Whether you want to produce your own tracks, record and mix your band, or understand what happens after the notes are played — learn from someone who produces professionally.
Calvin co-runs Clearwater Studio, a production house offering writing, recording, mixing, and mastering services. In 2021, Calvin and his production partner were named one of six winners of UCompose, hosted by Universal Music, with their work showcased in New York City.
Getting comfortable inside Ableton Live and/or Logic Pro, from the interface to essential workflow shortcuts.
How to properly record guitar, vocals, and other instruments, including mic technique and gain staging.
Structuring a track that actually holds together, from a rough idea to a full arrangement.
Balancing levels, EQ, compression, and effects so every element has its own space.
The final polish that gets a track ready for release, taught at a practical, beginner-friendly level.
Getting comfortable navigating your DAW, basic recording, and understanding the building blocks of a track.
Arranging fuller ideas, developing your ear for mixing decisions, and building a natural workflow.
More advanced mixing and mastering techniques, and developing a production style of your own.
Some students move through these stages quickly, others take their time — both are completely normal.
Not for your first lesson — both Ableton Live and Logic Pro are available in our studio.
Yes, and it's a natural pairing — many students learn to play and produce side by side.
None at all — we start from wherever you're at.
Both — lessons cover the full process from recording through to mastering.
Not at all — the production skills taught apply across genres and instruments.
No pressure, no obligation — just a friendly first lesson to see if we're the right fit for you.
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