Music production tuition
- EQ Music
- Jul 21
- 3 min read
Hi! My name is James / Vice beats. I'm a Portishead (UK) based music producer. I've been teaching music to people of all ages and abilities across the UK and beyond for over 15 years now. I specialise in teaching Logic Pro 11 (and earlier versions), and can help you (anyone from aged 6 and up) to understand how to make your own songs, using samples, live recording and digital instruments.
I listen, get to know you & what you’d like to get out of the sessions. I will work at your speed, and whether you’ve never made a song or you want to tool up, I’ll help you to make some great music!
After a couple of sessions, you will have your first song in draft form, and we can keep working on refining it, or continue creating. We'll work at your own pace.
Sessions work best weekly initially if you do not have access to Logic Pro at home. If you do then fortnightly is fine, and I will give you some self-led goals ahead of the next session.
I am also on hand via Whatsapp (9am - 5pm) if you want to drop me a message if you get stuck with anything and I can help remotely)
Below is various info that will hopefully answer your initial questions. When you're ready, you can book your intro session (or full sessions) via the Calendly link:
Intro session: £20 - 1 hour - We will look at Logic Pro 11, chat about what you do / would like to make and learn, and I will give you an idea of how we can work together (and what equipment I will bring to future sessions)
16+ (adult) session prices: £35 - 1 hour
£60 - 2 hours (longer sessions can be discussed, and are more suited to 16+ based on engagement and screen time)
Age 6-15 (junior) session prices:
£20 - 30 minutes
£30 - 1 hour
£40 - 90 minutes
£50 - 2 hours
(based on screen time, students under 10 would be recommended to have a maximum of a 1 hour session)
Block sessions:
Adult -
5 hours - £150 (= £30 per hour)
10 hours - £280 (= £28 per hour) Junior -
5 hours - £100 (= £20 per hour)
10 hours - £180 (= £18 per hour)
Travel:
Free up to 3 miles of BS20 6NA
£10 up to 10 miles of BS20 6NA
£20 up to 20 miles of BS20 6NA
Cancellations:
Please note that if a session is cancelled within 24 hours of the session time, half the session fee will be payable (I am self employed, so this impacts being able to get other work in)
Pre-decision chat: I understand that this can be an expense, and I am happy to have a chat over the phone / video call initially to say hello, answer any questions, and ensure you feel comfortable going ahead. I teach music because I love it, this is not a money spinner, and I want to make sure these sessions are the right fit for everyone involved.
Payment:
I will take payment on the day, I take cash, and can take card payments too (I have a Paypal secure card payment app - and can send digital receipts)
Online and in-person: I am based in Portishead, and happy to travel. Generally I find that in-person sessions are more productive, however online can still work very effectively, but does help if you have your own copy of Logic Pro.
Contact:
If you have any questions, or any issues booking sessions, please email me - eqmusiccic@gmail.com (with tuition in the title) or Whatsapp (9am - 5pm) +447793726363
James is not only a brilliant producer and musician, but he also has a gift for communication with his students.
He is kind, patient and a genuinely lovely person to all that come through his door.
His depth of knowledge in music production makes for an invaluable experience. Whether you are looking to learn from scratch, or to bolster your skills and knowledge, he will equip you with tools necessary to progress.
As someone who makes music and has assisted him in his lessons, I learn something new every time.
James was a really great tutor for my music mad teen, who ended up making a song for his Grandma for her birthday - he really knows his stuff, and went above and beyond. I would definitely recommend him.