CREATE THE SONGS THAT BREAK THE ALGORITHM
Zurich’s only pop music school offering courses specialised in music production & songwriting on an international level and feedback sessions.
TAKE YOUR SONGS TO A PRO LEVEL
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TAKE YOUR SONGS TO A PRO LEVEL ✦
CREATED TO GIVE YOU THE TOOLS TO SUCCEED
The Idea Behind PopLab
PopLab is all about developing artists, songwriters and producers up to a professional level that can keep up with the international music market. The problem of Swiss pop music professionals rarely breaking out of the country confused us for a long time considering that there is incredible talent walking the streets of this country. Having long philosophical talks in our network of pop music industry professionals worldwide we have come to the conclusion that the standard of excellence and the versatility of creators which is expected internationally is not being taught in Switzerland. Here we are, ready to change that and show the world the caliber this country has to offer.
BY CREATORS 4 …
Producers
As a producer, you are responsible of getting the most out of a song and complementing it perfectly into detail. If you’re a producing artist making their own songs, or if you want to become a producer for artists you have to know what emotions specific harmonies, melodies and/or lyrics come with to produce a song that resonates.
Artists
Regardless if you’re an artist aiming to get signed or if you’re going DIY - You will have to start out as a DIY artist. We want to prepare you for this career by providing you with the artistic tools a modern artist needs to create songs that stand out of the crowd. Being able to produce hit potential songs will be the key to unlocking the next phase of being signed and moving up to those big stages.
Songwriters
The modern music industry is not only a digital landscape nowadays, but it’s best people are jack of all trades. When you’re writing songs, either for yourself or for other artists, you’ll need to showcase the potential of the song and convince others of why this is a hit. For that it does already need to have the production elements of a hit.
BUILDING YOU STEP BY STEP
The 3 stages approach
At the PopLab music creation is split up into three different stages. The one where you’re just starting out and gaining the confidence to create your first works, the second one where you start developing your own style and shaping your sound and the third one where you work towards reaching the highest proficiency and really polish your work.
Have a look below to get an insight into some of the subjects you will be taught in each stage.
A solid foundation (+- 48h of tutoring)
Created specifically for beginners and creators starting out. Get ready to set yourself up for efficient and successful songwriting and producing.
Finding your style (+- 48h of tutoring)
For creators looking to add further depth and find their unique voice. Shape your sound, gain clarity and grow as musician.
From good 2 great (+- 48h of tutoring)
Designed for confident writers/producers ready to push further. Refine your sound, polish your works and become a pro.
Times of tutoring per stage
Each of our stages is designed to be completed with roughly 48 hours of tutoring. This heavily depends on your style of learning and how much time you invest every week. Depending on the intensity level you choose of your course it possible to complete one stage within less than 4 months.
Our instructors are trained in adapting the speed of the lessons to your learning style and speed and will let you know about the time they think it’ll take you to complete a stage.
CUSTOMISED HANDS-ON COURSES
Course Durations
Our customised 1-on-1 courses are all built to last for four months. Within these four months you will receive 12 weeks of tutoring and 4 weeks of self study or if you are on holidays.
Intensities
Every person has a different schedule, different goals and a different way of learning. We therefore have created three different levels of intensities for our courses. Have a look below to see where you fit in.
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LOW INTENSITY LEVEL
1 x 2H/WEEK (24H IN TOTAL)
2’784 CHF
Perfect if you’re working full time and are looking to expand your knowledge in music on the side.
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MEDIUM INTENSITY LEVEL
MOST CHOSEN
2 x 2H/WEEK (48H IN TOTAL)
5’568 CHF DISCOUNTED TO ONLY
5’011 CHF
Perfect for students or part time workers. Are you a learner that loves to achieve their goal quickly and focus on what they’re doing? This one’s for you.
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HIGH INTENSITY LEVEL
2 x 3H/WEEK (72H IN TOTAL)
7’200 CHF
Perfect if you’re doing a gap year, a sabbatical or if you are a learner that wants to go places fast, yet with plenty of guidance.
Certificates
Each completed course will be rewarded with a certificate. The grade of your certificate will be chosen by our instructors that got to work with you for the last months and can judge on what level you have completed the course.
Requirements
Being able to play one or more instrument(s)
Having a laptop and have (or be willing to get) a DAW.
Be ready and motivated for the ride.
LET'S GET YOU CREATING
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LET'S GET YOU CREATING ✦
FEEDBACK SESSIONS
Are you a songwriter, producer or artist feeling stuck with the songs you’re working on and looking to get feedback and input to kill a producing or writing block?