PRODUCER'S LAB
A weekly audio production class for experienced beginner to intermediate producers
COURSE OVERVIEW
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10-week beginner level course
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In-person at Keylab
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Classes are 75 minutes long
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Open to musicians and non-musicians.
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No musical knowledge or previous experience with music production software is required to participate.
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Users with their own software and laptop can use any DAW for this class, but the main software we use are Ableton Live (any version), Logic Pro, GarageBand, and Soundtrap.com.
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If you do not have your own laptop, we can provide one for use (in-class use only) using Soundtrap.com.
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If you don't have software, or are using one of our laptops for the course, you'll receive a free Soundtrap account to use while enrolled during the course.
COURSE PRICE
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$750 if you pay in full
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$800 if you pay installments
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Producer's Lab is a ongoing weekly forum where producers will gain a deeper understanding of core music production techniques, create more advanced music and audio projects, and share and connect in a low-pressure, supportive environment. This audio production class is for people who know the basics and want to take their skills to the next level. It's the natural next step after Music Production for Beginners, but it's open to all experienced beginner-intermediate producers working in any style, with any DAW. There is no commitment. Book single classes, or buy a lesson pack for discounted pricing.
Production topics include:
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Creating song projects in your DAW (digital audio workstation software)
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Adding instruments and loops
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Editing audio
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Using MIDI keyboards and virtual instruments
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Exploring synthesis and audio design concepts
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Learning how to record live audio
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Using effects like reverbs and delays
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Mixing and finishing tracks to share
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Length: 75 minutes
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Duration: Ongoing
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Location: In-person at Keylab 94 Luquer St., Brooklyn 11231
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Day/Time: Wednesdays, 7:30 PM
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Max class size: 8 students per class
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Skill Level: Experienced Beginner – Intermediate. A natural follow-up to Keylab's Music Production for Beginners 10-week course.
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Requirements & Equipment:
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Users with their own software and laptop can use any DAW for this class, but the main software our instructors are familiar with are Ableton Live (any version), Logic Pro, GarageBand, and Soundtrap.com.
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If you do not have your own laptop, we can provide one for use (in-class use only) using Soundtrap.com.
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If you don't have software, or are using one of our laptops for the course (in-class use only), you'll receive a free Soundtrap account to use while enrolled during the course.
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Who It's For
The Producer's Lab is a budget-friendly weekly audio forum for like-minded musicians and audio artists who want to learn more advanced audio production skills, and to share and learn from other producers. The class is designed to keep you inspired and motivated to produce finish projects that you can be proud of, and hopefully make some new friends along the way!
Getting feedback and learning new skills from an experienced guide in a community of aspiring music producers and audio artists is an invaluable part of developing confidence and becoming the producer you've always wanted to be. If you want to level up your audio production skills in a supportive group setting, the Producer's Lab is for you.
How It Works
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Each class explores audio production skills, like synthesis, sampling, mixing, effects, etc., and then moves into solo work at individual audio stations.
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The instructor circulates for one-on-one check-in’s to help you solve problems, show you techniques, and give you feedback on your tracks.
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Classes close with a group listening and discussion session, where you can optionally play your work and get feedback.
Booking Your Classes
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Book single classes or purchase a discounted credit package
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Book into any open Producer’s Lab class for up to one year from the date of purchase.
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After purchasing your credit pack, click “use” on the credit to book into any open classes that work for your schedule.
ABOUT THE TEACHER
Matthew Ryals (pictured) is a NYC-based synthesist and composer-improviser. Described as “a sonic explorer on the frontier of experimental music” (Plastic Mag), Matthew’s music has been praised as “brilliant” (PopMatters) and for treating sounds “as if they were alive, breathing” to create something “truly immersive and unforgettable” (Beats Per Minute).
Matthew has released four studio albums and a series of EPs on Infrequent Seams, 3OP, SØVN, and Sound As Language, and will release a collaborative album with Jacob Sachs-Mishalanie on Oxtail Recordings in 2026.
An active performer as both a soloist and in group configurations, Matthew has performed internationally across Europe, Asia, and North America, and was featured on High Zero Festival in Baltimore and Ex Nihilo Festival in Omaha in Fall 2025. He has collaborated with such artists as Madison Greenstone, Robert Dick, and Michael Foster. Matthew received a 2025 Art Omi: Music Residency, 2025 Foundation of Contemporary Arts Grant, a 2022-23 New Music USA Award, and a 2021 IEA Electronic Media Residency.
A dedicated educator, Matthew teaches worldwide, including workshops for Art Science Connect at THE GRADUATE CENTER CUNY and Indexical in Santa Cruz, CA. He also co-curates Artifact, a Brooklyn-based experimental music series that was awarded a 2025 Brooklyn Arts Council grant.
WHY SHOULD YOU TAKE AN ADULT MUSIC PRODUCTION COURSE?
You don't have to be talented or brilliant to produce music. You just have to want to make music.
Most adults have at least a reason or two why they feel like they can't sign up for a new music production class. Do any of these sound like you?
"I want to write my own music, but I don't think I'm talented and it might be really hard."
"I don't want to feel like a little kid and make bad music that isn't as good as professional level songwriters and producers"
"I'm just too busy and I won't have time to work on my music production projects"
"I can't make every class in the course session, so why should I pay for the course?"
We get it!
Our music production classes are designed to help you create a strong creative and technical foundation with core music production and songwriting concepts and skills.
With some basic foundational music production knowledge, and the proper guidance on how to use that knowledge, most people can learn to write and produce songs well enough to have fun and continue learning about music and music production on their own.
Taking an adult music production class is fun. It's social. And at it's an affordable way to get on track with your music ambitions right away!
if you need help with your home music production equipment or setup, let us know and we'll send some recommendations based on your goals and budget.
We'll see you in class!