Financial Aid and VA Benefits available.
Your Music Journey Starts Here
CALIFORNIA COLLEGE OF MUSIC
Turn your ideas into professional-grade projects. Every course is hands-on, every lesson designed to produce real results, and every student is part of a collaborative creative community. Whether you’re producing tracks, writing songs, or performing on stage, you’ll graduate not just with skills, but with a portfolio of work that proves you’re ready for the music industry.
Music Production & Songwriting Programs
At California College of Music, you don’t just learn about music production, you create it. Our Music Production & Songwriting programs are built around hands-on, project-based courses that mirror real-world music industry workflows.
In these programs, you will:
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Produce professional-quality recordings from concept to final mix
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Write and arrange original songs across multiple genres
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Master industry-standard DAWs, plugins, and production tools
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Collaborate with performers, producers, and songwriters on real projects
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Graduate with a polished portfolio that showcases your creative identity
Our Performance Programs
Designed for musicians who want to perform at a professional level. You’ll perform, rehearse, record, and collaborate continuously. Students are active contributors to CCM’s creative ecosystem, working directly with producers, songwriters, and fellow performers.
As a Performance student, you will:
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Perform regularly in ensemble and live performance settings
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Record and perform on student-produced projects
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Build a performance portfolio through real collaborations
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Refine your sound, style, and musical direction
Key areas of focus include:
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Instrumental or vocal performance technique
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Ensemble performance and band dynamics
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Robust music theory and ear training for working musicians
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Live performance preparation and stage presence
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Contemporary genre workshops and labs
From guitar, bass, drums, keys, and vocals to full band performance, CCM prepares you to perform, create, and thrive in today’s music industry.
"A Top Choice For Music Colleges In California..."
Scholarships
& Financial Aid
We offer scholarships and financial aid options to help make your music education accessible and affordable.
Dynamic
Programs
Whether you're an artist, producer, or songwriter, our certificate and associate degree programs offer focused training. Specialize in vocals, guitar, bass, drums, or keyboard to develop your performance skills.
One-On-One
Experience
Gain invaluable hands-on learning and collaborate with industry professionals to prepare for the real-world demands of the music industry.
