Ventura Music Studio Nurtures Local Talent, Says No Impact from AI Boom

Burch Studio in Ventura is more than just a place to learn music. It is a hub for young musicians to gain real-world experience performing, recording, and developing their bands from the ground up, all without any reliance on generative artificial intelligence.

🎤 What They Do

At Burch Studio, students are taught far more than how to play an instrument. Owner Aaron Burch says the studio helps aspiring artists form bands, write original songs, organize photo shoots, build setlists, and learn the ropes of being professional musicians.

“Our purpose is to create community by making music,” said Burch. “I want to give a young band the experience of being a bigger band.”

📍 A Community Event

Burch Studio is hosting an event at 7 p.m. on December 12 at the Ventura Majestic Theater. Multiple student bands will perform live, showcasing the work they have been developing at the studio.

🧠 No Role for AI

Unlike many modern creative outlets adapting or even outsourcing parts of the music-making process to generative AI, Burch Studio is committed to keeping the experience organic. Students write their own music and learn traditional methods of collaboration, expression, and performance.

🎶 Why It Matters

The studio's approach reflects a growing interest in preserving authenticity in the arts. As artificial intelligence becomes more common in the music industry, places like Burch Studio are emphasizing hands-on creativity and community building.

👥 The Bigger Picture

For young musicians in Ventura, the studio offers a rare opportunity to experience what it’s like to be in a band from start to finish. Burch says the end goal is not just musical proficiency, but personal growth, teamwork, and confidence.