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Frequently Asked Questions
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No experience is required. All students are welcome regardless of experience.
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✅ Computer
Windows or Mac.
Sorry, Chromebooks will not work for these classes.
✅ Ableton Live Software
Get your 90-Day Free Trial Ableton Live Software here.
Student discounts are available for 40% when you're ready to purchase. Just provide the Mix Major registration email and you'll qualify for the discount.
✅ Zoom Client for Meetings
Sorry, the Chrome extension won't work for these classes.
✅ Strong Internet Connection
This will make sure the student experience is as smooth as possible. If you're on vacation, and your kid is taking classes, just make sure you've got a good connection.
✅ Microphone
We definitely need your microphone to work during class, so please make sure you have a working mic. Your computer's built-in mic will work just fine.
✅ Web Camera
To make this virtual class feel as "in-person" as possible, all students are required to have cameras and keep them turned on during class.
Optional, but Preferred
✅ Headphones (Optional)
Headphones will provide the best sound quality experience. If you don't have these, it's ok, just use your computer speakers.
Recommendations
✅ MIDI Keyboard (Optional)
These aren't required because you can create everything you need without one. While this is a good starting point for most students, many students will eventually prefer to use a MIDI keyboard when they get more experience.
Recommendations
Novation Launchkey MiniNovation Launchkey 37 mk3Novation Launchkey 49 mk3
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This isn’t a passive activity, like watching tv, playing video games, or surfing social media.
Making music is a fun and creative outlet that teaches you about music, technology, and problem-solving.
I’d say that’s an example of extremely useful “screen” time.
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So many kids (and adults) have experienced “Zoom fatigue” and this is understandable, especially when trying to learn subjects like Math and Reading.
Learning Music Production is completely different. It will ignite your child’s passion for music and make them forget the long days of Covid remote-learning.
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Being shy is a natural thing for many kids. That’s why your instructor will always make your kid feel included and comfortable during every class.
Your kid can always directly message the instructor with any questions during a group lesson, if they’re worried about asking in front of the class.
And during 1-on-1 time, your kid will always feel at ease with our instructors.
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Our programs are not like traditional music programs.
Most traditional music programs focus on one thing: performance. The goal is to learn a piece of music and perform it, not create it.
Through Music Production, your kid will be able to imagine their music, create it, and share it, regardless of their ability or desire to perform.
Let your child create music...with no pressure of performance...and we’re sure they’ll enjoy it!
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After starting Mix Major classes, many parents tell us how their kid is spending more time practicing their traditional instruments.
We always encourage our students to learn to play instruments whenever possible. Being a musician and a producer is a powerful combination!
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Your kid can try it for just $7.
For the cost of two happy meals, you’ll give your kid a chance to discover a new talent and passion.
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Gone are the days of spending money on recording studios, audio engineers, and producers. In all of those studios, the computer is the centerpiece. With advancements in technology, your kid’s laptop can become that same centerpiece.
Think about this: the computer inside your smartphone is exponentially more powerful than the computer that put astronauts on the moon. Imagine how much your kid’s computer is capable of.
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Please email info@mix-major.com for any questions.
You can also call or text (703) 646-0436.