Programme 01 · Beat Making
Become a CertifiedAfrobeat Music
Producer.
Learn to make professional Afrobeat records from scratch. Music theory, drums, melody, arrangement, and the full producer workflow — developed and delivered by Afrobeat Academy.
$1,000
Online · or 2 instalments | Physical $1,200 / ₦1,600,000
🎛️ Featuring MillaMix — Grammy Nominated Engineer
Programme 02 · Mixing & Mastering
Become a CertifiedAfrobeat Mix
Engineer.
Learn to mix and master Afrobeats records to commercial streaming standards — taught by a Grammy-nominated engineer whose credits include Burna Boy, Wizkid, Davido, Kizz Daniel and Ruger.
$1,174
or 2 instalments of $587 each
Afrobeat Production
Music Theory
FL Studio
Drum Programming
Melody Creation
Arrangement
Vocal Recording
Mixing Foundations
Producer Etiquette
Certification
Mavin Records Pipeline
Mixing & Mastering
MillaMix
Afrobeat Production
Music Theory
FL Studio
Drum Programming
Melody Creation
Arrangement
Vocal Recording
Mixing Foundations
Producer Etiquette
Certification
Mavin Records Pipeline
🎤 Industry Certified · June 2026
A Visit From Don Jazzy
When Africa's Most Respected Music Executive Walked Through Our Doors.
In June 2026, Don Jazzy — founder of Mavin Records and one of the most celebrated producers in African music history — visited Afrobeat Academy. He sat at the workstations. He went through the curriculum. He saw what we are building.
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Once dem don dry graduate, let me know — we sef dey look for producers for Mavin.
— Don Jazzy, Founder, Mavin Records · June 2026
That visit reinforced exactly why we are building this academy. To develop the next generation of Afrobeat producers — and connect them directly to the industry that needs them.
The Mavin Records Talent Pipeline
Graduate Here. Get Noticed by Mavin.
Every producer who graduates from Afrobeat Academy enters the Mavin Records talent pipeline. Don Jazzy has personally committed to reviewing our graduates. This is not a promise any other music school in the world can make.
🎯 Exclusive to Afrobeat Academy graduates
Why We Built This
Most Producers Never Learn the Right Way.
After building one of the most trusted Afrobeat production communities in the world — with over 60 sample packs used by producers in more than 100 countries — one thing became obvious.
Most aspiring producers were not failing because they lacked talent. They were failing because they lacked structure.
❌ Without Afrobeat Academy
Watching random YouTube tutorials
Never finishing beats
No feedback on your work
Copying without understanding
No mentor, no accountability
No clear career path
Never finishing beats
No feedback on your work
Copying without understanding
No mentor, no accountability
No clear career path
✓ With Afrobeat Academy
Structured 14-module curriculum
Live classes with real feedback
Professional mentorship
Understanding WHY things work
Industry connections on graduation
Certificate from Afrobeat Producers
Live classes with real feedback
Professional mentorship
Understanding WHY things work
Industry connections on graduation
Certificate from Afrobeat Producers
So we built something completely different. A real academy. Small classes. Professional equipment. Industry-standard workflows. A place where complete beginners become confident, hireable producers.
Choose Your Path
Three Ways to Learn at Afrobeat Academy.
Whether you want the full in-person Lagos studio experience, live online classes from anywhere in the world, or a self-paced journey on your own schedule — there is a programme built for you.
Online · Live Worldwide
Online Live Cohort
$1,000
or split into 2 easy payments
PAYMENT PLAN
Month 1 — at enrollment
$500
Month 3 — before Week 9
$500
Total: $1,000
- Live classes twice a week via Zoom
- Real-time feedback from your instructor
- All 14 modules — full curriculum
- Replay access if you miss a class
- Assignments with written feedback and grades
- Exclusive industry masterclasses
- Mavin Records talent pipeline on graduation
- Certificate of completion
- All course files, drum kits, MIDI packs, loops
- Student WhatsApp community
Physical · Lagos Studio
Physical Programme
$1,200
or split into 2 easy payments
PAYMENT PLAN
Month 1 — at enrollment
$600
Month 3 — before Week 9
$600
Total: $1,200
- In-person classes at our Lagos production studio
- Maximum 6 students per batch — deeply personalised
- Hands-on access to iMacs, MIDI keyboards, studio monitors
- All 14 modules — full curriculum
- Direct mentorship from Afrobeat Academy instructors
- Exclusive industry masterclasses
- Mavin Records talent pipeline on graduation
- Certificate of completion
The 12-Week Journey
A Complete Roadmap From Zero to Producer.
