Q: I'd like to visit Mix Major, meet the owner, and find out more about this program.  Is this possible?

 

Yes!  Email info@mix-major.com or text/call (703)646-0436 request a visit.

 

 

Q: How do I register for Free Trial Class?

 

Click here to request a Free Trial Class, or just visit https://www.mix-major.com/freeclass.​

 

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Q: How do I register for the Music Production Learning Path program?

 

1. Click here to view the Music Production Learning Path class schedule. 

2. Choose a day and time that works best for you and your child (e.g. Mondays at 6:00PM - 6:55PM).

3. Click the "REGISTER" button to the right.

4. Click "EXPRESS REGISTRATION" at the bottom.

5. Create an account.

6. Click "MONTHLY TUITION".

7. Follow remaining prompts.

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Q: The program has already begun. Can I still register if there's space?

 

Absolutely!  Enrollment is open throughout the entire program, provided there's space.

 

 

Q: If I register mid-month, is tuition prorated?

 

Yes.  Your first month's tuition will be prorated based on the number of weeks missed in that month.  When registering online, you'll pay the first month in full.  In the following month, payment will be automatically adjusted to reflect the prorated amount for the first (partial) month.

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Q: What exactly is the Music Production Learning Path program? 

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The Music Production Learning Path Program is Mix Major's curriculum for electronic music production and composition that's individually tailored to the interests and needs of the student.  

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Students enrolled in the following classes are part of the Music Production Learning Path program:

1. Weekly Classes (In-Person)

2. Live Virtual Classes (Online)

3. Private Instruction (In-Person and Online)

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Q: What is the learning process for each student throughout the entire Music Production Learning Path program?

 

1. Start with an Evaluation.  What are the student’s goals?

2. Assess their current abilities and design their Learning Path.

3. Track students individually along their Learning Path.

4. Continually evaluate students' goals and adjust Learning Path.

 

Q: Do students follow the Music Production Learning Path in any other Mix Major program (e.g. camps, workshops)?

No.  In camps and workshops, Mix Major helps students reach their short term creative music goals. With the Music Production Learning Path program, Mix Major helps students achieve their long-term creative music goals.  Camps and workshops provide both general and specialized instruction within a limited time period.  The Music Production Learning Path program isn’t restricted by time.
 

 

Q: What are the levels of mastery throughout the Music Production Learning Path program?

INTRO -> BEGINNER [1-3] -> INTERMEDIATE [1-3] -> PROFICIENT [1-2-3] -> ADVANCED [1-2] -> EXPERT

 

Q: How long does it take for a student to complete their personal Learning Path?

At Mix Major, student learning isn’t tied to a specific time period.  It’s tied to the student's attendance, engagement, effort, and individual progress.

 

 

Q: Is instruction tailored to the age of the student?

Definitely! Mix Major tracks the student individually, giving them the attention and guidance they need, as they need it.  The student's age usually provides a benchmark for the best pace of instruction, but no what the age, all students learn and develop at their own pace.

 

Q: Can I register for a class outside the class’s age group? 

Yes, but on a case-by-case basis with approval from Mix Major.  This is called an Age Group Exception, and they’re typically granted to students in one of the following categories:

 

1. Siblings in close by different age groups

2. Friends who are sharing a ride

3. Students who can’t attend any other Learning Path class due to scheduling conflicts

 

Age Group Exceptions are granted on a case-by-case basis, giving preference to students who demonstrate high interest in learning and good behavior.

 

To request an Age Group Exception, email info@mix-major.com before registering.

 

 

Q: At what point do students no longer need to take classes?

Mix Major’s goal is to help students reach their musical goals.  Since all students are different (e.g. age, skill, interests), there’s no concrete answer to this question.  The choice is up to the student.  Mix Major will take the students as far as they’re willing to go.

 

 

Q: What are classes like?  What is the ratio of lecture-based to hands-on learning?

The best way to learn is by “doing”.  Think about it like learning how to ride a bike.  You don’t start by watching a lecture on what a bike is, how to balance yourself, and what to do if you fall.  Instead, you get a bike with some training wheels and start riding.  Once you’re comfortable, you remove the training wheels, ride and figure it out.  

 

At Mix Major, students learning by “doing”.  For the most part, classes are 90% hands-on work and 10% lecture or sharing.  As students need guidance, the instructor is always there to keep them on their “bike”, and “on track”.

 

Q: Do students collaborate on music projects? 

In some cases, yes.  Collaboration can be extremely valuable in learning music production because students learn from their partner.  Collaboration, however, is on a voluntary basis, so only students who are willing to work with other students will do so.
 

 

Q. How long does the Music Production Learning Path program run throughout the year? 

 

The program runs year-round, starting with the beginning of the school year (September), and running through the end of the school year and following summer (August of the following year).  

 

 

Q. I'd like to continue taking Music Production Learning Path classes after the Season ends in August.  Will I have to register again? And will I pay a registration fee again?

 

Yes, students will have to re-register each year before September to continue weekly classes in the Music Production Learning Path program.  If students continue through the end of one Season ends into the next Season, the registration fee will be waived.  If students cancel their registration at any time (for example registering in the Fall, then canceling for Summer, and returning again in the Fall of the following year), they will be charged the normal $25 registration fee.

 

 

Q. What does the registration fee cover?

 

The registration fee covers both administrative expenses and the cost of the use of equipment in class (e.g. computers, keyboards, controllers).

 

 

Q. How do the discounts work?

 

Pay In-Full:  Receive a 10% for paying in-full for the entire program.  Select the Pay In-Full option during registration to receive the discount.  For this option, please email info@mix-major.com to set up payment by check or cash. This is the only payment option that allows for payment by check or cash, as opposed to the monthly auto-debit by credit ard.

 

Sibling:  Tuition for each additional sibling is 10% off per student.

 

Multi-Class:  Some students will prefer to take more than one class per week.  In this case, monthly tuition for each additional class is $89.99.  Simply register for additional classes and the discount will be applied at checkout.  If there are problems, just email info@mix-major.com.   

 

For additional classes, students will be approved to register for a class outside their age group.  Email info@mix-major.com for approval prior to registering.

 

Referral:   If you refer a new student to the Music Production Learning Path Program, you'll receive a credit for $55 (half a month's tuition) which will be applied to your account.  This will happen after the referred student has listed your name during registration and completed one full month in the program.