Japanese Vocal Mixing Course
the Japanese music
scene as an Utaite!
art of vocal mixing!
Features
01 Let’s learn Vocal Mixing and Japanese Language!!
Honey Music School offers a Japanese Vocal Mixing Course as a 100% One-to-One Online Lesson Service via the Zoom Application. Communication, instructions, and conversations are primarily in English, but the lessons aim to incorporate as much Japanese as possible.
You can simultaneously learn both Vocal Mixing and Japanese!
【Recommended for the following individuals】
- Want to challenge mixing with Instrument track and vocal track!
- Interested in trying “Utattemita,” popular in Japan!
- Using many plugins but not getting better sound!
- Dissatisfied with the sound quality of self-mixed audio compared to professional tracks!
- Want to take Japanese conversation lessons at the same time!
- Want to engage in music activities in Japan!
Let us know your goals and your ambition!
02 Improve your Sound Literacy!
The theme of this lesson is “Improving Sound Literacy.” Join us to deepen your understanding of sound!
First, let’s prepare the instrumental track and vocal track of the song you want to work on for the lesson! Please note that we only support DAW files from Logic Pro, Ableton Live, and FL Studio.
【Required Data】
- WAV / Instrument track
- WAV / Vocal track
Additionally, we recommend taking the “Music Theory Course” to better understand the key of the song during vocal pitch editing (pitch correction).
03 Structured and Sustained Lessons!
Honey Music School’s Mixing Lessons are scheduled over 12 sessions, each lasting 50 minutes. Given the frequent homework assignments, we recommend enrolling with some flexibility in your schedule.
After completing the curriculum, you’ll have the option to apply your skills by mixing a song of your choice with guidance from the instructor.
During the free trial lesson, we conduct data verification, environment checks, and provide advice on purchasing equipment – feel free to sign up! Below is the curriculum:
| / | Curriculum |
| Free Trial | Counseling, Environment Check, Data Confirmation, Enrollment Guidance |
| Session 1 / 50 minutes | Concepts of Mixing and Mastering, Sound Placement |
| Session 2 / 50 minutes | EQ Processing |
| Session 3 / 50 minutes | What is a Compressor? |
| Session 4 / 50 minutes | Vocal Edit (Rhythm) |
| Session 5 / 50 minutes | Vocal Edit 2 (Pitch) |
| Session 6 / 50 minutes | Processing as Needed, such as De-esser and Gate |
| Session 7 / 50 minutes | Expression of Reverb and Delay Effects |
| Session 8 / 50 minutes | Approach using Parallel Compression |
| Session 9 / 50 minutes | Group Tracks and Bus Compression |
| Session 10 / 50 minutes | Balancing, Effective Use of Automation |
| Session 11 / 50 minutes | Adjustments to Master Track, Utilization of Analyzers |
| Session 12 / 50 minutes | Confirmation of Mixed Audio and Pre-Mastering |
| Session 13 and Beyond | Optional Lessons (Advice based on a different song) |
※Depending on the progress of the lessons and the number of tracks, it may be necessary to combine sessions.
04 Lessons Can be Video Recorded!!
You can video record your lessons! Use the Video Recording function in Zoom and save it (for PC/Mac only)
We ask that the video recordings are made on the Student side. Recordings using Voice Recorders or Video Recordings using Smartphones etc. are also possible.
※It is strictly prohibited to share the recording of lessons publicly to any third party outside of the Instructor and the Student.
05 Access Exclusive Member Services!
Students enrolled in lessons can enjoy exclusive services!
Currently, we offer the following four initiatives:
- Office BGM Collaboration
- Radio Program
- School Label Music Release
- Counseling Sessions
Video
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Monthly fee
| Price | 1 lesson / 50 minutes |
| 1 time a month | 6,500 yen |
| 2 times a month | 13,000 yen |
| 4 times a month | 24,600 yen |
| Price/Student discount | 1 lesson / 50 minutes |
| 1 time a month | 6,180 yen |
| 2 times a month | 12,350 yen |
| 4 times a month | 23,370 yen |
- Price is in Japanese “yen”.
- No enrollment fee.
- For those who wish to take 5 lessons in a month, we offer a plan of 4 lessons + an additional 1 lesson.
- Payments are only accepted through PayPal. We will send you the PayPal URL on the 25th of each month for payment (Japan time).
- Make-up lessons must be used by the end of the month following the originally scheduled month (Japan time).
- You may adjust the number of lessons each month as needed.
Process
Form
Instructor
KZ Chrome
FAQ
There is a time difference between our countries, what time can we take lessons?
Our business time is from 10am to 10pm. So please check Japanese time in your country.
When is your holiday?
From December 30th to January 3rd in Japan time. It is new year’s holiday.
Will I have the same instructor every time?
Yes, you will be assigned a fixed instructor. If you wish to change your instructor, it is possible. However, we do not offer a new free trial lesson when changing instructors.
How do I book my lessons?
After we confirm your monthly payment, we will send you the booking page. Please note that booking is only available after payment is completed. For more details, please click here.
How can I pay the monthly fee?
We accept payment via PayPal only (credit card payment is also available through PayPal). The payment link is sent on the 25th of each month (Japan time). For the first month, the link will be sent immediately after registration.
Can I take more than one course or choose a different number of lessons than listed?
Yes, both are possible. Please pay the total amount for all selected courses. If you would like a different number of lessons than shown on the price list (for example, 5 lessons per month), we will calculate it as 4 lessons + 1 additional lesson.
Can I reschedule my lesson?
Yes, if you contact us by 6:00 p.m. (Japan time) at least 2 days before the scheduled lesson, we can reschedule it for another day.
Can I carry over my lesson to the next month?
Yes, you can carry over lessons until the end of the following month. (Example: Lessons for December can be carried over until the end of January.)
Are there any opportunities to share what I learned in lessons?
Yes! At Honey Music School, we offer activities like joining FM radio shows, contributing to background music for shops and offices, and music collaboration projects with other students. For more details, please click here!
Can I take lessons even if I don’t speak Japanese?
Yes, you can! However, for some language-related courses such as the Lyrics Course, a certain level of Japanese may be required. Please check the course page for more details.
Are the instructors native Japanese speakers?
Yes, all of our instructors are native Japanese speakers.
Will I learn how to use plugins?
Yes! You will learn how to use essential plugins such as EQ, compressors, and reverb, starting from the basics.
Do you support all DAWs like Cubase, Logic, and Studio One?
Currently, we support Logic Pro, Ableton Live, and FL Studio only.
Can I learn mixing by using existing songs as reference tracks?
Yes! Please share your goals and any reference tracks with your instructor.
Do I need expensive plugins like the ones professionals use?
Not necessarily. You can still learn effectively with basic or free plugins.
How long does it take to improve my mixing skills after starting lessons?
Many students gain a solid foundation in 1 to 2 months, and then begin working on more advanced techniques. Practicing with different songs is key to building flexibility and real-world mixing skills.
Do you also teach mixing for Vocaloid songs?
Yes, we do! Vocaloid song mixing is supported in this course.
