of the most popular DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations) in the industry. Topics covered in this course include: setting up a project, recording and editing audio and MIDI, working with virtual instruments and effects, and arranging and mixing a complete track. Students will have a firm grasp of Cubase and Nuendo at the conclusion of the course and be able to compose and produce their own music.  >> Learn More

Entertainment Business: An introduction to the business side of the entertainment industry, specifically focusing on the music industry. Topics covered in this course include: the structure of the industry, copyright law, music publishing, and how to make a living as a musician. This course is designed to give students a better understanding of the industry and the skills they need to navigate it.  >> Learn More

Game Audio: This course is designed to give students the skills and knowledge needed to create audio for video games. Topics covered in this course include: sound design, dialogue editing, music composition, and implementing audio in game engines. Students will learn how to use industry-standard software and tools such as Wwise and FMOD, and will work on real-world projects to gain hands-on experience. The knowledge and abilities needed to produce high-caliber audio for video games will be acquired at the course's conclusion.  >> Learn More

Logic Pro: Students will learn how to use Logic Pro, one of the most popular DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations) in the industry. Topics covered in this course include: setting up a project, recording and editing audio and MIDI, working with virtual instruments and effects, and arranging and mixing a complete track. Students will have a thorough understanding of Logic Pro by the end of the course and be able to compose and produce their own music.  >> Learn More

Music Mixing: Topics covered in this course include: equalization, compression, reverb, and other effects, as well as advanced techniques such as parallel processing and automation. Students will learn how to use industry-standard software and tools such as Pro Tools, iZotope RX and Waves plug-ins. Students will be equipped to produce mixes of a professional caliber by the end of the course.  >> Learn More

Music Production: Giving students a comprehensive understanding of the skills and knowledge needed to produce music. Topics covered in this course include: recording, editing, arranging, mixing, and mastering. Students will learn how to use industry-standard software and tools such as Pro Tools, Ableton Live, and Logic Pro. Students will have the knowledge and abilities necessary to create their own music by the end of the course.  >> Learn More

Music Publishing: The legal and business aspects of music publishing. Topics covered in this course include: copyright law, music publishing, and royalties. Students will learn about the different types of music publishing deals, how to negotiate contracts, and how to collect royalties. This course is designed to give students a better understanding of the music publishing industry and the skills they need to navigate it.  >> Learn More

Music Theory: Music notation, scales, chords, harmony, and melody. Students will learn how to read sheet music, and how to use music notation software to create scores. This course is suitable for students with little or no experience in music theory, as well as for those looking to improve their skills.  >> Learn More

Pro Tools: Learn how to use Pro Tools, one of the most popular DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations) in the industry. Topics covered in this course include: setting up a project, recording and editing audio and MIDI, working with virtual instruments and effects, and arranging and mixing a complete track. Students will have a firm grasp of Pro Tools by the end of the course and be able to compose and produce their own music.  >> Learn More

Songwriting: Write your own songs. Topics covered in this course include: lyrics, melody, harmony, and song structure. Students will learn how to create and develop musical ideas, and how to use music notation software to create scores. This course is suitable for students with little or no experience in songwriting, as well as for those looking to improve their skills.  >> Learn More