Open Counseling with Jazz Piano Virtuoso Otmaro Ruiz Feb 08, 2010
On three upcoming Mondays (February 8 and 22; March 8) from 10am-1pm in keyboard classroom MI245, MI’s Keyboard Technology Department presents guest Open Counseling with pianist Otmaro Ruiz. Considered one of the most important jazz pianists in the current scene, Venezuelan Otmaro Ruiz is known for both versatility and virtuosity. The long list of world-renowned musicians he has recorded and toured with includes John McLaughlin, Tito Puente, Arturo Sandoval, John Patitucci, Paquito D’Rivera, Jing Chi, Nana Caymmi, Dori Caymmi, Akira Jimbo, Frank Gambale, Peter Erskine, David Weckl, Art Davis Quintet, Charlie Haden Liberation Music Orchestra, Alain Caron, Gino Vannelli, Tolu, Frank Morgan, Robben Ford, Vinnie Colaiuta, Marcus Miller and Jon Anderson. Come join us for an informal Q&A with a keyboardist guaranteed to blow your mind! Open to all MI students; bring your axe if you want to jam.
Mar 27, 2010
Jazz Bakery at MI Presents the Antonio Sanchez Quartet
On Saturday March 27, the Jazz Bakery at MI Presents the Antonio Sanchez Quartet in concert. The group, featuring Antonio Sanchez (Drums),... Read more...
Mar 20, 2010
Sheila E. to be Keynote Speaker at March MI Graduation
Musicians Institute is proud to announce that Sheila Escovedo, known to the world as Sheila E., will serve as keynote speaker for the... Read more...
Spring 2010 Graduation Set for Wiltern Theater
On Saturday March 20th Musicians Institute returns to the world-famous Wiltern Theatre for its Spring 2010 Graduation. Read more...
Mar 18, 2010
Drum Magazine Features MI Instructor Roundtable
The April 2010 issue of Drum magazine (available now) features a "Groove Roundtable" with MI drum instructors Charlie Waymire and Bernie... Read more...
Mar 16, 2010
Night of the Living Guitars at Catalina's
On Tuesday, March 16, the Guitar Program at MI (GIT), presents the twenty-first installment of Night of the Living Guitars at world-renowned... Read more...
Mar 09, 2010
Artist and Career Services Presents Annual Spring Industry Fair
On Tuesday, March 9 from 11am-2pm in the Passage, MI’s Artist and Career Services Department presents its annual Spring Industry Fair.... Read more...
Mar 04, 2010
Marlon Saunders Vocal Clinic
On Thursday March 4, from 4-6:00pm in the Concert Hall, MI’s Vocal Program welcomes vocal coach Marlon Saunders. Read more...
Open Counseling with Jazz Guitarist Adam Levy
On Thursday, March 4, GIT presents open counseling with jazz guitarist Adam Levy. Read more...
Mar 03, 2010
MI Hosts GrammyU Debut Open Mic Night
On Wednesday, February 24, MI hosted the first-ever GrammyU Open Mic Night in the Passage Performance Center. Read more...