Q: What are the computer and equipment requirements?

✅ Computer Windows or Mac. Sorry, Chromebooks will not work for these classes. ✅ Ableton Live Software Get your 30-Day Free Trial Ableton Live Software here.(https://www.ableton.com/en/trial/) Student discounts are available for 50% when you're ready to purchase. Just provide the Mix Major registration email and you'll qualify for the discount. Click here for info(https://www.ableton.com/en/shop/education/) ✅ Zoom Client for Meetings Sorry, the Chrome extension won't work for these classes. Get the Zoom software here.(https://zoom.us/download) ✅ 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 Sennheiser Pro Audio Sennheiser HD 25 Professional DJ Headphone, Black, 1 (HD25)Audio-Technica ATH-M50X(https://amzn.to/2N1bXrK) ✅ 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(https://amzn.to/33DiIpu) Amazon will pay us a small affiliate commission if you buy using those links (no additional cost to you).

Question 1

Is there any music or technology experience required?

Accepted Answer

No experience is required in either music or technology.  Just a love for music and a love for creating.

Question 2

What are the computer and equipment requirements?

Accepted Answer

✅ Computer
​
Windows or Mac.
Sorry, Chromebooks will not work for these classes.
 
​
 
✅ Ableton Live Software
​
Get your 30-Day Free Trial Ableton Live Software here.(https://www.ableton.com/en/trial/)  
​
Student discounts are available for 50% when you're ready to purchase.  Just provide the Mix Major registration email and you'll qualify for the discount.  
 
Click here for info(https://www.ableton.com/en/shop/education/)
 
​
✅ Zoom Client for Meetings
​
Sorry, the Chrome extension won't work for these classes.  
Get the Zoom software here.(https://zoom.us/download)
 
✅ 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
Sennheiser Pro Audio Sennheiser HD 25 Professional DJ Headphone, Black, 1 (HD25)Audio-Technica ATH-M50X(https://amzn.to/2N1bXrK)
 
✅ 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(https://amzn.to/33DiIpu)
Amazon will pay us a small affiliate commission if you buy using those links (no additional cost to you).

Question 3

How do I register?

Accepted Answer

Find your session and register at:
https://mix-major.jumbula.com(https://mix-major.jumbula.com)

Question 4

Can I register for a camp outside the age group requirements?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but on a case-by-case basis with approval from Mix Major.  This is called an Age Group Exception.  Age Group Exceptions are granted on a case-by-case basis.
 
To request an Age Group Exception, email info@mix-major.com (mailto:info@mix-major.com?subject=Age Exception Requested)before registering.

Question 5

Will Chromebooks work for this camp?

Accepted Answer

No, only Windows or Mac computers will run the digital audio workstation software used during the camp.  They'll be using industry standard software Ableton Live.

Question 6

My kid has already completed a camp.  Can my kid take another one?  If so, how will the experience be different.

Accepted Answer

We welcome returning camp students!   Returning camp students will have a different learning path than new students.  Returning students will be assigned more challenging projects and get access to higher levels of Mix Major's Master Track curriculum.

Question 7

What options are available for students that want to continue after the camp is done?

Accepted Answer

Students may continue their journey by:

1. Practice skills learned during camp independently
2. Participating in more camps
3. Joining the Mentorship Program (weekly live online classes )
4. Signing up for one-on-one private lessons

Online
Music Production Summer
Camp

Students turn their home computer into a music studio.

They'll learn how to make beats, record, and create original songs from the comfort of home.

Turn screen time into studio time.

*A Windows or Mac computer is required for this camp.
Sorry, Chromebooks and tablets won't work.

Online environment. Real life skills & connection.

Small
Groups

Industry Pro Instructors

Daily
Sharing Sessions

What Parents Say

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Becky (Mother)

ONLINE
CAMP
SCHEDULE

FRIENDS & FAMILY
LISTENING PARTY
ON THE LAST DAY OF CAMP

What They'll Learn

Group Lessons & Activities

Studio Time

Listen to Student Music

Frequently Asked Questions

Online Music Production Summer Camp

Students turn their home computer into a music studio. They'll learn how to make beats, record, and create original songs from the comfort of home.