Music Production and Management

Immerse yourself in the creative & business aspects of the music industry.

Program Highlights

Explore the major elements of music production, including songwriting, producing, recording, and editing.
Understand music industry management, including rights, royalties, licensing, and copyrights.
Develop your creative skills through writing, recording, and editing your own demo.
Learn how to manage artists through contracts, negotiations, and career development.
Apply marketing and branding techniques, focusing on artist brand and image, social media, building a fanbase, connecting with audiences, and more.
Tuition:

Residential Tuition :
$5,998

Commuter Tuition:
$3,298

Dates:

Session 1 :
June 22, 2025 July 4, 2025

Session 2:
July 6, 2025 July 18, 2025

Session 3:
July 20, 2025 August 1, 2025

Location:

UCLA
Los Angeles, CA

Course Overview

Summer Springboard’s Music Production and Management program provides high school students with a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the creative and business aspects of the music industry, with the added benefit of being based in Los Angeles, one of the world’s premier music and entertainment hubs. This location not only enhances the learning experience but also opens doors to unparalleled industry exposure and networking opportunities.

During the course, students will engage in songwriting, music production, and recording, while learning critical music business concepts such as copyright, royalties, and artist management. With Los Angeles as the backdrop, students can take advantage of the city’s vibrant music scene, visiting world-class studios, and learning from leading professionals during excursions and guest lectures.

By the end of the program, students will have developed both their creative and business skills, completing a final project (such as a demo or marketing plan) and leaving well-prepared to pursue a career in the music industry.

Meet your instructor

Charles D. Wilson

Charles D. Wilson is a seasoned musician and songwriter, with over 100 songs featured across commercial platforms, television, and film. For the past decade, he has been based in Los Angeles, where he’s collaborated with artists, digital influencers, and media makers, shaping music, entertainment, and socio-political campaigns.

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Topics you'll explore

Hands-On Learning


Students will explore and practice the main elements of the music industry throughout much of the first week, students will complete a final project such as a demo or marketing plan.

Career Exploration


Go behind the scenes and explore the significance of different music genres, see displays of fashion worn on the red carpet, and discover the history of music production at
the Grammys Museum. Students will also get to visit a real recording studio, where they will learn about music recording equipment as well as producing and editing demos.

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