Production and Music Theory
The Advanced Diploma in Music Production and Sound Engineering is delivered over 48 teaching weeks, organised into three terms. Each term strengthens what you learned in the previous one and introduces new subjects at the right level of depth.
Through our progressive continuous learning method, modules combine listening, theory and studio work so that concepts are always tied to what you are doing with real music. You will not only learn which tools, microphones and techniques to use, but also why a particular choice works in a given musical or technical context.
As you move through the curriculum you will notice your work sounding more deliberate and consistent, and you will be able to explain your choices to artists, collaborators and clients.
Subject areas you will study
Across the diploma you will work the following core subject areas:
• Production and Music Theory
• Audio Engineering & Acoustic Principles
• Audio Engineering Tools
• Digital Audio Workstations
• Large Format Studio Operation
• Introduction to Live Sound
• Music Business and Management
Below, you can browse through a more detailed breakdown for each of the three term. By connecting these strands rather than treating them in isolation, the course helps you think like a modern producer or engineer who can move confidently between creative and technical decisions.
To understand where these skills can take you, and the career paths our graduates pursue, move to the Careers tab.
Production and Music Theory
These are the learning outcomes for this subject area.
You will be able to:
• Understand the underlying principles of music theory, including basic harmony
• Understand the fundamentals of arranging
• Understand the basic requirements of studio recording sessions
• Use traditional music-related jargon
• Interpret rhythm-related music notation symbols
• Interpret pitch-related music notation information
• Analyse simple diatonic compositions
• Analyse diatonic compositions with instances of modal interchange
• Categorise instruments according to ‘family’ (strings, woodwind, brass and percussion)
• Create four-part string, woodwind and brass parts for ‘pop’ songs
• Outline the necessary steps to set up a small live room for a recording session
• Outline the necessary steps to set up a control room for a recording session
Nothing like this existed when I started out - having access to this kind of infrastructure, resources, and a structured global curriculum makes a huge difference. Students today are genuinely lucky to learn the right way, in the right environment.
Karan Kanchan, Music Producer
Access is everything. Great training builds great skills, and the networks you build often shape your career. Bringing a globally proven curriculum here comes at exactly the right time, especially when the industry needs more producers than ever.
Vasundhara Vee, Vocalist
Had an amazing time at Abbey Road Institute Mumbai. The fact that they do these sessions every week, with one-on-one interaction, gives students real, first-hand access to working artists and practical insights beyond theory. Incredible what they’re bringing to the city, especially with focus on the business side as well.
Gulraj Singh, Music Composer
I had a wonderful time conducting a workshop at Abbey Road Institute Mumbai. It was inspiring to work with such engaged students, and I truly believe the institute is doing a fantastic job of nurturing the next generation of music creators.
Shazneen Arethna, Vocalist
Great to see music and production schools in India reaching international standards. I highly recommend Abbey Road Institute Mumbai for anyone serious about recording engineering and music production. I'm having a great time here at the Abbey Road Institute, Mumbai, one of the best schools of its time.
Ehsaan Noorani, Guitarist
Number one is that it's Abbey Road Institute Mumbai. Its arguably one of the most prestigious programs, and I also feel like, the resources that are available for the students are, you know, top of the line. So I ask them to exploit every single resource available to them because this is not gonna happen again.