Like the part-human, part-machine allusions of his nickname, Stefon Bionik Taylor is at one in both acoustic and electronic realms. As a composer, producer, multi-instrumentalist and collaborator who brings out the best in those around him, that Bionik theory works. Taylor has composed, arranged, and collaborated on countless records with […]

Katie aka Hydrah is an electronic music composer, vocalist, and classically trained cellist and pianist. Led by her powerfully indelible vocals, Katie’s emotionally charged yet melodic, driving sound is most inspired by house and techno genres. The unusual combination of her training and influences culminate in an unforgettable stage performance […]

James Patrick · JamesPatrick Shapeshifter PROMO MIX Spring 2016 Pt1 James Patrick is a sound artist, music producer, and educator.  He has been creating original electronic music works and events involving technology and live music since the 1990s. He is the co-founder and owner of Slam Academy, an Ableton Certified […]

J. Anthony Allen is a creator of things. Sometimes they’re related to music, but not always. He uses his background as a composer to inform whatever he sets his mind to creating, whether it’s music for an orchestra, a business, an app, a new electronic instrument, or ideas for his […]

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The Ableton Live Program meets 3 hours per day, 1 day per week, for 24 weeks. Registration to this class includes: Exclusive Ableton Certified Training Access to all 24 weeks, 3 hours per week, of the Ableton Live Program Free access to all (non-program) online content Access to our Private […]

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Book Studio Time Come down to our Northeast Minneapolis campus! Live stream from our DJ booth in Studio A! Or hang out in our Production Workstation! Teaching Assistants (TAs) on staff for help, feedback, and general support. Let our studio become your studio! Private Lessons Most instructors are able to […]

Questions? We are more than happy to talk about all the programs Slam Academy has to offer. Or just give advice on how to get that beat to quantize. Whatever you need. Text or call us anytime: 612-293-7526 Or, send general questions to us at [email protected] Or, use the form […]

Slam Academy’s Programs are designed to take students all the way to the professional level. Each program has been carefully crafted to give students everything we think they will need to be producing tracks, playing gigs, and even teaching music to others. Students leave all our programs with a mastery […]

Slam Academy’s Programs are designed to take students all the way to the professional level. Each program has been carefully crafted to give students everything we think they will need to be producing tracks, playing gigs, and even teaching music to others. Students leave all our programs with a mastery […]

Slam Academy is a multimedia art and music studio located in Minneapolis.  The space hosts events in many disciplines, including live music by national and international talents, and classes, lessons, and open time every week. The studio includes a generous four-corner sound system and plenty of space to experiment with light, […]

Slam Academy instructors are pulled from the leading industry professional producers, DJs, and educators. Whether they are teaching a class, or just hanging out, Slam Academy is the destination spot for the best electronic music talent in Minneapolis, Online, and beyond!All of our instructors and Teaching Assistants are members of […]

Slam Academy’s primary focus will always be on the development of the student’s potential. We value the worth and dignity of every person, the acquisition of knowledge, and the nurturing of democratic citizenship. Essential to the achievement of these standards are the freedom to learn and to teach and the guarantee of […]

Slam Academy’s Programs are designed to take students all the way to the professional level. Each program has been carefully crafted to give students everything we think they will need to be producing tracks, playing gigs, and even teaching music to others. Students leave all our programs with a mastery […]