Ruta 5

Methodology

Personalized classes, tailored to each student
Hands-on approach from day one
Direct work in a professional studio
Development of personal projects
Integration of technique + creativity + artistic identity

Learning does not follow a rigid model, but is built based on each student's needs and explorations.

Locations

Ruta 5 Music School operates in two key cities:

Geneva, Switzerland

Santiago, Chile

Both locations function as creative studios and meeting spaces, where artists, students, and collaborators converge in an active environment of production and experimentation.

For international students, the school offers the possibility to design study programs that include accommodation, facilitating an immersive experience throughout the entire study period.

Team & Collaborators

The program is led by Dandy Jack and complemented by the participation of guest artists, creating a diverse learning experience.

These collaborations allow students to:

Be exposed to different creative approaches
Work across a variety of genres and techniques
Expand their networks and connections within the scene

Training Program

Format (adapted to individual needs)

2 classes per week

Duration: 2 hours per session

Mode: in-person at the studio

Contents

1. Fundamentals of Electronic Music

Introduction to sound and synthesis
Rhythm, structure, and composition
Critical listening
Historical and contemporary references

2. Digital Music Production

Studio workflow
Recording and editing
Track building

3. Ableton Live System

Interface and tools
Beat and sequence creation
Use of effects and instruments
Live performance and sets

4. Artistic Development

Building a sonic identity
Improvisation and experimentation
Preparation of personal projects
Live presentation

Studio Experience

Classes take place within a real production environment, allowing students to:

Work with professional equipment
Understand real-world creative dynamics
Integrate theory and practice in real time

The studio becomes a space for exploration, creation, and continuous experimentation.

Workshops & External Programs

Ruta 5 Music School also develops workshops and external educational programs, adaptable to different institutions

These programs aim to expand access to artistic education and build connections with diverse communities and institutions.

Formats

Intensive workshops
Seminars
Short residencies
Collaborative educational programs

Target Audience

Universities
Cultural centers
Art schools
Educational institutions

Introduction to electronic music
Production with Ableton Live
Improvisation and live performance
Sound art and creative technologies

School

Customized training in electronic music & digital art

Ruta 5 Music School is more than just a school: it is a space for creation, learning, and connection, where electronic music is seen as a living, experimental, and constantly evolving practice.

Ruta 5 Music School is an arts education platform focused on personalized instruction, studio practice, and the development of a unique musical identity.

The program offers a hands-on learning experience with Dandy Jack, where each student follows a customized curriculum tailored to their interests, skill level, and creative goals.

Classes are held in a one-on-one format or in small groups, allowing for personalized, dynamic guidance focused on achieving concrete results in artistic development.

In addition, the courses are taught in four languages -Spanish, English, German, and French- giving students the flexibility to learn in the language that best suits their needs.