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Everything You Need to Know About Music Publishing: From Copyright to Royalties
Did you know that publishing royalties account for nearly half of all music revenue, yet thousands of musicians miss out on this income without even realizing it? This startling fact reinforces the need for transparency in music publishing. Many talented musicians...
The Complete Guide to Music Promotion for Independent Artists
Why Music Promotion Matters Creating great music is just the start, but getting it in front of fans is the challenge. Strategic promotion is what separates hobbyists from professional artists. An incredible sound and a strong artistic vision isn’t enough in today’s...
EART Guitars Donates Guitars To Musicians Institute Library
We’ve got some exciting news for our MI community! EART Guitars has generously donated a collection of their stunning instruments to the Musicians Institute, and they’re now part of our MI Library for students to check out, play, and enjoy. These guitars aren’t just...
The Ultimate Guitar Pedal Guide: From Bedroom to Stage and Studio
As a guitarist, your gear can make a huge difference in how you establish your unique sound as an artist. One of the most powerful ways to transform your playing is by experimenting with guitar pedals. They are the hidden tools behind many iconic tones and can help...
10 Quotes from DJs on Music Production
DJs and music producers are both committed to bringing creative ideas to life through the power of sound. DJs showcase these ideas in real time — they're all about living in the moment and creating unforgettable musical experiences. Producers work behind the scenes to...
Scott Henderson on Guitar Technique: Lessons from a Musicians Institute Legend
If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to play with more feel, tone, and control, there’s no better place to start than with the pros who’ve mastered it. In a rare look inside his process, Musicians Institute guitar instructor Scott Henderson breaks down his unique...
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#TBT Black Veil Brides Conversation Series
Back in early 2015, Hollywood based band Black Veil Brides came by to the Concert Hall at MI to discuss the untold stories and secrets to success in the music industry from a band walking the walk. Black Veil Brides talked about breaking in, the recording process, and...
#TBT Panic! At The Disco Conversation Series
Check out Parts 1-5 of our Conversation Series when Panic! At The Disco's Brendon Urie stopped by MI!
#TBT MI Through The Years
As the ultimate throwback, we gathered tons of awesome photos from MI's past and put them all in this video! This slideshow really shows how many legends have roamed through these halls and all of the opportunities that are available to students after graduation. As a...