Every module builds on the last. By the end of Month 3, you will have produced a complete, professional-quality Afrobeat track from scratch.
01
Month One · Foundation
Understand the Music Before You Make It.
M01 — Welcome & The World of Afrobeat
M02 — Music Theory Foundations
M03 — Home Studio Setup
M04 — Setting Up FL Studio
M05 — Your First Afrobeat Groove
02
Month Two · Creation
Build Records From Scratch.
M06 — The Afrobeat Drum System
M07 — Applying Theory to Drum Patterns
M08 — Melody Creation
M09 — Sound Selection & Mixing Foundations
M10 — DAW Control & Editing
03
Month Three · Production
Finish Tracks. Build a Career.
M11 — Arrangement — Loop to Full Track
M12 — Vocal Recording
M13 — Producer Etiquette
M14 — Final Capstone Project
🎓 Graduation & Certification
12-Week Programme
What You Will Learn.
Three months. Three phases. Every skill you need to go from zero to a finished, professional-quality Afrobeat record.
01
Month One
Foundations
Before you open the DAW, you understand the music. Month 1 builds the foundation that every great producer stands on.
The History & Evolution of Afrobeat
Afrobeat Styles & Influential Producers
FL Studio Fundamentals
Music Theory for Producers
Afrobeat Rhythm & Groove
Ear Training
Home Studio Setup
Your First Afrobeat Beat
🎯 You finish Month 1 with your first complete Afrobeat groove
02
Month Two
Production
This is where you learn to build records. Drums, melody, chords, bass, arrangement — every element that makes a track feel professional.
Advanced Drum Programming
Sound Selection
Using Loops Creatively
MIDI Chord Packs & Presets
Melody Creation
Basslines
Afrobeat Arrangement
Hit Song Analysis
🎯 You finish Month 2 with a fully arranged Afrobeat production
03
Month Three
Professional Workflow
The skills that separate hobbyists from working producers. Recording artists, studio etiquette, and delivering a finished commercial record.
Recording Artists & Vocals
Vocal Production Basics
Mixing Foundations
Producer Workflow
Studio Etiquette
Completing Commercial Records
Final Capstone Project
Graduation & Certification
🎯 You graduate with a finished, professional Afrobeat track
Want the full details?
Download the Academy Programme Guide
A complete 20-page prospectus covering the full curriculum, instructor background, equipment, admission process, and what life at Afrobeat Academy looks like — everything you need to make a confident decision.
Production Software
One DAW. One Standard. Full Certification.
Every student — Physical and Online — learns on FL Studio. One software, one focused classroom, one standard of teaching.
FL Studio
Windows & Mac
The world's most popular beat-making software — used by millions of producers globally. Available on Windows and Mac. One purchase, lifetime free updates. Producer Edition: $199 USD.
Available in Physical (Lagos Studio) and Online Cohort programmes
One curriculum. One DAW. Full certification. Every student graduates on the same standard.
Academy Film
See the Academy in Action.
Watch our promo film — the studio, the curriculum, and what it means to train as a professional Afrobeat producer at Afrobeat Academy.
The Physical Studio
Built for Serious Producers.
Our Lagos studio is purpose-built for music education. Professional acoustic treatment, individual workstations, industry-standard equipment — and a maximum of 6 students per batch, so you always have the instructor's attention.
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iMac & Mac Mini
One per student workstation
🎹
MIDI Keyboards
Professional-grade controllers
🔊
Studio Monitors
KRK professional monitors
🎙️
Audio Interfaces
Focusrite Scarlett per station
Why Afrobeat Academy
What Makes This Different.
