Musicianship for Producers - Level 2

Program Overview

Musicianship for Producers - Level 2

Program Overview

In Musicianship for Producers - Level 2, you'll go deeper in our immersive program designed to take your musical prowess to new heights. Refine your ear with progressive aural training and hone your sight-reading, notation, and transcription skills to capture every nuance of the music. Delve into advanced topics including chord extensions, voice leading, and exotic scales and modes guided by seasoned experts dedicated to unlocking your full potential. Deepen your harmonic fluency and expand your creative palette. Whether you're a budding producer or seasoned musician, this course will empower you to manifest your unique musical ideas with confidence and precision.

Key Info

• Duration: 1 Term
• Start Dates: July 2025, October 2025, January 2026, April 2026, July 2026, October 2026, January 2027, January 2028
• Timetable: One 2-hour class each week for 10 weeks. Daytime, evening & weekend slots available.

Fees

• $895 payment in full
• $100 reg fee + balance of $795
• $100 reg fee + $295 per month

Accommodation

While we don't offer on-campus housing, we work with trusted partners to help you find safe, comfortable student housing that fits your needs and budget. Whether you're looking for short-term housing or apartment rental, there are plenty of options—many fully furnished and equipped with high-speed internet and secure access.

Course Breakdown

• Seventh & Sixth Chords
• Extended Harmony
• Chord Voicings
• Voice-Leading
• Compound Intervals
• Progressive Ear Training
• Sight-Reading Skill Building
• Seventh & Sixth Chords
• Transcribing Chord Progressions
• Focus on Minor Keys
• Progressive Dictation/Transcription
• Progressive Rhythm Training
• Blue Notes
• Modes
• Exotic Scales

Student Spotlight

• Bryan Dotel: Latin GRAMMY-nominee & pointblank LA alum Bryan Dotel produced his first single Aventura ft. Ilegales at age 17. Hailing from the Dominican Republic, he moved to LA after high school to study at pointblank, where he produced the hit Mejor Así off the Ilegales Tropicalia album, garnering a nod for Best Tropical Fusion Album at the 2019 Latin GRAMMYS. After graduating from pointblank LA, Bryan has continued his success as an in-demand Tropical Reggaeton producer, including amassing more than a million views on YouTube.

Expert Instructors

• Nathaniel Nutter: Music Composition
• Christian Gibson: Music Production

Career Opportunities

Studying musicianship for producers offers a gateway into a dynamic industry where creativity meets technical proficiency. In a digital age dominated by multimedia, these skills are in high demand across various sectors including music, film, gaming, and advertising. Mastering these disciplines opens avenues for freelancing, entrepreneurship, and collaboration with diverse artists.

• Mix Engineer
• Music Producer
• TV/Film Composer
• Recording Engineer
• Sound Designer
• Studio Manager
• Remixer
• Video Game Composer
• Artist/Performer
• A&R Label Manager

FAQ

• Are there any admission requirements?: Admission into any college-level program at pointblank requires that the prospective student: Be 18 years of age or older (under age 18 may be accepted only with signed parental consent), Possess a high school diploma or the equivalent, Be provided a current pointblank Music School Catalog, Sign a School Performance Fact Sheet and an Enrollment Agreement for their program.
• What equipment do I need to buy?: None at all! Every pointblank student has access to their own fully-equipped workstation in class and during their practical studio work outside of class time. If you decide to purchase equipment for your own home studio, we will be happy to help you arrange student discounts from our leading industry partners including Apple, Ableton, Pioneer, Native Instruments, Serato, Izotope, Waves, and more.
• When are the classes scheduled?: For each 10-week course in musicianship, piano, guitar, or bass, classes normally meet once per week for 2 hours on a weekday in one of the following timeslots: 10:00am – 12:00pm (Morning Session), 12:00pm – 2:00pm (Noon Session), 2:30pm – 4:30pm (Afternoon Session). Class schedules are confirmed and released two weeks prior to the start of each quarter. Please call for the most up-to-date information on scheduling and class availability. Our facilities are also open for student use from six to seven days a week, giving you valuable time in the studio to practice your musicianship or instrumental exercises and reinforce your new skills outside of class sessions.
• Do you provide student housing?: Our students have many options for housing accommodations near pointblank Los Angeles. Please visit our Student Accommodation page or Contact an Admissions Advisor for more info.
• I work full time. Can I enroll?: Yes. Classes are usually available in the evening and on weekends, and we will be happy to arrange a class schedule that works around your other professional commitments. Please check with an Admissions Advisor to see what scheduling options are available by calling or by completing the Contact Us form.
• I'm an international student. Can I enroll?: International students have different options for attending pointblank classes depending on their country of origin. These include the B2 visitor visa, the ESTA visa waiver program, and more. We do not offer F or M student visas at this time. Further information for international students can be found here on our International Students USA page. Please call or contact us for assistance.
• Help! My question is not answered here.: If you have further questions, please contact an Admissions Advisor or call us directly at. You may also review the pointblank Music School Catalog for complete information about our programs and policies.