Jan 30, 2026 | In The Know
Booking your first gig can feel like one of the biggest hurdles in your music career. You might be ready to perform, but figuring out where to play and how to get booked can feel overwhelming. The good news is that every working musician started exactly here. Booking...
Jan 26, 2026 | In The Know
Playing your first live show is a defining moment in any musician’s journey. Whether you’re performing at an open mic, a small local venue, or a DIY house show, that first gig represents a shift from practicing in private to sharing your music with the world. It’s...
Jan 22, 2026 | In The Know, Uncategorized
We’re excited to announce a new partnership between Musicians Institute and Kawai Pianos, uniting MI’s cutting-edge music education with Kawai’s nearly century-long legacy of piano craftsmanship. Kawai America Corporation’s collaboration with MI means that premium...
Jan 17, 2026 | In The Know
Building Your Foundation for Success Progress as a musician depends on more than just picking up a guitar and strumming a few chords. Many beginners soon realize that frustration and plateaus are common if the proper groundwork isn’t set from the start. Equipping...
Jan 12, 2026 | In The Know
Auditioning for music college is a big deal. Depending on the college you choose, acceptance rates may be as low as 3%. Low acceptance rates often reflect the immense popularity of the music industry. So, many people want to be professional musicians, and they...
Jan 9, 2026 | In The Know
Emerging and independent artists: mark your calendars for March 27-29, 2026, when Musicians Institute’s Hollywood campus will transform into the epicenter of music industry education and networking this spring as we host the MusicPro 26 Artists’...
