Toolroom Academy Chaney: Track From Scratch TUTORIAL
Chaney, also known as Theo Altieri, is one of the most exciting names in UK house music today.
With releases on leading labels such as Toolroom, Skint, Nothing Else Matters, Perfect Havoc, Insomniac, Armada, and many more, Chaney has earned a standout reputation within the producer community. After racking up multi-million streams in a relatively short space of time, we at Toolroom Academy are excited to present his first-ever production course, filmed in his basement studio.
Across this 6-hour course, Chaney breaks down every element of Funky House production, guiding you through the full process of creating a truly floor-filling track. He shares the techniques behind his signature sound, drawing inspiration from a wide range of styles — from Disco and Chicago House to Tech House and Jacking House. Along the way, you’ll learn how he bends the rules, blends genres, and brings fresh ideas into his productions.
This isn’t just a standard track walkthrough. A structured curriculum has been carefully designed to help you apply each lesson to your own music. From starting an idea and building momentum, to finishing a track and delivering a club-ready master, every stage is covered in detail.
Whether you’re just starting out or already experienced, this course offers valuable insight at every level. You’ll dive into Native Instruments Maschine, explore writing funky, character-driven progressions, record live instruments, and work with hardware synths and drum machines — all while learning how to turn a simple idea into a fully-realised club weapon.
