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Learn everything you need to know about sampling and working with audio along with the fundamentals of synthesis and sound design. In this course, you’ll learn to warp, chop up, and mangle existing material as well as create your own sounds from scratch using synthesizers. Over 10 inspired lessons, you’ll learn how to capture inspiration from your favorite tracks and develop the technical skills needed to put your tastes into your productions.

Your Instructor


Zack Johnson is an experienced DJ, Music Producer, Songwriter, and Sound Designer. He has played Ultra Music Festival and SXSW, has produced songs with the likes of Diplo, and has released music on labels such as Fool's Gold, OWSLA, and Mad Decent.

Zack currently works as a Music Producer and Songwriter at the legendary studio Sound Factory and as an instructor at IO Music Academy. He also enjoys making weird sounds, drinking coffee, and taking his cat Sia on nature walks.



Registration and Payment


Please select from the payment options below (either payment plan or single payment). Please note, new students must pay a one-time registration fee of $249. If you have not already done so, click here to pay your registration fee before returning to this page.



Fall Quarter Schedule


Orientation: September 30th, 2022 at 7:30PM-8:30PM

Courses Start Date: week of October 3rd, 2022

Available Making Waves Classes (choose one):

  •  Wednesdays (6:00PM - 8:00PM) - 5 spots left!
  •  Thursdays (8:30PM - 10:30PM) - 8 spots left!

This course is closed for enrollment.

This course is closed for enrollment.

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