SUMMER2026
SONGWRITING | PRODUCTION
ENGINEERING | MANAGEMENT
THE EXPERIENCE
The LA Music Industry Academy provides aspiring artists the opportunity to learn from the industry's leading professionals in the areas of production, engineering, and management. Participants will work in Paramount Recording Studios and learn basic, advanced, and expert techniques in the areas of recording and analog/digital audio production. Additionally, participants will learn from leading producers on the methods of songwriting, arranging, and marketing their music. Furthermore, representatives of LA-based management companies will be giving seminars on the business side of the music industry. The small class size enables individualized instruction and provides the opportunity to work in premier studios equipped with state-of-the-art equipment.
The Faculty
The Faculty
 Ariel ChobazDescription Text About Ariel |  Esjay Jones |  William Malpede |  Nicole Simon |
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 Jeremy Nathan Tisser |  Nathalie Bonin |  Michael Welsh |  Edwin Wendler |
 Peter Hackman |
The Faculty
Mix Engineer, LAMISA Artistic Director
What Will You Learn?
The Locations
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, you must be at least 18 years of age and have a passion for music-making. Interested applicants should submit a one-page Statement of Interest, which should detail their professional career goals, what they hope to gain from the program, and how this program will benefit them professionally. Applicants will have the option to submit original media, including an original song or mix. You will also have to select which session you prefer to attend. Due to the high level of interest in the program, we ask that you select up to three options. After making your application payment through PayPal, we will contact you in three to five business days to conduct a phone interview. This enables us to ensure that your experience is worthwhile and meaningful. Click the button below to apply now.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
As a participant in the LA Music Industry Summer Academy, you’ll attend daily classes in music production, recording, and music business/management. You’ll work with state-of-the-art equipment at Paramount Recording Studios and learn directly from industry leaders. Throughout the program, you’ll contribute to original projects that are produced, recorded, mixed, and mastered under the guidance of our exceptional faculty.
SONGWRITING CONTRACT
All participants are required to sign a contract regarding the rights to all materials composed during LAMISA. This contract ensures that every student, as well as LAMISA, is protected and receives any publishing earnings. Participants typically compose 2-4 songs during the program. For more details, click here.
DATES | SUMMER 2026
LAMISA is a two-weeks length program:
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July 12th - 24th, 2025
PROGRAM FEE | $4,750
Includes:
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Access to Paramount Recording Studios
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Instructional Faculty
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Cultural Excursions
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Housing (If you opt out you will save $425)
SCHOLARSHIPS
consisting of 250 - 500 words is necessary to be considered for a scholarship. The essay should include information regarding where the applicant envisions themselves in the music industry in the next five years and how the scholarship will help them achieve these goals. Scholarships are awarded between $500 and $ 1,500. Scholarship essays should be sent after the applicant completes an application and emailed to: lamisa.info@gmail.com
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who can apply to the academy?
Anyone who has interest in the music industry is eligible to apply. You must be at least 18 years of age.
How do I apply to the academy?
Click the link below to apply. You should include a statement of interest and it is optional to send us a recording of your original music of you performing your instrument.
How should I submit my original work or performing?
You should upload your original work or performance to GoogleDrive, DropBox, or another shareable paltform, and send us a downloadable link for us to view.
When is the application due?
Applications close on April 15th. You can apply anytime prior to April 15th. If the application has closed, and you are still interested in attending, please contact us directly.
How do I make payments?
Payments can made electronically or by check.
Which airport should I fly into?
You should fly into Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
My band would like to apply, can we do that?
If you would like to apply as a group, then please contact us directly.
How many people are in each program?
Each program will consist of no more than 20. We prefer to keep the class size small so each participant gets close instruction.