What Are Private Music Technology Lessons?
Private music technology lessons at Cincinnati Music Academy focus on software-based production, electronic instrumentation, and creative composition. Students explore DAWs like Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Pro Tools, and FL Studio while developing skills in mixing, arrangement, and audio engineering. Whether you’re crafting your first track or refining a demo, CMA instructors guide you toward your musical goals.

- Weekly 30-, 45-, or 60-minute private lessons
- Focus areas: production, mixing, composition, engineering
- DAWs taught: Logic Pro, Ableton, Pro Tools, FL Studio, GarageBand
- Emphasis on studio workflow, creative projects, and track polish
- Projects: original tracks, demos, portfolios
- Flexible scheduling and no long-term commitments
What to Expect in Music Tech Lessons
Each session is customized to your interests and experience. You might work on beat-making, mixing, recording workflow, synthesis, or arrangement. Lessons are hands-on and project-driven — students complete original work under instructor guidance, while receiving feedback and technique training in studio best practices.
Who Are Music Tech Lessons Perfect For?

Teens
Aspiring producers and creators who want to learn professional tools and launch projects under expert guidance.
Adults & Hobbyists
Musicians, beat-makers, or enthusiasts who want to dive into the technical side of music — refine demos, build tracks, or produce independently.

How Private Music Tech Lessons Work
Placement
A short consultation helps match you with a tech instructor who understands your preferred DAW, style, and goals.
Lessons
Sessions combine guided instruction, project work, and critique. You’ll receive templates, session files, and feedback as you progress.
Progress
Milestones include completing tracks, submitting demos, or releasing music. Students build portfolios as they progress.
Flexibility
Lessons run year-round and on flexible schedules. There’s no contract — take breaks or adjust as needed.
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Meet Your Music Technology Teachers
CMA’s tech instructors bring studio and performance experience to help you build real music technology skills.

Joel Greenberg has been teaching professionally since 2002. He has developed a unique studio at the Cincinnati Music Academy which includes a large collection of instruments and music production equipment. Students have the opportunity do explore music beyond the traditional private lesson. As a performer Joel has toured nationally and works frequently as a freelance multi-instrumentalist for regional productions and performances. He is a graduate of the CCM Jazz Studies program, has taught at the college level, and is a co-owner of the Cincinnati Music Academy.
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Music Tech FAQs
Students age 13 and older, including adults, are welcome at any experience level.
Lessons cover DAWs like Logic, Ableton, Pro Tools, FL Studio, and GarageBand.
You’ll need a computer and DAW software (students often already have these). CMA provides studio gear during in-person lessons.
No — but students can produce tracks to release or showcase projects in CMA’s networks.
Sessions are 30, 45, or 60 minutes per week depending on your goals.
Yes — many students apply their production work in bands or ensembles for recording, backing tracks, or collaborative projects.
Filling out one of the below forms is not a commitment to start paying for lessons; it simply lets us know you are ready to get started.
Filling out one of the below forms is not a commitment to start paying for lessons; it simply lets us know you are ready to get started.