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Musicians Institute's challenging performance programs are a unique combination of contemporary music performance and rigorous education in traditional music disciplines. The intensive program emphasizes the development of stylistic depth, creative maturity and professional competence in preparing students to enter the contemporary music industry.  Performance programs include five major instruments of study: Guitar, Bass, Drums, Keyboard and Vocal

Bass

Bass

MI's Bass programs have been setting the standard for contemporary bass education for over three decades. Under the direction of a world-class teaching staff of professional bassists, you develop the techniques, musicianship, technological expertise and playing experience to handle any style from funk to rock, jazz, Latin, R&B and more while you also unlock your unique playing style. Opportunities for MI students are unmatched by any bass school and graduates are performing, recording, producing, composing and anchoring rhythm sections around the world.

Drums

Drums

MI's Drum programs offer the world's most-imitated approach to contemporary drum education. At MI, drumming is a total-immersion experience. Learn a new groove or fill in the morning and use it on stage that same afternoon under the supervision of working professionals. Gain first-hand access...

Guitar

Guitar

In 1977, the Guitar Program at MI (GIT) has revolutionized contemporary music education with the first full-time program to offer hands-on professional training for the electric guitarist. Over three decades later, MI remains the leader in guitar education with a unique system that combines technical, creative and professional development...

Keyboard

Keyboard

MI's Keyboard Technology education takes an innovative approach to an instrument that is both deeply traditional and constantly evolving. The unique curriculum combines traditional keyboard performance with cutting-edge keyboard-based technology. As a performer, you develop your keyboard skills and explore a range of contemporary...

Vocals

Vocals

Combining technical and creative development with continuous live performing experience, MI's Vocal education has no parallel in the world of contemporary vocal training. Programs are designed to build your technique and stylistic identity as well as confidence...