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If you’ve been waiting for a sign to get your music heard, this is it! 🔗 in bio to RSVP and submit your song⏳Thursday, O...
09/30/2025

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to get your music heard, this is it!

🔗 in bio to RSVP and submit your song
⏳Thursday, Oct 9, 6:15pm - 7:15pm
📍1550 N Gower st. Los Angeles

About:
On Thursday, October 9 at 6:15PM, we’re hosting a special Roast My Track session at IO Music Academy. This isn’t just feedback, it’s your chance to get in front of the people who shape the future of house and techno.

Join (Debosh Records founder, touring DJ/producer, and IO Academy graduate) and a special guest — a major label A&R — for an evening of honest, actionable, career-changing feedback.

Here’s why this matters:
• Get your track heard by an A&R who signs music for a major label
• Hear exactly what works and what’s holding your track back
• If your music stands out, you could be featured on the upcoming Debosh Records compilation dropping November 14!

What and how to Submit:
House and techno tracks between 132–150 BPM with original vocals only (no bootlegs or unofficial remixes). Send us the music that shows who you are! Submit by Free RSVP 🔗

We’re back in session this Monday in Los Angeles and San Francisco. Don’t miss your chance to jump into one of our music...
09/25/2025

We’re back in session this Monday in Los Angeles and San Francisco. Don’t miss your chance to jump into one of our music production programs or DJ courses this Fall. Give us a call at 323-694-6410, book a tour on our website, or go all the way by hitting “Enroll Now” on the site. See you in class! 🍁📓🎧

and her students at for their last class.🎧At the end of our 3-month DJ course, Spin Class, we bring our students to a ...
09/25/2025

and her students at for their last class.🎧

At the end of our 3-month DJ course, Spin Class, we bring our students to a real nightclub so they can feel what it’s like to play at a real venue.

Each student gets the chance to perform a short set with full lights and sound. ⚡️🪩🚨

If you want to learn to DJ, head to our website and enroll for Spin Class. Classes begin next week!

Shout out to for the photos!🔥📸

Free workshop 🚨 San Francisco Sept 25 • 7pm PDT🔗 in bio Discover the Art of DJing with Starfari at IO Music Academy!Join...
09/08/2025

Free workshop 🚨 San Francisco
Sept 25 • 7pm PDT
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Discover the Art of DJing with Starfari at IO Music Academy!

Join us for a FREE workshop on the fundamentals of DJing, hosted by San Francisco-based DJ/Producer ! This is a perfect opportunity for aspiring DJs and music enthusiasts to learn the basics from one of the industry’s best.

About the Workshop: In this engaging and hands-on session, Starfari (Ali Jafari) will guide you through the essentials of DJing. You’ll learn about:

-Basic DJ equipment and setup
-Beatmatching and mixing techniques
-Music selection and reading the crowd
-Tips and tricks to develop your unique DJ style

About Starfari: STARFARI is the stage name of Ali Jafari, a disco and mid-tempo producer based in the Bay Area. Over the past 20 years, he has embarked on a musical journey characterized by a unique blend of vibrant disco beats, infused with psychedelic and international samples. During this time, he has shared stages with renowned artists such as Folamour, Poolside, Tycho, L’imperatrice, Boys Noize, Franc Moody, Peggy Gou, Mindchatter, Polo & Pan, Madeon, Foals, Bonobo, Moon Boots, Tom Misch, and many others who have inspired him.

Why Attend?

-Learn from a Pro: Gain insights from Starfari’s extensive experience
-Hands-On Experience: Get practical experience with professional DJ equipment.
-Network: Connect with fellow music enthusiasts and aspiring DJs in your community.

Free Entry: No explanation necessary!
For more information, give us a call at 415-660-9094 or email us at [email protected].

Free workshop 🚨 Sep 18 • 8:30pm PDT Free RVSP 🔗 in bioThis workshop is designed for beginners who want to explore the ba...
09/08/2025

Free workshop 🚨 Sep 18 • 8:30pm PDT
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This workshop is designed for beginners who want to explore the basics of creating music from scratch in Ableton Live. If you’ve ever wondered how your favorite songs are made, this workshop is your first step into the world of recording and producing music. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and we’ll take it from there!About the Workshop: In this session, instructor will guide you through the basics of music production. You’ll learn about:

-The fundamentals of navigating Ableton Live
-Sequencing beats and melodies
-Arranging ideas in to full tracks
-Tips and tricks to get you started on your music production journey

About Dylan C. Greene: San Francisco-based producer and ‘C3DO Recordings’ label-owner Dylan C. Greene emerged in the electronic scene during 2021, gaining recognition through remix competitions and collaborations within online music communities. His official remix for Disclosure’s ‘Never Enough’ led to releases on labels such as Kitsuné Musique and True Romance and remixes for artists like Lion Babe and Pat Lok.

