Mentorship Program Was My Key I decided tot join The Mentorship program in Jan 2024 and it was just what i needed. I am really spending my bottom dollar on it too, and I'm still happy I am doing it. That said, I don't think it's for everyone... It still takes lots of work. I'd say this is like a top knotch gym and personal trainer to meet with weekly. The program gives all the tools and support serious producers need to train well, whether that's granular production tips or a helping hand over psychological hurdles. It may be expensive but that means the class size is small and help is direct. A personal trainer teaching a group of ten is likely to get to personally know each group member individually and offer specific advice in an much more effective way. I can't put too much emphasis on how much value is here for the right people. The energy, the support, and the knowledge have been so helpful to me and my music. This program is like a speciality shop with the owner in the store all the time, and a select group of like-minded, dedicated people you can work with, get help from, and feed off each others' passion. Monumental. (Orig: ill (and his team) are amazing. They're knowledgeable with really good systems for learning. Best of all, they're phenomenal people. They're easy to talk to, fun, and understanding. Any problems are easily talked about. I'd highly recommend.)

BA Elite Mentorship Program Testimonial Hello, I go under my artist name Kightzeareau with my music. I have been fortunate enough to be accepted into the Beat Academy Elite Mentorship program in early 2024, under the watchful eye of Grammy award winning producer Ivan "Ill Factor" Corraliza. The road to the mentorship program was a long one, I took up the Beat Academy courses back in 2021, learning solo, the foundations that Ivan provided with his courses, I gain the courage to voice the music that I have always wanted to create. With a couple personal singles and personal 6 song EP album under my belt, I finally took the plunge and applied for the Elite Mentorship program. I believed as much as I learned on my own, solo, I needed a mentor to help elevate me to the next level, little did I know that Ivan not only wanted to elevate me but also transform my music to the next level. Ivan is the consummate professional. Every student he takes under his wing will be catered too, with the goals that they have, but Ivan will challenge those goals to make sure you are growing. With a rag tag of diverse musicians around the world also on the call sessions, I got a glimpse of what the world of producing is like, and I not only learned so much from my fellow classmates, but was also had the privilidged to have career professionals in vocal training and mixing and mastering come listen to our calls and give feedback. The program gives as much as you give to it. Ivan is here to help you find your voice and guide you through the woods, not to do the work for you. I am so very grateful to have been able to be mentored by someone, who is so passionate about his craft, that he wants others to be successful in their craft as well. I can't recommend enough for any inspiring artist, at any level, to be able to take this course on their journey into making the music they dreamed about. Ivan has the experience, background and connections to backup and deliver to you the growth you will want in your music. With what I have learned in 3 months, probably saved myself years of headaches and self-problem solving by following Ivan's guidence in the program. I have plans to take what I learn and go out in my journey and see where it takes me. I have no qualms in taking this program again. Making and producing music is a lifelong journey. And having someone like Ill Factor in your corner at any level, at any time, I believe, will set you up for success and wins in your musical journey. Thank you so much, Ivan. God bless you and your good works you have done with Beat Academy and the elite mentorship that you have provided. In my short time in the program, I have no doubt, that many good songs we hear in the media, will be from artists and producers with links to Beat Academy and Ill Factors Mentorship program. Cheers to all of you on your musical journey. I hope to meet you all on top of the mountain!

Amazing training by an amazing coach I gained a lot of knowledge and had a lot of insights. the guidance we received every week was great. Ivan really cares about his students and freely shares the experiences he makes in the music industry. He is a fine producer with a great ear who can point out in a clear and concise way what the problems with a student's composition or mix are. We also had access to his massive library of training normally only available on the 'Ultimate Producer' course—free of charge. His openness and level of sharing are invaluable for someone who wants to make it in the industry. The course is perfect for someone who wants to acquire the knowledge to make it in the industry and be held accountable every week.

Ill Factor's Elevate program was Invaluable! Ill Factor's Elevate program was amazing! Not only did we get access to Ill Factor, but also other industry professionals that he has join. Being able to hear and see that caliber of experience, their mindsets, and approach was invaluable! I'm looking forward to the Elite program next year as well!

I really enjoyed this Program I really enjoyed this Program. Some of my huge take aways was to build relationships with people that like creating music like me and how important the Motif is to music. The things I would have like to have seen; that everyones music put into the DAW so we can solo the songs and hear the difference and make adjustments (like oh wow I like how this person kick or bass sounds etc; this would have been definitely helpful during mastering week) even though we got all of our songs reviewed, comparing the ‘sonics’ and others song choices a little closer would have been more efficient and effective. I believe one of the things that the music community ‘as a whole’ is missing is “yeah everyone can hear what plugin or vst that pro is using, but the sound selection and sonic comprehension is just as important” and that should have been the main driving point because how sounds are sitting and moving inside the speakers are what drives people to listen.