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Korn's Ray Luzier Comes Home to MI There's something special about watching a world-class musician walk back through the doors of the school that helped shape them. That's exactly what happened at Musicians Institute on Saturday, April 18th, when Korn drummer and MI...

Starting a career in music production can feel confusing because the path is no longer just one thing. Some producers teach themselves from YouTube and practice for years at home. Others take short courses to learn faster. Others want a more structured program that...

From small-town Missouri to stages around the world, Musicians Institute alumnus Ian Foreman has built a career rooted in passion, persistence, and a deep love for drumming. A graduate of the Drum program at Musicians Institute, Ian has gone on to perform with artists...

Musicians Institute Alum Builds a Career Performing With Selena Gomez, Halsey, and Post Malone Bonnie McIntosh’s career reflects what happens when strong musical foundations meet real-world opportunity. A classically trained pianist turned global touring keyboardist,...

Los Angeles gives bands a huge range of places to play, but that also makes it easy to aim in the wrong direction. A lot of artists waste time pitching rooms that do not fit their sound, their current draw, or their stage of growth. The best venue for your band is not...

Sight reading can feel frustrating because it exposes everything at once. Your rhythm, note recognition, timing, coordination, and focus all get tested in real time. When it does not go well, many musicians assume they just are not naturally good at it. In reality,...