Feature
Random Online Courses
✦ Afrobeat Academy
Curriculum structure
Random, unstructured tutorials
14-module structured programme
Instructor feedback
None or forum comments
Weekly live feedback on your work
Class size
Thousands of students
Maximum 6 (physical) · Small cohorts online
Genre specialisation
Generic music production
100% dedicated to Afrobeat
Assignments & grading
No accountability
Graded assignments every module
Certification
PDF certificate with no weight
Certified by Afrobeat Producers
Industry connections
None
Mavin Records talent pipeline
DAW options
Usually one DAW only
FL Studio — Windows & Mac
Capstone project
No final project
Professional Afrobeat track
Masterclasses
Pre-recorded only
Exclusive industry masterclasses
Exclusive to Enrolled Students
Industry Masterclasses.
Throughout the programme, students gain access to exclusive masterclasses with respected producers, engineers, artists, and executives from the Nigerian and global music industry.
These are not panel discussions or pre-recorded interviews. They are intimate sessions — the kind of access that does not exist anywhere else in music education.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Selected masterclasses will also be open to non-enrolled guests at a separate ticket price. Register your interest below to be notified first.
🎤
Masterclass Waitlist
Be the first to know when the next masterclass is announced. Open to students and the public.
Is This For You?
Built for Anyone Serious About Production.
Complete Beginners
Artists & Singers
Beat Makers
Instrumentalists
DJs
Songwriters
Church Musicians
International Students
This programme is NOT for you if:
✗ You are looking for a quick shortcut with no real work
✗ You are not willing to commit to 2 sessions per week for 3 months
✗ You are not serious about developing a professional production skill
✗ You are not willing to commit to 2 sessions per week for 3 months
✗ You are not serious about developing a professional production skill
What You Walk Away With
You Will Graduate With More Than a Certificate.
A Finished Track
A complete, professional-quality Afrobeat record you produced yourself — ready to release, share, or use as a portfolio piece.
Industry Certification
A certificate of completion from Afrobeat Producers — recognised within the Nigerian and global music industry.
Mavin Records Access
Your name enters the Mavin Records producer talent pipeline. Don Jazzy has committed to reviewing our graduates personally.
Production Files
Every project file, drum kit, MIDI pack, loop pack, and PDF from the entire course — yours to keep and build on forever.
Professional Skills
The ability to work with artists, sell beats, start freelancing, and produce commercial-quality Afrobeat music independently.
A Network
Lifetime membership in the Afrobeat Academy graduate community — ongoing masterclasses, networking, and industry opportunities.
Second Programme — Now Enrolling · Taught by a Grammy-Nominated Engineer
Mixing & Mastering Programme.
A dedicated 3-month programme taught by one of Nigeria's most sought-after mixing and mastering engineers. The same engineer behind some of the biggest Afrobeats records of the last decade.
MillaMix
🏆 GRAMMY NOMINATED
Burna Boy · Wizkid · Davido · Kizz Daniel · Ruger
Grammy-nominated mixing and mastering engineer — nominated for his work on Burna Boy's "Higher." One of Nigeria's most sought-after engineers, with credits on some of the most-streamed Afrobeats records of the past decade.
3 Months · 26 Live SessionsTuesday & Thursday · First 2 weeks: 3 sessions/week to lock in the fundamentals · No conflict with Production (Wed/Sat)
Fully DAW-AgnosticLogic Pro, FL Studio, Pro Tools, Ableton — any DAW, any plugin. You learn to mix by ear and understand the fundamentals, not software buttons.
Online & PhysicalJoin live from anywhere in the world, or attend in person at our Lagos studio.
Maximum 8 StudentsSmall cohort, personalised feedback, real attention from the instructor.
Certificate of CompletionGraduate with a certified qualification from Afrobeat Academy — and a commercially ready master.
