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An Alternative to College: Recording Connection in Bakersfield, California

Are you interested in music production or audio engineering but don’t want to spend thousands of dollars on a traditional college education? If so, then the Recording Connection in Bakersfield, California, might be the perfect fit for you. This unique program provides aspiring music producers and audio engineers in Bakersfield with access to hands-on experience and mentorship under the guidance of an expert mentor. Plus, tuition fees are much lower compared to what one would pay at a four-year university, making this an excellent educational option for those looking to break into these fields.

HOW IT WORKS

How It Works 

At Recording Connection, all students are paired with an experienced industry professional who serves as a mentor. Students get matched with mentors depending on their goals and interests so they can learn from someone who is passionate about their craft. Mentors provide real-world advice that goes beyond what you’d learn in a college classroom setting — and because each mentor has their own personal network, Recording Connection students get exposed to opportunities they wouldn’t otherwise have access to.

  • Get Accepted
  • Apprentice With A Pro Music Producer
  • Write And Record Original Music
  • Work With A Second Mentor
  • Study From Our E Book
  • Work Hands On In The Real World
  • Make Business Connections
  • Graduate
  • Job Placement

WE WILL SUBMIT YOUR MUSIC TO LABELS OR GET YOU A JOB IN A STUDIO OR AS A CREATOR

Available Programs

Ableton for Music Creators and Artists
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Audio Engineering & Music Production
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Hip Hop & Beat Making
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Music Producing
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Music Business
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Live Music
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Live DJ
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Advanced Audio Engineering & Music Production
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Advanced Ableton Electronic Music Production
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Ableton Electronic Music Production
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Ableton for Music Creators and Artists
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Audio Engineering & Music Production
VIEW PROGRAM
Hip Hop & Beat Making
VIEW PROGRAM
Music Producing
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Music Business
VIEW PROGRAM
Live Music
VIEW PROGRAM
Live DJ
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Advanced Audio Engineering & Music Production
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Advanced Ableton Electronic Music Production
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Ableton Electronic Music Production
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RIGHT NOW! Our Bakersfield Recording Connection students are learning in pro recording studios and learning directly from the producers that have recorded these bands….

Blink 182
Deadmau5
Beyonce
Snoop Dogg
Weezer
Eminem
Taylor Swift

Build your music production and audio engineering skills by learning with an industry professional near you.

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Locations, Locations, Locations

Students can choose from 300 Recording Connection studios/locations nationwide, or they can take advantage of remote learning options. With the remote learning program, students are able to connect online with their mentor via video conferencing and take part in sessions remotely, which is especially helpful if there isn’t a participating facility near them. This hybrid approach offers students flexibility while still providing all the benefits that come with having close contact with a skilled mentor.

If you've been looking for a way to drastically increase your skill and knowledge of audio engineering then RRFC should be at the top of your list. RRFC has transformed who i am as an engineer, and how i approach music as a whole.

Tyler Saxelby – Johnsburg, Illinois

Featured Bakersfield Music Production Mentors on Location or Remote

The Recording Connection offers something no “name” 4-year university or audio engineering and music production trade school can. From day one, you’ll be placed in a professional recording studio and receive one-on-one mentoring from award-winning producers and engineers.

With more than 200 locations throughout 48 states, you won’t have to travel thousands of miles for this immersive experience. You learn what it takes to make it in the music business from the inside alongside industry professionals. This includes recording, mixing and mastering, hardware and software, live sound design, and even business skills.

OVER 4000 REVIEWS

Yes, we have over 4000 positive reviews. Our students value the impact our programs have on their future. You learn from the best.

FAQs

The Recording Connection program offers numerous benefits over traditional college courses. Not only are tuition fees much lower than what one would pay at a four-year university, but it also allows for greater customization since each student receives individual attention from their assigned mentor throughout the program. And because mentors teach topics relevant to what is currently happening in the industry, students leave feeling prepared and confident due to their up-to-date knowledge and skillset.

Our mentors are industry professionals — all of whom have extensive experience at the top of their fields. Some have worked in the same recording studios with music’s greatest talents, including Jay-Z and Lady Gaga. Our program is elite. Students can look forward to collaborating with their mentors at a high level.

Most programs take six months.

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