Elevate Your Creative Craft

Professional workshops in music production, songwriting, audio engineering, photography, video, finance, business, and more—taught by real industry experts to help you level up your skills and turn your passion into mastery.

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Our Workshops

  • R&B Beat Making Workshop

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  • Cinematic Video Production Workshop

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  • Songwriting Workshop

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Learn From Industry Professionals

The Teaching Room is a hands-on learning studio led by active industry professionals.

Founded by Umesh Sahajpal, a veteran audio engineer and music producer with over 25 years of experience, The Teaching Room is grounded in real-world expertise. His work spans major artists and national television, including BET, FOX, ESPN, CBS, and CTV, along with service as a multi-year Juno Awards judge and over a decade designing and leading post-secondary audio programs.

Additional workshops are led by experienced industry leaders actively working in the field. industries.

Hands-On Experience

Work with professional-grade equipment and software in state-of-the-art facilities.

Small Class Sizes

Maximum 8 students per workshop ensures personalized attention and feedback.

Career Support

Connect with industry professionals and access our network of creative opportunities.

Student Success Stories

"If you want to make your career in music like me, go check them out!”

Graham Smith, owner of Atreus XO Studios

“Umesh is a huge reason I can call engineering my job.”

Joey Roach, Cold Weather Studios

“If you wanna take your music to the next level and make money doing what you love.”

Matt Fagnan, Music Producer

What Past Students Are Saying

  • Person with a guitar in a home studio setup, featuring dual monitors displaying a digital audio workstation, audio equipment, and a smartphone on the desk.

    ★★★★★

    "It has been a privilege to learn from Umesh. During my time with him, he provided invaluable lessons and insights that transformed what I once thought was unachievable into something within reach. If you pay attention and take his advice, you’ll gain valuable knowledge that will benefit you long after your time together.

    Additionally, I made lifelong friends among the like-minded people in his classes, which was a wonderful bonus!"

    — Cody Slobodian

  • Man wearing a black cap and a light beige shirt against a plain background.

    ★★★★★

    “Umesh has been nothing short of a gem. He’s as honest as they come. He taught me how to properly write, produce, and mix, ultimately setting me on a path to reach my potential. Over the years, I've stayed in touch with Umesh, sending him demos, and he’s always taken the time to give me feedback—even when he didn’t have to. I truly appreciate all the wisdom and guidance he’s provided.”

    — Neal Alexander

  • Side profile of a person wearing a black bucket hat and chain necklace, looking up against a dark background.

    ★★★★★

    "When I started learning from Umesh, I wanted to handle every part of my projects myself, but I quickly realized how demanding that process can be. One of the most valuable lessons I took away was understanding that I didn’t want to be a mixing engineer. Instead, learning mixing and recording techniques helped me communicate my creative vision more clearly with my engineers.

    The work I created with Umesh remains the highest quality music I’ve made, thanks to his push for me to step out of my comfort zone. I’m proud of the results, and it remains one of the most valuable learning experiences I’ve had."

    — Noel “Trippz” Wysocki

  • Man with a beard and dark hair standing in a music store, surrounded by acoustic guitars on display.

    ★★★★★

    “I had the opportunity to learn from Umesh. Even within a few months, he shared years' worth of valuable knowledge. Umesh is a skilled audio engineer with a deep understanding of music theory, composition, recording techniques, mixing, and more. His teaching style gave us a solid foundation in industry techniques while encouraging us to be creative and find our own sound. I highly recommend Umesh to anyone pursuing a career in the music or audio industry."

    — Matt Fagnan

  • A person wearing a gray hoodie stands in a dimly lit area against a colorful graffiti wall, looking down.

    ★★★★★

    "The methods, beliefs and approach to music production and songwriting is above and beyond anything that you're gonna find on the internet.  You are gonna walk away with knowledge that you will be using for years and years to come."

    — JP Mandanas

  • Smiling person wearing a black cap and black shirt

    ★★★★★

    "Learning from Umesh has greatly improved my understanding of sound and audio, helping me develop better taste and enhance my skills as a music producer and audio engineer. He offers genuine constructive criticism, cutting through the fluff to foster grit and self-awareness. His wealth of knowledge benefits anyone fortunate enough to study under him.

    Umesh's industry experience sets him apart, providing peace of mind that you are learning from a passionate and professional mentor. He creates a learning path that plays to students' strengths while supporting them along the way to ensure their success. I wholeheartedly recommend him as an instructor and mentor."

    — Nilo Roman

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