What You Will Learn
Month 1 — Mixing Foundations
Signal flow · Gain staging · EQ · Compression · Drums · Bass · Vocals · Hit Song Analysis
Month 2 — Advanced Techniques
Reverb & delay · Stereo width · Saturation · Genre-specific mixing · Referencing · Mastering fundamentals
Month 3 — Professional Workflow
Client workflow · Stem delivery · Independent mix sessions · Career development · Capstone & graduation
$1,174
or 2 instalments of $587 · Tuesday & Thursday
PAYMENT PLAN
Instalment 1 — at enrollment$587
Instalment 2 — before Week 9$587
✅ Can be taken simultaneously with the Production programme — no schedule conflict
Prerequisite: basic music production knowledge required
Burna Boy · Wizkid · Davido · Kizz Daniel · Ruger
The Complete Path
Full Producer Bundle.
Enrol in both the Afrobeat Production programme and the Mixing & Mastering programme and graduate as a complete, self-sufficient music producer — someone who can make the beat and mix the record.
✓ Afrobeat Production — 14 modules, 26 sessions (Wed & Sat)
✓ Mixing & Mastering — 24 sessions, 3 months (Tue & Thu)
✓ Two certificates of completion
✓ Mavin Records talent pipeline on graduation
✓ No scheduling conflict — programmes run on different days
$2,495 if purchased separately
$2,349
🎯 Save $146 — Full Producer Bundle
3 instalments available for bundle enrollments
Enroll — Add to Cart →
Both programmes · Two certificates · Complete producer training
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything You Need to Know.
Do I need prior music experience to join? +
For the Production programme — no experience required at all. We start from zero: music theory, software setup, and the fundamentals. Many students start with no formal music background. For the Mixing & Mastering programme, basic music production knowledge is recommended — ideally you can already make a rough beat.
Can I enroll in both programmes at the same time? +
Yes — and this is actually the recommended path for serious producers. The Production programme runs on Wednesday and Saturday, while Mixing & Mastering runs on Tuesday and Thursday. There is zero scheduling conflict. Doing both simultaneously means you apply mixing knowledge to what you are producing in real time, which accelerates your development significantly.
What if I miss a live class? +
Every live session is recorded and uploaded to your personal student dashboard within 24 hours. You can watch the full replay at any time. You can also post questions about the session content directly in the Module Q&A section of your dashboard and your instructor will respond. That said, live attendance is strongly encouraged — the real-time interaction is a large part of the value.
What are the class times? +
Class times for both programmes will be confirmed before the September cohort begins. Enrolled students will receive their full schedule and calendar links via the student dashboard and email. Physical students (Lagos studio) and online students have separate class times to accommodate both groups. Sign up now to secure your place and you will be notified of confirmed times as soon as they are set.
How do I pay and what payment plans are available? +
You can enroll directly from this page using the Apply Now buttons. Both the Production and Mixing & Mastering programmes offer a 2-instalment payment plan — 50% at enrollment to secure your place, and the remaining 50% before the third month begins. The Full Producer Bundle (both programmes) is also available. For payment enquiries or bank transfer options, contact us via WhatsApp on +2348122104424 or email hello@afrobeatacademy.com.
Will I receive a certificate? +
Yes. Students who complete all modules, maintain the required attendance, and submit their final capstone project receive a Certificate of Completion from Afrobeat Academy and Afrobeat Producers Limited. Your certificate is downloadable directly from your student dashboard. Both programmes carry their own separate certificate — enrolling in both earns you two.
Is there a minimum age requirement? +
The minimum age is 13 years old. Students between 13 and 17 are enrolled under our Young Producer category and require written parental or guardian consent before enrollment is confirmed. There is no upper age limit — we welcome producers at every stage of life.
I am based outside Nigeria — can I still enroll? +
Absolutely. The Online Live Cohort for both programmes is open to students worldwide. We have students joining from the UK, the USA, Canada, Ghana, South Africa, and beyond. The Mixing & Mastering programme is online only. The Production programme offers both a physical Lagos option and an online option accessible from anywhere in the world.
Mac or Windows — which computer do I need for Production? +
The course runs entirely on FL Studio, available on both Windows and Mac. Every student — Physical and Online — uses the same software, the same curriculum, and works toward the same certification. Physical students at the Afrobeat Academy Studio have FL Studio installed on all studio computers — equipment is provided.