Why Attend?

-Learn from a Pro: Gain insights from Dylan C. Greene’s extensive experience.
-Network: Connect with fellow music enthusiasts and aspiring DJs in your community.

Free Entry: No explanation necessary!
For more information, give us a call at 415-660-9094 or email us at [email protected].

Free workshop 🚨RSVP link in bio 🎤Monday, Sept 22, 7pm - 9pm Join Mae & Maru for an interactive workshop on helping singe...
09/04/2025

Free workshop 🚨RSVP link in bio 🎤

Monday, Sept 22, 7pm - 9pm

Join Mae & Maru for an interactive workshop on helping singers shine in the studio. Blending vocal psychology, speech science, and performance coaching, they’ll share practical tools to overcome nerves, unlock authentic emotion, and capture magical takes every time!

Workshop Topics:
-Balancing Technique & Emotion: what really makes a vocal recording shine
-Vocal Psychology 101: spotting and quieting the inner critic in the studio
-Science of the Voice: breath, articulation, and fatigue explained
-Coaching for Confidence: grounding nervous singers and shifting energy in real time
-Producing for Emotion: guiding artists beyond “perfect takes” toward authentic performances

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Mae Nye, founder of Speech by Mae, is a licensed speech-language pathologist with 15 years of experience working with kids and adults. She specializes in speech and voice techniques that help clients reach their highest communication and performance goals. Mae’s therapeutic approach is rooted in whole-person care—body, mind, and spirit—and she believes learning only happens through human connection, validation, and trust.In her free time, Mae enjoys pilates, snowboarding, karaoke, relaxing with her family, and snuggling her dogs.

Maru Retana is the creator of Vocal Psychology®, a method that combines voice, performance, and mindset coaching to help artists sound and feel their best. She began her career as a psychologist in the Netherlands before becoming a signed singer-songwriter with Sony Music Publishing. Having lived on both sides of the mic—as a performer and now as a coach—Maru works with artists from semi-professionals to Grammy-winning talent, specializing in guiding vocalists through high-pressure studio moments.In her free time, Maru loves getting her 10,000 steps in, tackling her endless to-do list, and taste-testing Mae’s cocktails.

Free workshop 🚨Monday, September 15, 7pm - 9pm 🔗 in bio Learn how to transform your guitar into a versatile production a...
08/21/2025

Free workshop 🚨Monday, September 15, 7pm - 9pm
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Learn how to transform your guitar into a versatile production and performance instrument. This free 2-hr workshop demonstrates creative recording techniques, experimental and practical effects processing, and performance tools for the studio and the stage. No prior Ableton experience required.

About Ryan:

Ryan is a musician, teacher, and producer committed to helping artists begin and complete meaningful work. He’s released six albums, several EPs, collaborated extensively, and played hundreds of shows, most recently at Treefort Music Fest and Gold Diggers. His teaching approach grows out of years spent writing, producing, and performing, combined with a background in writing and visual art that shapes how he thinks about aesthetics, purpose, and process.

Free workshop 🚨Advanced Music Theory with IO Music Academy LAMonday, Aug, 18th 7pm - 9pmFree RSVP 🔗Take your songwritin...
08/05/2025

Free workshop 🚨Advanced Music Theory with
IO Music Academy LA
Monday, Aug, 18th 7pm - 9pm
Free RSVP 🔗

Take your songwriting and production to the next level with this in-depth workshop led by producer and multi-instrumentalist Perfect for producers and musicians who already understand the basics, this session will explore advanced harmonic concepts to help you write richer, more compelling music.

Topics include:

-A quick refresher on foundational music theory
-Deep dive into chord progressions and the use of borrowed chords
-How to build and play jazz-inspired chords using 7ths, 9ths, 11ths, and 13ths
-Understanding and applying musical modes in your compositions

About 9 Theory:

9 Theory is the solo music project of the eclectic LA-based singer/songwriter, beat-maker, remixer, and producer, Gabe Lehner. With a passion for making music bordering on obsession, and a love and appreciation for all genres, 9 Theory fuses together phat beats, catchy melodies, beautiful sonic textures, and creative soundscapes around a foundation that blends electronic, hip-hop, and indie rock into a fresh sound.

Free workshop 🚨IO Music Academy LA DJing 101 with Monday, Aug 25th, 7pm - 9pmFree RSVP 🔗Join IO Academy graduate, touri...
08/05/2025

Free workshop 🚨IO Music Academy LA
DJing 101 with
Monday, Aug 25th, 7pm - 9pm
Free RSVP 🔗

Join IO Academy graduate, touring artist, and label owner (Insomniac, Revealed, We Are Brave) for a free introductory workshop on DJing.

