Joe Hagen

Mixing - Mastering

Joe Hagen is a Los Angeles-based violist, violinist, educator, and music entrepreneur. With expertise in viola, violin, orchestration, composition, music production, and audio engineering, he tailors lessons to each student’s goals while incorporating modern music industry skills like remote recording and production.

A graduate of the Eastman School of Music, Joe studied viola with Grammy-winning violist Philip Ying and audio engineering with Grammy-winning engineer Stephen Roessner. He also trained in film scoring and media composition at Eastman’s Beal Institute.

As a performer, Joe plays with the Riverside and San Bernardino Symphony Orchestras, collaborating with conductors behind major film scores (Avatar: The Way of Water, Oppenheimer, The Mandalorian). Through his company Joe Hagen Music, LLC, his work spans classical performance, composing, orchestrating, and music production. His music has been featured on YouTube (MrBeast, Good Mythical Morning) and platforms like Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, and Amazon Prime.

Joe is passionate about guiding students at all levels—whether they seek a professional career or simply want to enjoy making music. His real-world experience and success make him an invaluable mentor for aspiring musicians.

    • Mixing

    • Mastering

    • Film music production

Student Testimonials

  • "Joe is an incredible teacher! He breaks down complex concepts in a way that makes them easy to understand, whether it's technique, orchestration, or production. His lessons are always engaging and tailored to my goals. I've learned so much in such a short time!"

    — Emma L., Mixing and Mastering Student

  • "Studying with Joe has completely changed the way I approach music. He helped me refine my viola technique while also introducing me to recording and film scoring. His industry experience is invaluable, and he’s always supportive and encouraging!"

    — David R., Viola & Film Scoring Student

  • "Joe is not just a great musician, but also a great mentor. He helped me build confidence in my mixing and gave me real-world insights into the music industry. Whether you're a beginner or advanced, he knows exactly how to help you grow!"

    — Sophia M., Orchestration & Mixing Student