What equipment do I need for the Online Production programme? +
You need a computer running FL Studio, a pair of closed-back headphones, and a stable internet connection. An audio interface and MIDI keyboard (49 keys recommended) are strongly encouraged but not mandatory from Day 1. Module 3 of the curriculum is entirely dedicated to home studio setup and covers what to buy at every budget — including how to avoid fake gear commonly sold in Nigerian markets.
What is the Mavin Records talent pipeline? +
In June 2026, Don Jazzy — founder of Mavin Records — visited Afrobeat Academy and committed to personally reviewing producers who graduate from our programme. Every student who successfully completes the Production programme and submits their capstone project enters the Mavin Records talent pipeline. This opportunity is exclusive to Afrobeat Academy graduates. It is not a guarantee of a record deal, but it means your music will be heard by one of the most influential executives in African music.
What is the Physical programme like? +
The Physical programme takes place at the Afrobeat Academy Studio in Lagos — a purpose-built production facility with individual workstations, iMacs, professional MIDI keyboards, studio monitors, audio interfaces, and full acoustic treatment. Maximum 6 students per batch means you always have the instructor's direct attention. It is the most immersive and personalised option we offer.
What will I produce by the end of the course? +
Every student completes a final capstone project — a complete, original, professional-quality Afrobeat track produced entirely from scratch with no provided loops or MIDI. By graduation you will have built the track from drums to melody to arrangement to rough mix, exported it as a WAV and MP3, and presented it to the cohort. This becomes the cornerstone of your production portfolio.
Who is MillaMix and why does it matter that he is teaching? +
MillaMix is one of Nigeria's most respected mixing and mastering engineers. He is Grammy-nominated — recognised for his work on Burna Boy's "Higher" — and his credits include Wizkid, Davido, Kizz Daniel, Ruger, and many more of the biggest Afrobeats artists working today. When you take this course, you are learning the exact workflows and decision-making processes that have been used on records that have collectively been streamed billions of times.
Do I need a specific DAW for Mixing & Mastering? +
No — and this is one of the things that makes this programme unique. The Mixing & Mastering programme is fully DAW-agnostic. MillaMix teaches the fundamentals of mixing: how to hear, how to make decisions, and how to understand what any plugin is doing to any sound. These skills work in Logic Pro, FL Studio, Pro Tools, Ableton, or any other DAW. You use whatever software you already have.
Why are there 3 sessions per week in the first two weeks? +
The first two weeks of the Mixing & Mastering programme cover signal flow, gain staging, EQ, compression, and the fundamental philosophy of mixing — the concepts that underpin every single thing you do in a mix session. MillaMix felt strongly that these fundamentals deserve more time than a 2-session-per-week pace allows. Getting these right from the start means everything that follows is faster and more intuitive. The extra sessions in weeks 1 and 2 bring the total to 26 sessions across 3 months.
What equipment do I need for Mixing & Mastering? +
A computer with any DAW installed, a pair of studio-quality closed-back headphones, and a stable internet connection for online students. An audio interface is strongly recommended for accurate monitoring. Studio monitors are ideal but not required — the programme covers how to get reliable results on headphones when monitors are not available. The most important piece of equipment is your ears, and this programme trains them.
What will I be able to do when I graduate from Mixing & Mastering? +
You will be able to take a multi-track Afrobeats session, set up a professional mixing workflow from scratch, process every element to commercial standards, reference against major releases, and deliver a mastered track that meets streaming platform loudness requirements. You will also understand how to work with clients professionally — delivering mixes, handling revisions, and building a career as a mix engineer.
Is the Mixing & Mastering programme available in person at the Lagos studio? +
The Mixing & Mastering programme is currently offered as an online live cohort. Sessions take place via Google Meet on Tuesday and Thursday each week. Physical attendance at the Lagos studio is available for select sessions — details will be confirmed with enrolled students before the cohort begins.
September 2026 · Applications Open Now
The Next GreatAfrobeat ProducerCould Be You.
Three months. 14 modules. Live classes. Industry connections. A finished track. Your name in front of Mavin Records.
Afrobeat Production · Mixing & Mastering · Full Producer Bundle