Training and Education – About 1 in 10 choose to take on our education, but 10/10 benefit from it.

What’s the best way for you to learn?

Discover your unique learning style with us…

You’re reading this because you’ve realised that browsing YouTube for tips and tricks won’t give you the education you deserve. We offer personalised mentoring options that cater to your online or in-person needs. Choose from scheduled one-on-one courses via Zoom, engaging pre-recorded training sessions, or recorded videos complemented by private mentoring afterwards. Take control of your learning journey and select what works best for you, or seek our expert guidance to help you make the right choice.

Personal Mentoring

Learning from someone who has navigated your journey can be beneficial and even game-changing. Whether you are at the start of your career or well-established, seeking mentorship from someone who has walked in your shoes and forged a successful path is essential.

Work directly with Rick Snoman, a seasoned producer who took the bold step of leaving his “day job” to immerse himself fully in music production. With over 35 years of experience, Rick has transformed Altar Studios into a world-leading entity. This is more than just an opportunity to enhance your professional skills; it’s a unique chance to absorb invaluable insights and lessons from an expert with decades of hands-on experience in the music industry.

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Who is mentoring best suited to?

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If you want to work with a professional online to perfect a technique.

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Want to explore the knowledge at a more detailed level.

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Freedom to attend just one session, or book as many as you want.

Personal Courses

Meticulously crafted one-on-one courses designed for everyone, from eager beginners to seasoned professionals. Dive into a broad spectrum of topics that will elevate your skills—crafting your first track, exploring synthesis and sampling, mastering advanced sound design, or perfecting your mixing and mastering techniques; we’ve got you covered.

Each lesson is exclusively tailored to you, providing personal attention from our expert tutors, complete with regular homework to reinforce learning. Every learner is unique, so our courses are customised to suit your experience level. You can enjoy the flexibility to book your sessions whenever you have a free moment, choosing between weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly options. Plus, you can trade an online session for personalised days of hands-on learning in our state-of-the-art studios.

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Who are the bespoke courses best for?

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Want to learn music production properly from industry professionals.

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You want to personalised training routines developed to improve skills.

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You want to take your music to a professional level and release records.

Hybrid Courses

Discover the incredible advantages of our hybrid courses, where interactive learning meets personalised guidance. Our innovative approach combines pre-recorded video tutorials with exclusive one-on-one mentoring sessions led by the expert who crafted the course.

Imagine watching tutorials at your own pace, immersing yourself in the content whenever it suits you. But here’s the twist: at strategic points in the course, you have the unique opportunity to pause your learning and book a live Zoom session with your tutor. This means you can ask questions, clarify techniques, showcase your music, and receive tailored support to ensure mastering the material and progressing on your musical journey.

Empower yourself with personalised mentorship to keep you on track for success.

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Who is mentoring best suited to?

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If you like to watch pre-recorded tutorial videos multiple times.

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You want to meet the tutor who wrote the course to ask any questions.

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Enjoy learning at your pace & freedom to book your own zoom sessions.

Pre-recorded Courses

Pre-recorded courses consist of a series of chaptered videos that you can watch online at any time. You simply log into the website, and every course you own is accessible for you to view, allowing you to learn at your own pace.

These courses do not come with any personal one-on-one time, but you can always book a mentoring session if you would like us to provide feedback on your production or assist you with any techniques you find challenging.

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Who are the pre-recorded courses for?

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Those interested in watching the techniques at their own pace.

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Don’t require any additional help with a course.

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Have a pretty good understanding of engineering.

In Person Visit

Unlock your potential in the vibrant world of electronic music production by working one-on-one or in small groups at Altar Studios—renowned as a leader in the industry.

Whether you’re passionate about production, sound design, toplining, recording, mixing, or mastering, this is your chance to learn from the best. Join us at Altar Studios, where your creative journey will be nurtured in an award-winning environment that has celebrated countless professional artists. Take the step toward your dream career today.

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Who is studio time best suited to?

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If you want to learn in-person in a professional studio environment.

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You want to hear how your music sounds through a professional mastering system.

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You want to attend a camp with others to learn specific techniques.