430 Main St, San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 660-9094
Located in SOMA, our San Francisco campus features our signature classroom setup, 2 fully equipped production studios, and a dedicated space for community events.
Structured course sequences exclusive perks and the lowest per-course cost
4 Course Program
Learn how to produce music from scratch with Ableton Live, develop your sound, and finish a 3-song EP of original music.
3 Course Program
Get comfortable behind the decks before learning how to produce your own edits, remixes, and original tracks with Ableton Live.
3 Course Program
Become your own producer. Learn the fundamentals of making music with Ableton Live and recording vocals in the studio.
2-4 Course Program
Design your own journey and choose the courses that match your goals.
Individual offerings based on your goals and skill level
3-Month Course
Start your music production journey in Ableton Live.
3-Month Course
Go beyond the basics and expand your creative toolkit.
3-Month Course
Break through creative blocks, build momentum, and define your sound.
3-Month Course
Learn how to record and produce professional-sounding vocals at home and in the studio.
3-Month Course
Develop a reliable workflow to transform your demos into finished tracks.
3-Month Course
Unlock the power of synthesis and bring the sounds in your head to life.
3-Month Course
Your songs deserve to sound amazing. Learn how to mix and master your tracks so they translate on any system.
Our SF campus features our signature IO classroom setup, 2 fully equipped production studios, DJ Booth, and a dedicated space for community events. Just looking for studio time? Check out our Studio Membership.
All times Pacific Time
Start January 25
End April 5
6:15 PM - 8:15 PM
GROUP A
Open
8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
GROUP A
Open
Start January 26
End March 30
6:15 PM - 8:15 PM
Open
8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
GROUP A
Open
Start January 27
End March 31
6:15 PM - 8:15 PM
Open
8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
GROUP B
Open
Start January 28
End April 1
6:15 PM - 8:15 PM
GROUP B
Open
8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Open
Start January 23
End April 3
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
GROUP D
Open
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
GROUP C
Open
Courses are 3 months long and include 10 weekly classes, 3 months of unlimited studio time, weekly feedback on assignments, access to student discounts on partner brands, and lifetime access to course materials.
Programs are curated sequences of 2 or more courses. By enrolling in a program, you'll benefit from a comprehensive learning experience at a reduced per-course cost.
If you’re new to music production, we recommend starting with Building Blocks, our beginner-friendly course that covers the fundamentals of producing music in Ableton Live. Building Blocks is the first course in our Electronic Producer, Singer Producer, and Total Producer programs.
If you’re interested in DJing, Spin Class is the best place to start. It’s a 3-month course focused entirely on DJ skills and performance. Spin Class is also the first course in our DJ Producer program.
Both courses require no prior experience and are great entry points into the world of music production and DJing.
Yes! Enrolled students can use our studios as often as they like at no additional charge. Studio time is unlimited for the duration of your course or program. Our one limitation is that students must complete a session before scheduling another one.
All of our production courses are taught using Ableton Live 12.
Our DJ course, Spin Class, is taught using rekordbox by Pioneer DJ.
All classes are recorded and posted to Circle, our online community platform. You’ll also get access to course notes, exercises, assignments, videos, and other resources so you can catch up and stay on track between classes.
Yes, all of our courses and programs have a monthly installment pricing option. Programs offer the best value, as well as lower monthly installments, compared to individual courses.
No credit check is required.
Yes! We have a financial aid program that allows eligible students to receive a significant discount on their program fee according to their need and participation in their local music community. Click here to learn more and apply.
Yes! IO Music Academy students are eligible for educational pricing on most music production software. Students can save up to 50% on partner brands such as Ableton, Arturia, FabFilter, Sonarworks, Soundtoys, Mixed In Key, Native Instruments, and more.
Yes, students enrolling in a new course or program must pay a non-refundable registration fee of $250.
Students enrolled in a multi-course program do not have to pay a registration fee between courses.
18 for group classes, 14 for private lessons.
No, unfortunately, we are not able to assist with student visas.
Click here to read about our refund policy.
Studio sessions are 2 hours.
Monday: 12pm-10pm
Tuesday: 12pm-10pm
Wednesday: 12pm-10pm
Thursday: 12pm-10pm
Friday: 12pm-4pm
Saturday: 12pm-2pm
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 10am-10pm
Tuesday: 10am-10pm
Wednesday: 10am-10pm
Thursday: 10am-8pm
Friday: 10am-4pm
Saturday: 10am-2pm
Sunday: 10am-2pm
You can cancel or change your membership at any time by contacting us by email at contact@iomusic.academy with your request. Cancellations and changes will take place at the beginning of the next billing cycle.
