Music Production, Theory, and Composition
The Conservatory is privileged to have several composers among its faculty members and offers individual lessons in 30, 45, and 60-minute lengths, depending on student need and teacher recommendation.
Meet Our Music Production, Theory, and Composition Faculty
-
Kathryn Eames
PianoMusic Production, Theory, and CompositionAdult StudiesChamber MusicPiano -
Nic Gerpe
PianoMusic Production, Theory, and CompositionAdult Studies -
Renee Gilormini
PianoYoung MusiciansMusic Production, Theory, and Composition -
Vatché Mankerian
PianoAdult StudiesPianoMusic Production, Theory, and Composition -
Joshua Tan
PianoMusic Production, Theory, and Composition -
Ruby Wang
PianoMusic Production, Theory, and Composition -
Alexander Zhu
Music Production, Theory, and Composition Department ChairPianoMusic Production, Theory, and Composition
Music Production
June 23 – 27, 2025
Monday – Friday: 1:30 – 4:00 pm
Instructor: Dr. Alexander Zhu
Tuition: $550
Set in our brand new, state-of-the-art music technology lab, this course offers an introduction to the world of music production using industry-standard software Logic Pro. Students learn the fundamentals of MIDI, editing, and mixing audio, as well as explore creative techniques for building their own digital tracks. By the end of the week, students have gained hands-on experience using a digital audio workstation (DAW) to create a complete musical project.
Ages 12+ are invited to enroll. Please contact the PCM office at music@pasadenaconservatory.org or 626.683.3355 for more information.
June 23 – 27, 2025
Monday – Friday: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Instructor: Dr. Alexander Zhu
Tuition: $550
Learn the fundamentals of music composition in this fast-paced course! Students explore the essentials of creating music, generating and organizing ideas, notating melodies, and writing for instruments—all while developing their unique musical voice. Each student will compose an original piece using music notation software.
Ages 12+ are invited to enroll. Please contact the PCM office at music@pasadenaconservatory.org or 626.683.3355 for more information.
June 23 – 27, 2025
Monday – Friday: 9:00 – 10:00 am
Instructor: Dr. Alexander Zhu
Tuition: $160
This class covers essential music theory concepts used in music production. Students explore foundational topics such as scales, chords, and harmony, and learn how to apply these principles when creating original beats, songs, and arrangements.
Ages 12+ are invited to enroll. Please contact the PCM office at music@pasadenaconservatory.org or 626.683.3355 for more information.
Youth Theory
June 10 – July 15, 2025
Tuesdays: 5:30 – 6:00 pm
Instructor: Renee Gilormini
Tuition: $120
This course is designed for students who have completed Theory Prep through Level 3. It reviews concepts learned in previous classes to prepare students for the fall.