No stranger to stages of any size—from gritty raves to massive festivals—ZLATA cut her teeth in the LA underground and quickly rose to command the world’s most discerning dancefloors. She’s supported industry heavyweights like Eli Brown, Reinier Zonneveld, Bart Skils, and Layton Giordani at iconic venues including Ultra, KitKat Club, HOR, Avant Gardner, Sound, and Exchange.

Workshop topics:

-Gear essentials
-Building and organizing your music library
-Where to find music
-Making playlists
-Beat-matching
-Transitions

About ZLATA:

ZLATA has supported industry heavyweights such as Eli Brown, Bart Skils, Reinier Zonneveld, and Basement Jaxx. Her recent releases on labels like Insomniac, Filth on Acid, In the Mood, and Femme House Records radiate a deep, dark, and irresistibly captivating energy, establishing her as a formidable presence across the electronic music scene. From underground clubs to massive stages like Avant Gardner, Echostage, Sound Nightclub, and Ultra Music Festival, ZLATA commands every dance floor with a sound that is both unapologetically feminine and powerfully intense. Whether performing at intimate gatherings or high-energy festivals, her vibrant personality and distinctive style leave a lasting impression.

🏠🎵 Learn the production techniques behind your favorite house tracks with . In this 4-week production bootcamp, Dylan wi...
08/05/2025

🏠🎵 Learn the production techniques behind your favorite house tracks with .

In this 4-week production bootcamp, Dylan will be doing a deep dive on all things house music. Topics include history, rhythm, harmony, sampling, sound design, and arrangement.

Not only is Dylan our lead instructor in San Francisco, but he runs his own label, just dropped his first vinyl, and has remixed the likes of Disclosure and Lion Babe.

Enroll Now at the 🔗 Class starts Aug 28th

Free workshop 🚨IO Music Academy Los Angeles Rekordbox workshop with .after.hours Monday, Aug 11, 7pm - 9pm Free RSVP lin...
07/31/2025

Free workshop 🚨IO Music Academy Los Angeles
Rekordbox workshop with .after.hours
Monday, Aug 11, 7pm - 9pm
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About the workshop:
Join us for an exclusive workshop designed for DJs who want to level up their Rekordbox game. Whether you’re brand new to the software or looking to tighten up your organization, Adam will walk you through best practices for prepping and performing with Rekordbox. Learn how to stay creative while keeping your digital crates tight and ready for any gig.

Workshop Topics:
-Smart Organization & Crate Structuring
-Tagging & Color Coding for Flow
-Beatgridding & Cue Point Hacks
-Exporting for USB & Cloud Sync
-Rekordbox Performance Mode Tips

About Adam After Hours:
Adam After Hours is the new moniker of Los Angeles-based producer Adam Weimann. His self-described “tender rave music” captures the raw emotion of late-night dance floors and the hazy intimacy of early-morning afters—blending dreamy synths, clever vocal sampling, and adventurous arrangements to explore both the highs of the rave and the comedown of the after party.

His debut album, I Have Places in High Friends, dropped last year on limited-edition red vinyl, earning support from BBC Radio 1, KCRW, Kiss FM, and some of his favorite DJs. In the Fall of 2024, he debuted his live set at CRSSD Festival in San Diego, a milestone in his evolution as an artist.

Before launching Adam After Hours, Adam spent years DJing and releasing music as Joluca, his duo project with fellow Canadian David Assaly. Joluca’s music has landed on labels such as Club Bad, Fool’s Gold, Desert Hearts, and IN / ROTATION, leading to performances at iconic festivals such as Bass Coast, EDC, and Shambhala.

Free workshop IO Music Academy LA 🚨Getting Started in Ableton Live with Monday, Aug 18th, 1pm - 3pmFree RSVP link in bi...
07/30/2025

Free workshop IO Music Academy LA 🚨
Getting Started in Ableton Live with
Monday, Aug 18th, 1pm - 3pm
Free RSVP link in bio 🎧

About the workshop:
This workshop is designed for beginners who want to explore the basics of creating music from scratch in Ableton Live. If you’ve ever wondered how your favorite songs are made, this workshop is your first step into the world of recording and producing music. No experience needed, just bring your curiosity and we’ll take it from there!

About Josh:
Josh is a seasoned session keys and sax player with a solid background in music education. As a session producer, he has collaborated with independent artists and industry names, including Konvict Muzik. With a keen ear for detail and a passion for authentic sound, Josh brings both technical expertise and creative insight to every project. Join his workshop for a hands-on experience in learning about the music production process.

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1550 N Gower
Los Angeles, CA
90028

Opening Hours

Monday 1pm - 7pm
Tuesday 2:30pm - 10:30pm
Wednesday 2:30pm - 10:30pm
Thursday 2:30pm - 10:30pm
Sunday 2:30pm - 4pm

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+13236946410

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IO Music Academy is a Los Angeles based music production focused on creativity, connection, and collaboration. Our mission is to provide high-quality and engaging music education built on strong fundamentals and a growth mindset.