In the Studio with MJ

THE SEMINAR

Immerse Yourself in Recording Studio Magic

Experience Michael Jackson in the recording studio, at the very heart of his creative process.

You’ll hear music and behind-the-scenes stories. You’ll see video and photographs. You’ll learn how Michael interacted with his team and how they combined focus and discipline with creativity, fun, and food.

Learn how Michael wrote songs, and how they progressed from the original demo to the album version. Brad will explain and demonstrate how the songs changed and progressed along the way, as they were edited, remixed and restructured for various dance mixes, short films and live tours.

Discover Michael’s vision and exacting standards for the sound and video systems at Neverland Valley Ranch – including his dance studio and personal listening systems – to give his family and guests an incredible experience.

All of this takes place inside an actual recording studio, for a full multi-sensory experience that will leave you feeling as if you were really there. Each seminar is limited to an intimate group of people, so you can ask questions and share conversation with Brad and other guests.

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In this incredible multimedia journey, you'll see, hear and learn things that will astonish you.

See Things You Have Never Seen

Brad had the unique opportunity to work closely with Michael in the studio on projects like Captain EO, Bad, Dangerous and HIStory. Additionally Michael utilized Brad’s skills to build unique music and video systems for his productions, personal use and of course his amazing home – Neverland Valley Ranch. Be prepared to see things on screen and in your mind that you have never seen.

Hear Things You Have Never Heard

The process of recording music with Michael was very complex, yet also remarkably simple and pure. Brad will take break songs down in a fun, easy-to-understand way that will take you “behind the scenes” of a recording session and explain multi-track techniques, vocal stacking, songwriting, etc. You will learn that while the team had the most advanced techniques at their fingertips, having Michael behind the microphone required very little in terms of electronic wizardry. As Bruce would say, “Less is more.” Your ears will never hear Michael’s music quite the same way again.

Learn Things You Never Knew

Michael was remarkably talented, driven, patient, kind, a perfectionist, trusting – and very funny. In a word – he was complicated. He was a terrible driver who loved to drive. He was painfully shy but loved to perform in front of enormous crowds. He tried to eat healthy but loved fries, popcorn and ice cream. He was often the first one in the studio and sometimes the last to leave. He would work for days on end without a break then disappear without warning to Tokyo or London for a few days. He wasn’t perfect, he wasn’t normal – but that’s what made him Michael.

Testimonials

“Brad’s seminars offer a fascinating, eye (and ear)-opening experience, in which genuine insights about Michael Jackson as an artist, a person and a friend, are revealed. I thoroughly enjoyed the warm, conversational approach and the deep well of materials. There were several goosebump moments. Brad puts you right there, inside the studio in those eras, and shows how the magic was made. I couldn’t recommend it more to both fans of Jackson and anyone who cares about music.”

Joseph Vogel

Author of Man in the Music: The Creative Life and Work of Michael Jackson

“Brad takes you on a journey that goes behind the finished work to show how it was created and the collaborations that made it possible. When he shares his memories of working with Michael in this seminar, Brad makes himself vulnerable, and that is one of the things that I appreciated the most. It’s hard to describe the communal feeling that is created in these seminars as Brad brings himself, his memories, his expertise, and his material before the group. All I know is that it is magical, it goes straight to the heart, and it has everything to do with everyone’s presence and trust in that room at that moment. It was so special to be part of that and very hard to leave it behind when the seminar was over.”

Marie P.

L.A. Seminar

“A glimpse into remarkable moments in time spent creating some of music’s biggest albums. The insight taken away will make you appreciate his music more as the passion of the whole team is reflected in their work … Michael’s kindness, humility and love of life shines through the many sources of media that are shared. Don’t miss this.”

Laura W.

Orlando Seminar

“In the Studio with Michael Jackson, is an experience I will never forget. Brad’s stories, videos, tapes, etc. bring Michael alive- if even for a short time- for us to see and hear his genius as he created all that wonderful music he left us. If you love Michael, and learning about his creative process is important to you, as it is me, one of these seminars is where you need to be.”

Jeanann L.

L.A. Seminar

“Brad’s seminar is one of a kind experience that is enriching on so many levels- professional, historical, personal. It covers all aspects of working with Michael, technical and personal. Highly recommend for anyone who is interested in the art of Michael Jackson, sound recording industry or simply if who loves music. Time flies there and you will want more!”

Lisa Z.

Chicago Seminar

“After my first seminar in Paris (2013) I felt the strong need to attend the three Madrid seminars (2015). They’re a hear-changing experience! After more than 30 years enjoying MJ music, I’ve got a whole new way to approach the sound of these master pieces.”

Toni A.

Madrid Seminar

“I’ve told it many times before, but I gonna say it again: ITSWMJ is both pain and relief. It’s like your heart is broken for 100 times and healed for 101. And you know what? It’s an amazing feeling! You can’t miss the chance to experience the Magic of Michael Jackson one more time!”

Valery G.

St. Petersburg, Russia Seminar