40% educational discount
At Orchestral Tools we understand the importance of learning, and we know it’s not always easy. So to make it a little easier, we offer students and music teachers a 40% discount on all our collections, bundles, and instruments.
When do I qualify?
You study in residence at any school, music school, conservatory, university or similar recognized institution
You are enrolled in a music-related recognized distance learning course (part-time or full-time).
You teach music full-time or near full-time in residence at a music school, conservatory, university, or similar recognized institution.
This applies to both permanent and temporary contracts. You have to be employed at the time of requesting the discount and remain so for at least three more months.
As a student you don’t need to be studying music or media to qualify, and there’s no age limit.
How to apply for EDU status
Contact us and tell us which collections or instruments you want to purchase.
Provide current proof of eligibility (in English), like a scanned student ID, or a faculty letter.
Include your OT account name (email) so we can assign the EDU status to your account.
The EDU status will be active for one year from requesting it for all qualifying purchases.
Get in touch again to renew your status before it runs out.
Free learning with Virtual Orchestration
Just starting out writing orchestral music? Looking to fine-tune your MIDI mockups? Or in search of the secret sauce that transforms your tracks from hobby-level to pro? Check out Virtual Orchestration: A YouTube channel dedicated to helping you create better MIDI mockups—and ultimately better music. Hosted by composer Alex Lamy, this free series takes a deep dive into writing with sampled orchestral instruments, with a wealth of tips and tricks that you can use straight away.
Developed hand-in-hand with the faculty at Berklee College of Music, Virtual Orchestration offers real insight in a direct, fresh format. Alex and a team of special guests will take you through the creative process—from the broadest basic brushstrokes to the finest surgical details. So whether you're just starting out or already well on your way, this free resource will help you on your path.
Get started today: The first episodes of season 1 are online now. And subscribe to the channel so you never miss a video. New episodes every Sunday!
Total commitment: The Berklee X OT collaboration
Back in 2019 we announced our official collaboration with Berklee College of Music. We said then that this would be an ongoing collaboration, and we’ve kept our promise: We released the Berlin Orchestra together—a sampled orchestra developed specifically for use in the Berklee Screen Scoring courses. We’ve also hosted events at the campus in Boston, supported Berklee Online, and developed a free video course for virtual orchestration together.
We’re proud to have Berklee as a partner, and we’re looking forward to new ideas for the future.
Thoughts on modern music education with Harry Gregson-Williams and guests
One of the highlights of our last ‘OT days’ event in Boston was a panel discussion with Harry Gregson-Williams, Kara Talve, Sami Goldberg, Sean McMahon from Berklee, and Hendrik Schwarzer.
Watch the video for some personal insights on learning composition, speaking the language of directors, and dealing with rejection!
