If you’ve been producing synthwave for 6 months or more and have a hard time finishing full length tracks, then I’ve got something amazing for you. Consider this question -why do other synthwave producers finish tracks easily, while you struggle?

I’ve been producing music since 2002 and for 18 years I made little to no progress in my production skills, even though I invested a good deal of money in programs by reputable music schools and countless online courses. I had the DAWs, the plugins, the synths…I had all the pieces I needed to make music, but somehow I couldn’t connect the dots and produce a track I was proud of.

But a couple of years ago something strange happened: I developed a process that enabled me to finish tracks consistently, without major struggles, as if I had some kind of superpower.

So that’s why I created the…

 Bootcamp objective:

Produce a full length track in a month

What it is:

Four-week intensive group program where you’ll join a cohort of producers from around the world and produce a full-length track following precise instructions and guidance from the instructor (Alonso) in a safe environment with weekly milestones and accountability.

What will you learn?

• You’ll learn how to start and finish a full length track with clear, straight-to-the-point instructions and valuable feedback
• You’ll learn how to keep making progress in the production process without getting stuck on the details
• You’ll learn how to stay focused on each phase of the production process without becoming overwhelmed
• You’ll learn my simple and effective process for mixing with stock or free plugins that will maximize the listener’s journey you created during the arrangement process
• You’ll learn my simple and effective process for mastering with stock or free plugins (no expensive plugins required)
• You’ll learn my no-nonsense approach to creating an arrangement and crafting a satisfying listener’s journey that will keep the listener listening from beginning to end
• You’ll learn how to make music using free synths without paying for expensive ones
• You’ll learn how to quickly progress from an initial idea to a structured track almost effortlessly

This program is for you if:

You’ve been making synthwave for 6 months or more and currently struggle to finish full-length tracks.

Instructor:

Alonso Carballo – synthwave producer, creator of the Synthwave Dojo YouTube channel and the Synthwave Dojo online learning platform.

Time Investment:

10 hours per week

Program Start:

Monday May 27th (ends on Saturday June 22nd)

Enrollment Deadline:

Saturday May 25th

Program outline:

• Week 1
  • Objective: Create a Main Stack (8 bar loop)
  • Q&A Call*: Monday May 27th, 12PM New York / 6PM Berlin
• Week 2
  • Objective: Create a guided arrangement and additional parts
  • Q&A Call*: Monday June 3rd, 6PM New York / 12 AM Berlin (June 4th)
• Week 3
  • Objective: Mix your track
  • Q&A Call*: Monday June 10th, 12PM New York / 6PM Berlin
• Week 4
  • Objective: Create a basic master for your track
  • Q&A Call*: Monday June 17th, 6PM New York / 12 AM Berlin (June 18th)
  • Wrap-Up Call*: Saturday June 22nd, 10AM New York / 4PM Berlin

*All Q&A calls will be recorded and shared with the group in case you cannot attend. You’re welcome to send your questions for any calls you cannot attend.

What’s included

• Course content on the Synthwave Dojo learning platform www.synthwavedojo.com
• Private Discord server to interact with your peers and instructor to get guidance and feedback
• Instructor feedback on your weekly assignments
• One complementary group Q&A call one month after the program with the rest of your cohort
• Q&A Call recordings
• Synthwave Dojo 80s Machines drum sample pack
• Synthwave Dojo Vital, PG8X and GR-8 soundbanks
• Synthwave Dojo ebooks about composition and melody

Financial Investment:

• White Belt Package: $300 USD payable via PayPal.
• Black Belt Package: $450 USD payable via PayPal. Includes everything in White Belt plus:
  • • 1 additional group call for Black Belt ticket holders two months after the bootcamp
    • A 40-minute 1-to-1 mentoring call with Alonso
    • A personalized plan for improving your synthwave skills in the next 6 months

Requisites:

• An open mind to follow the methods and process shared by the instructor
• Intermediate knowledge of your DAW of choice
• Basic understanding of how to create:
  • Bass patterns
  • Drum patterns
  • Chord patterns
  • Arpeggios
  • Pads
  • Simple melodies
• Can create a simple 8 bar loop consisting of:
  • Drums
  • Bass
  • Simple melody
  • Chords/Pads/Arpeggios
• 10 hours of time per week for attending/reviewing the weekly call and completing your assignments
• A Discord account for joining the private group (it’s free)