MUSIC PRODUCTION & AUDIO ENGINEERING
CLASSES IN
EDMONTON
Hands-on studio training in small classes taught by
Umesh Sahajpal, a 25+ year industry professional who helped develop and taught the Digital Audio Production curriculum at Pixel Blue College.
25 + Years of Industry Experience
College Level Curriculum & Instruction
TV Sync Credits with BET, CBS, CTV & more
Juno Awards Judge & Industry Contributor
Small Classes with a Max of 4 Students
Hands-On Training in a real studio.
Our Programs
FOCUSED TRAINING. REAL RESULTS.
Choose the path that fits your goals. All programs are hands-on, practical, and designed to get you industry ready.
MUSIC PRODUCTION PROGRAM
Learn beatmaking, arrangement, sound design, and full production workflow using industry-standard tools.
✔ Beatmaking & Composition
✔ Sound Design & Sampling
✔ Professional Arrangements
AUDIO ENGINEERING PROGRAM
Master recording, mixing and a mastering with real-world techniques used in professional studios.
✔ Recording & Microphone Techniques
✔ Mixing & Signal Flow
✔ Mastering & Loudness
ARTIST & SONGWRITING PROGRAM
Develop your sound, write better songs, and build your career as a modern independent artist.
✔ Songwriting & Arrangement
✔ Vocal Production Techniques
✔ Artist Development & Monetization
| Traditional Schools | The Teaching Room | |
|---|---|---|
| Large classrooms | Class Size | Max 3–4 students |
| Theory-heavy curriculum | Learning Style | Hands-on, practical, real-world |
| Generic instructors | Instructor | Active industry pro with real credits |
| Expensive, long diplomas | Investment | Affordable, focused programs |
| Years to complete | Completion | Fast-track your skills in weeks |
| Limited real-world workflow | Studio | Real studio. Real projects. Real results. |
WHY WE’RE DIFFERENT
PRACTICAL TRAINING THAT SETS YOU APART
Student Success Stories
"I've been running my studio successfully for over 12 years. Umesh at The Teaching Room taught me everything — engineering, audio production, all of it."
Graham Smith, Owner & Engineer of Atreus XO Studios, Edmonton
"Umesh taught me everything I needed — song arrangement, music theory, how to mic a drum kit, mix a song, master it. He is a huge reason I can call this my job."
Joey Roach, Owner, Producer and Engineer, Cold Weather Studios, Edmonton
"Umesh is so knowledgeable in production, writing, music theory, and music business. He will get you where you want to be faster than you know."
Matt "4K Frenchie" Fagnan, Musician and Producer, Edmonton
What Past Students Are Saying
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★★★★★
"It has been a privilege to learn from Umesh. During my time with him, he provided invaluable lessons and insights that transformed what I once thought was unachievable into something within reach. If you pay attention and take his advice, you’ll gain valuable knowledge that will benefit you long after your time together.
Additionally, I made lifelong friends among the like-minded people in his classes, which was a wonderful bonus!"
— Cody Slobodian
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★★★★★
“Umesh has been nothing short of a gem. He’s as honest as they come. He taught me how to properly write, produce, and mix, ultimately setting me on a path to reach my potential. Over the years, I've stayed in touch with Umesh, sending him demos, and he’s always taken the time to give me feedback—even when he didn’t have to. I truly appreciate all the wisdom and guidance he’s provided.”
— Neal Alexander
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★★★★★
"When I started learning from Umesh, I wanted to handle every part of my projects myself, but I quickly realized how demanding that process can be. One of the most valuable lessons I took away was understanding that I didn’t want to be a mixing engineer. Instead, learning mixing and recording techniques helped me communicate my creative vision more clearly with my engineers.
The work I created with Umesh remains the highest quality music I’ve made, thanks to his push for me to step out of my comfort zone. I’m proud of the results, and it remains one of the most valuable learning experiences I’ve had."
— Noel “Trippz” Wysocki
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★★★★★
“I had the opportunity to learn from Umesh. Even within a few months, he shared years' worth of valuable knowledge. Umesh is a skilled audio engineer with a deep understanding of music theory, composition, recording techniques, mixing, and more. His teaching style gave us a solid foundation in industry techniques while encouraging us to be creative and find our own sound. I highly recommend Umesh to anyone pursuing a career in the music or audio industry."
— Matt Fagnan
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★★★★★
"The methods, beliefs and approach to music production and songwriting is above and beyond anything that you're gonna find on the internet. You are gonna walk away with knowledge that you will be using for years and years to come."
— JP Mandanas
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★★★★★
"Learning from Umesh has greatly improved my understanding of sound and audio, helping me develop better taste and enhance my skills as a music producer and audio engineer. He offers genuine constructive criticism, cutting through the fluff to foster grit and self-awareness. His wealth of knowledge benefits anyone fortunate enough to study under him.
Umesh's industry experience sets him apart, providing peace of mind that you are learning from a passionate and professional mentor. He creates a learning path that plays to students' strengths while supporting them along the way to ensure their success. I wholeheartedly recommend him as an instructor and mentor."
— Nilo Roman
