From January 25th to 28th, the Anaheim Convention Center vibrated with the energy of the NAMM Show, and Musicians Institute (MI) was right at the heart of it all! Our vibrant booth, buzzing with activity in Hall C, served as a beacon for current students, proud alumni, and aspiring musicians eager to explore their musical futures.
Beyond the informative MI program materials, our booth transformed into a stage for electrifying live performances. MI graduates like Rafael Moreira, Jimena Fosado, and the dynamic Luis Kalil set the NAMM scene on fire with their sets, truly showcasing the passion and talent that MI cultivates.
But the energy wasn’t just confined to our booth. MI faculty and current students took center stage at various NAMM events, including some student performances at the Donner Music booth!
The NAMM Show wasn’t just about showcasing talent; it was about forging connections. Our booth became a meeting point for current students to reconnect with classmates and instructors, for alumni to reminisce about their MI journeys and share their successes, and for prospective students to explore the possibilities their musical dreams could hold. Conversations buzzed with excitement, aspirations were shared, and valuable connections were made, solidifying MI’s role as a vibrant community that extends far beyond the classroom.

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And to keep the spirit of NAMM alive, here are some photos capturing some of the performances and events we were able to catch around the Anaheim Convention Center.
Whether you were there yourself or following along from afar, we invite you to relive the NAMM magic through our photos and remember: the journey to your musical dreams starts at MI. Get in touch, explore our programs, and join our vibrant community – the next NAMM Show could be where your unique musical story begins!
MI advisors speak to attendees
Jimena Fosado performs a live set
A fan stops by our booth to have a word with Jimena
Luis Kalil pushing the NAMM sound police to the limits
Luis Kalil’s band, Red Devil Vortex, stopped by for a chat
MI graduate and current faculty, Bhargav, performing
MI graduate Rafael Moreira and his bandmate, Francisco Fattoruso
Drummer Glen Sobel stopped by to say hello!
MI students supporting their classmates performing at the Donner Music booth
The iconic Stevie Wonder surprised attendees with a performance at the Ultimate Ears booth
MI students, Kritika, Alessio and Beto, after their Donner performance
All-MI faculty performance
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