Since 2018, Armada University has grown into a premier online hub for aspiring music makers, supporting a global community of over 45,000 producers through educational content, remix contests, newsletters, and more. After a successful run in partnership with FaderPro, Armada University has now moved masterclass production fully in-house with its own dedicated platform—allowing for a tailor-made learning experience for the producer community.
Leading the platform's launch is a brand-new masterclass from Ferry Corsten, going deep into the sound that defined his career. After previously teaching '80s-influenced electronic production, Ferry returns to pull back the curtain on Gouryella, his globally acclaimed project, for the first time ever.
Centered around his latest Gouryella release, 'Marama', the masterclass walks through the complete production journey behind a modern trance anthem—from chord progressions and the signature Gouryella bass groove to drums, vocal processing, and final arrangement. It's a definitive, first-hand guide to the classic trance sound currently making a massive comeback on mainstages worldwide.
Across 11 chapters and over 1.5 hours of expert tuition, Ferry Corsten breaks down every stage of his creative process—from the first spark of inspiration to the final pre-master—offering a rare, first-hand look at the techniques behind one of trance music's most iconic sounds.
A free chapter is available now on YouTube, with the full masterclass available to purchase via the new Armada University platform.
Buy the full courseMaster the Art of Classic Trance Production
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