Master of Music in Music Production, Technology, and Innovation

The Master in Music Production, Technology, and Innovation explores cutting-edge developments and forward thinking techniques in music and beyond. While strengthening sophisticated skills on the most current digital tools, students are challenged to disrupt the status quo while inventing the future of music.

Through accelerated study of hybrid recording, music video production, sound design, musical app development, electronic production and live performance, students develop in-demand skills to prepare themselves for careers as artists, technologists, producers, DJs, electronic composers, educators, and software and/or hardware designers.

• Access state-of-the-art recording studios, equipment, and facilities.
• Choose from a variety of classes
• Create the next generation of immersive and interactive music media
• Develop a cutting-edge culminating experience project

Program Highlights

Advanced Studio Recording

Students spend ample time in our recording studios, mastering the most up-to-date techniques for capturing and manipulating sound. Students attain valuable skills in surround mixing, creating custom impulse responses, spectral repair, and complete control over pitch and time.

Digital Production and Design

Students get hands-on experience in music video production, sound design, synthesizer programming, and production using the latest hardware and software on the market (including Ableton Live, Max, ProTools, and Adobe Premiere). Students have access to our technology labs, recording studios, and scoring stage with the same hardware and software as any other top professional facility.

Live Performance

The music technology program encourages collaboration between students in composition, performance, and technology, pushing the limits of musical expression. Through interdisciplinary study, students explore the relationship between musicians and technology in live performance, creating immersive and innovative experiences for audiences.

We seek open-minded, ambitious musicians who want to leverage technology in pursuit of their artistic vision and career goals.

Ideal candidates want to:

• Gain cutting-edge skills in music technology;
• Apply new inspiration and possibilities to their artistic endeavors;
• Implement the principles of innovation to their craft and careers;
• Focus on developing and implementing new and emerging music technologies; and
• Shape the future of music.

Ideal candidates should demonstrate:

• Excellent musicianship;
• Facility with technology;
• Success in both artistic and academic settings;
• A strong work ethic, including prior accomplishment; and
• The motivation to make massive progress in one year.

The master of music in music production, technology, and innovation is a unique project-focused program that provides students with a deep knowledge of current practices and innovations in music technology, electronic musicianship, and music production. In the program, students learn hybrid arranging, composition, recording, editing, sound manipulation techniques, and live interactive performance systems. They also explore the art and science of musical innovation and case studies of transformative music innovators.

Students apply the principles of innovation to an advanced music project, which may be a technology-aided composition, a large-scale recording project, and/or live performances that may feature interactivity; multi-channel audio; digital visual expressions; originally designed instruments and systems; and/or musical applications for web and mobile devices. Other innovations that push the boundaries of music and technology may also be possible for this culminating project.

The goal is to produce a body of work that will prepare students for a career in music technology innovation, composition and production, interactive and mixed media, remixing, electronic musicianship, DJing, software and game development, live performance in solo and ensemble settings, and/or education. Upon completing the program, students will also be well prepared to adapt to rapid changes and new creative directions in the music industry.

Berklee Valencia has been included in Billboard’s Top Music Business Schools ranking of 2020 and 2022.

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

1. Create innovative music using new technologies.
2. Apply technology to the composition of music.
3. Analyze the properties of sound.
4. Develop critical listening and assessment skills.
5. Synthesize studio technologies and techniques.
6. Master MIDI and audio production technologies and techniques.
7. Perform electronic music live.
8. Integrate music and audio into software applications and games.
9. Generate and manipulate video in relationship to music.
10. Develop audio in the context of software applications (coding).
11. Take advantage of technology for professional network promotion and the dissemination of music in an innovative way.

Culminating Experience

The culminating experience is the final project that students work on throughout the year and present at the end of the program. Through the culminating experience, students make a creative contribution to, and/or define and solve a problem that exists in, the profession. This is a major part of the master's program and represents the educational journey students take over the course of the program. The final presentation can take the form of a research project, a creative work, or a practical project.

Berklee College of Music pushes you towards the next big step in your career, and the International Career Center (ICC) is one of the resources you have to help get you there. The mission of the ICC is to provide expert guidance, cutting-edge resources, and professional development experiences to help our diverse body of students achieve their career goals. Rather than acting as a one-time job link, our overall focus is on career management. We help you access available resources and activities and apply them to your career path.

Possible Career Paths

Getting a master's degree in music technology, production, and innovation opens you to a world of possibilities in the music industry and beyond. After graduating, many students work as performing artists, technologists, app or software developers, recording engineers, educators etc.

Accelerate your career at Berklee Valencia

Berklee Valencia is an unparalleled destination for those seeking a comprehensive education and opportunities in the music industry. As a student at Berklee Valencia, you will become part of a vibrant, international community, where you will receive a top-notch practical education that prepares you for success in the competitive music industry.

You will have the opportunity to engage with renowned industry professionals and guest speakers, attend networking events, and collaborate with fellow musicians from around the world. This creates a unique learning environment that not only expands your musical knowledge but also provides valuable connections and exposure to the industry.