Music Production 101
Intro to Logic Pro/Garageband
Duration: 2–3 Hours Price: $50-$60 per person Level: Beginner (no experience needed)
A hands-on workshop gives complete beginners everything they need to start making music in Logic Pro. Students will leave with a real, finished project and the foundational skills to continue producing on their own. The class balances guided instruction with creative, self-directed time so every student walks away inspired and capable.
The following schedule is designed for a 2.5-hour session. For a 2-hour session, the final creative lab is condensed; for 3 hours, it is extended.
Time
Type
What We Cover
0:00–0:30
Welcome & Setup
Introductions, venue Wi-Fi, Logic Pro install check, MIDI keyboard connections, project folder setup. Quick tour of the Logic Pro interface: tracks, regions, mixer, transport.
0:30–1:00
Sounds & MIDI Basics
How to browse and load software instruments (synths, drums, keys). Recording MIDI with a keyboard (or drawing notes in the piano roll. Basic note editing: quantize, velocity, length.
1:00-1:15
Sounds/MIDI Exercise
Students will try out drawing on MIDI and layering instruments.
1:15–1:45
Beat Building
Building a drum groove with Drum Machine Designer. Layering bass and melodic elements. Understanding bars, beats, and song arrangement in the timeline.
1:45–2:00
Mixing Basics
Volume, panning, and basic EQ. Adding reverb and delay for space. Leveling a simple mix so it sounds balanced.
2:00–2:30
Creative Lab
Students work on their own project with instructor support. Q&A throughout.
2:30–2:45
Export & Wrap-Up
Bouncing the final mix to an MP3. Sharing tips for continuing to learn. Q&A, resource handout, and next-steps conversation.
Logic Pro Pro project template (pre-loaded starter session)
Printed quick-reference cheat sheet: keyboard shortcuts & workflow tips
Digital resource guide: recommended YouTube channels, sample packs, and plugins
Demonstration laptop with Logic Pro connected to venue speakers/monitor
Tables with enough space for one laptop + keyboard per student
Power outlets accessible to each seat (6–10 per 8–10 students)
Projector or large display for instructor screen mirroring
Audio output: stereo speakers or a PA system the instructor can connect to
Stable Wi-Fi (students may need to download Logic Pro content packs)
Students should come prepared with the following:
Required: MacBook (any model) with Logic Pro or Garageband installed and updated to the latest version
Required: Over-ear or in-ear headphones with a 3.5mm or USB-C connection
Recommended: MIDI keyboard controller (any size, 25–61 keys recommended)
Helpful: USB-C to USB-A adapter if your MacBook only has USB-C ports
Optional: A notebook for jotting down tips, settings, or ideas
Note: Students without a MIDI keyboard can still fully participate using Logic’s built-in Musical Typing feature (keyboard as piano). Loaner keyboards may be offered depending on availability.
By the end of the session, every student will have:
A completed, exported music track made entirely in the workshop
A solid understanding of the Logic Pro / Garageband interface and core workflow
The ability to record and edit MIDI instruments from scratch
Experience building a drum pattern, bassline, and melodic element
A foundational grasp of mixing: volume, panning, EQ, and basic effects
A printed cheat sheet and digital resource guide to keep learning at home
Confidence to open their interface and start a new project independently
Recommended: 6–10 students per session. Smaller groups allow for personalized attention; larger groups are possible with an assistant instructor.
No prior music or production experience required. Students should ensure Logic Pro (there’s a free trial) or Garageband is installed before arriving. A setup guide will be emailed in advance.
The instructor can accommodate students with no MIDI keyboard. Students who are deaf or hard of hearing should contact us in advance to discuss accommodations.
Suggested 48-hour cancellation window for refunds. Venue and instructor to agree on final policy.
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