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Music Production & Audio Engineering Certification in Vancouver, BC

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Harbourside Institute Of Technology, Vancouver:
Located in the beautiful harbourside district of North Vancouver, BC, the Harbourside Institute of Technology (HIT) is one of Canada’s premier Audio Engineering and Music Production schools. We offer technically advanced audio training with Certificate & Diploma programs in Audio Engineering and Music Production, Pro Tools, Ableton Live and Advanced Recording Artist development.

Audio Engineering / Music Production / Recording Artist Programs:
Our courses cover the most widely used professional audio software programs, recording platforms, and production equipment: Pro Tools, RADAR, Logic, Reason, Ableton Live, and more. HIT differs from other audio schools because here you are always in the studio environment.

Class sizes remain small so everyone gets a complete 'hands-on' education. We provide every student with their own classroom digital audio workstPhoto of Music Production & Audio Engineering Certification in Vancouver, BCation, loaded with the latest software and hardware, which functions as their own mini production studio.

Audio Engineering and Music Production Program - 9-months:
A nine month Audio Engineering and Music Production diploma program, providing 720 hours of integrated theory and real world studio practicals.  Classes are 4 hours per day, 5 days per week. This program is for those who are serious about obtaining a career in the audio industry.

Course Modules include:
1. Recording Techniques
2. Acoustics and Studio Design
3. Album Production
4. Digital Audio Workstation Systems
5. Pro Tools 101
6. Pro Tools 110
7. Pro Tools 130 - Game Audio
8. Modern Mixing Techniques
9. Electronic Music
10. Music Theory and Song Writing
11. The Business of Music
12. Audio for Film, Video and New Media
13. Live Sound

Electronic Music Production Diploma Program: Ableton 9 (6 months)
A 6 month full spectrum Electronic Music Production diploma program, specializing in creating, recording, producing, live performance, and career development.

Image of Music Production & Audio Engineering Certification in Vancouver, BCPro Tools Training in 101, 110, 130 (Game Audio), 201 and 210M:
Pro Tools is the most widely used Digital Audio Production system in the world. The hardware and software was developed by Digidesign, a division of Avid Technology, and is used for recording and editing in music production, film scoring, and film/television post production. Avid manufactures systems that fit any budget, from $200 to $2,000,000. Because of the standardized software, these systems are all compatible with each other, which allows the user a great deal of flexibility.

HIT is in partnership with Avid's Educational Division, and offers official Pro Tools certification. Pro Tools 101, 110 and 130 certification courses are included in the Audio Engineering and Music Production Program and are also offered separately. Pro Tools 201 and 210 certification courses are included in the Advanced Recording Artist program and also offered separately.

You can record in a professional studio with a fully loaded Pro Tools system - save your session to a hard drive and work with it in your bedroom on your $200 system - move back and forth between any number of Pro Tools facilities. This puts world class production at the fingertips of anyone with Pro Tools know how.

Advanced Recording Artist Program - 3-months:
Sign a record deal with HIT Records and Maximum Music / EMI. Under the guidance of faculty advisors Mike Rogerson (Green Day, Goo Goo Dolls, Sheryl Crow), Sam Ryan (SOS Music) and Brian Watson (Maximum Music Group), this 3 month Diploma program is designed to take you through the entire production process, from concept to final product where students will be involved in all aspects of recording and releasing music, including A&R, Artist Development, Sales, Marketing, Promotion and Publicity. 

Photos of Harbourside Institute Of Technology, VancouverThe ARA program and Hit Records was developed to provide students with the opportunity of collaborating with award winning Engineers, Producers and Artist Management,  while gaining hands-on experience working inside an artist run record label. Students will have access to some of Vancouver's top studio musicians to assist in the recording stages of their production.

Introduction to Basic Recording Techniques:
This course provides 24 hours of integrated classroom theory and ‘hands on’ studio practicals. It is geared towards recording studio hobbyists, musicians, and novices of all ages. Attendance is four hours a day, one day a week.

Ableton 101 Weekend Workshop:
This hands on workshop is designed to unlock the basics of electronic music production in Ableton Live .During the weekend intensive, each student will be provided an Ableton workstation to follow the instructor and work on assigned projects and exercises.

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Address: 998 Harbourside Drive #122, North Vancouver, V7P 3T2 , Vancouver, BC , Canada
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MOSMA | Mid-Ocean School of Media Arts, Winnipeg, MB
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MOSMA offered its first full time Diploma programme and part time courses 25 years ago and has trained students from all over Canada and around the world. Classes are focused where student benefit from small class sizes offering ample time for hands-on practical training and individual attention from faculty and mentors. Our resources are always available to students during their studies and throughout their careers.

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PRO TOOLS 110 - FUNDAMENTALS II
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Trebas Institute - Audio, Music, Film, Technology & Business School in ON & QC
Courses / Programs
Study at Trebas Institute, Canada’s leading audio and film school:

With campuses in Montreal, Quebec and Toronto, Ontario, Trebas Institute is a private, bilingual, post-secondary college in Canada specializing in the recording arts (audio, film and television, music and entertainment management), as well as business & technology.

Taught in both English and French, our programs are accessible to a wide range of students, and are updated to reflect changes within the industry.

Many of our programs also conclude with internships to give you something to put on your resume and to provide you with an opportunity to work out which role really suits your interests.

Since 1979, we’ve helped over 3,000 graduates (Canadian & international students) achieve their goals of working in film, business, music & technology by providing a range of affordable programs.

Trebas Institute provides state-of-the-art facilities in Montreal and Toronto, and access to industry equipment including audio and filmmaking gear, sign-out labs and studios. In addition, you’ll be able to participate in internships to help you showcase your knowledge and hone your skills.

Our instructors also bring a wealth of industry knowledge to the programs and are ready to provide you with the support you need to reach your ambitions. Contact us today to receive information on your  your chosen career path!
Accredited Diploma Programs:
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- Diploma in Live Sound
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- Diploma in Sound Design
- Diploma in Audio Engineering and Production/DJ Arts
- Diploma in Film and Television Production
- Diploma in Film & Television Production and Post-Production
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- Diploma in Digital Marketing and Social Media
- Diploma in Event and Venue Management
- Diploma in Entertainment Management
- Diploma in Show and Event Management
- Diploma in Music Business Administration
Amanda Tosoff Jazz and Blues Piano Lessons
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- Private jazz and blues piano lessons for adults, kids & teens
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Elite Music Academy, Toronto
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Metalworks Institute, Mississauga
Courses / Programs
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1 Year Professional Diploma Programs:
- Digital Music Production
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2 Year Professional Diploma Programs:
- Professional Sound
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Short Certificate Programs (Weekend Courses)
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