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What Is the Best Path for Becoming a Music Producer?
Becoming a music producer is an exciting and rewarding career path for individuals passionate about music, creativity, and technology. A music producer is responsible for shaping the sound of a song or album, managing recording sessions, and ensuring the final product...
Why the Musicians Institute Summer Shot Program is Perfect for High School Musicians
As a high school musician, the road to mastering your craft and preparing for a future in the music industry can be both exciting and challenging. The Musicians Institute Summer Shot Program offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience, receive...
How to Choose the Right Music Program for Your Career Goals
Choosing the right music program is one of the most important decisions you’ll make on your journey to a successful career in the music industry. Whether you’re looking to become an audio engineer, a music producer, or a recording engineer, selecting the best program...
Keyboard Skills for the Modern Musician: Versatility is Key
The skills needed to be a working keyboardist has changed. These days, it’s not enough to just nail one style. If you wanna make it big in the music world, being super versatile on the keys is where it’s at. Think about it: one day you might be laying down a smooth...
What Does a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Production Offer?
A Bachelor’s degree in Music Production opens up numerous career opportunities for aspiring producers, engineers, and artists. Whether you dream of working in a recording studio, producing albums, or working in post-production for film and television, a degree from a...
From Student to Studio: How MI Prepares You for the Recording Industry
The recording industry is a fast-paced, highly technical, and creatively driven environment that demands excellence from day one. Whether you dream of becoming a producer, sound engineer, studio musician, or mixing artist, having a strong educational foundation is...
#TBT

#TBT: Rare Jaco Pastorius 1985 Performance at Musicians Institute
Rare Jaco Pastorius 1985 Performance at Musicians Institute with Jeff Berlin, Frank Gambale and Patrick Buchmann.

#TBT: Eddie Van Halen Performs At Musicians Institute
MI remembers the icon and guitar legend, Eddie Van Halen.

#TBT: Johnny Hiland At Musicians Institute
Check out this #TBT of Johnny Hiland from the MI Vault.
PROFILES
MI Alum Spotlight: Nia Yang
Producer/artist Nia Yang tells us about her career and experience studying at Musicians Institute.
Alumni Spotlight: MI Alumnus Barrett Wilson of Fender Play
We feature Barrett Wilson, a graduate of the Bachelor of Music in Guitar Performance program, who currently works as a guitar instructor at Fender Play.
Tanya Chua Recounts Her Career And Journey To Musicians Institute
Tanya Chua talks to MI about her career and her education at Musicians Institute.
Musicians Institute Graduate Spotlight: Areli Castro
This spotlight is on Areli Castro, a graduate of the Independent Artist program at Musicians Institute, who has landed her first industry job as an Executive Assistant at Hopeless Records. Areli chatted with The Mix about the internship program, her music projects,...
What Is The DIY Musician Conference In Austin? MI Will Host Panels For Indie Musicians
There are plenty of music festivals in Los Angeles and all over the country, where music lovers can unite, network, relax and watch some of their favorite bands and artists play in one place. Sure, that's all fun and games, but what if you're an independent musician...
Mateus Asato The Early Years
We highlight Mateus Asato’s career since graduating from MI.
GUEST ARTIST

Musicians Institute Hosts Drum Clinic With Drummer Omar Hakim
Musicians Institute (MI) recently hosted a drum clinic featuring legendary drummer Omar Hakim. Hakim, renowned for his work with icons like Miles Davis, Weather Report, and David Bowie, shared his insights and expertise with aspiring drummers. The clinic was a...

Meet Kira Ruth, First Recipient of Musicians Institute’s Full Ride Scholarship
We catch up with MI student, Kira Ruth, winner of the Full Ride Scholarship to MI.

MI Graduate Spotlight: Drummer Karl-Johan Wigander
Meet Karl-Johan Wigander, an MI drum graduate who has found his spot as a successful touring musician.

Steve Vai Defines His True Meaning of Success At Musicians Institute
Steve Vai came for a clinic at MI and dropped a lot of gems.

Guitarist Mark Lettieri Visits Musicians Institute For Insightful Guitar Clinic
Check out some videos and photos from Mark Lettieri’s clinic!

Adam Skeppar Guitar Session
Adam Skeppar, a native of Sweden who is currently pursuing an A.A. in Guitar Performance, stopped into one of our studios to show off his latest skills. Want to take some guitar classes? Check out our Guitar programs to find out which courses are best for you!