Apr 20, 2022 | In The Know
At MI College of Contemporary Music, we’re proud of how far some of our audio engineering alumni have made it and want to take some time to recognize some of their accomplishments. Appu Krishnan Appu enrolled in our audio engineering program in 2005. Shortly after...
Apr 14, 2022 | Education, In The Know
Director of Industry Programs Lacey Harris writes on the five most essential skills Independent Artist and Artist/Producer/Entrepreneur program students will learn while enrolled at Musicians Institute. Modern artists need to develop many diverse skills to navigate...
Apr 13, 2022 | In The Know
Music streaming services have changed the landscape of the music industry. Consumers no longer need to individually purchase songs or buy CDs to listen to their favorite tunes. Instead, they’re choosing to pay a small monthly fee to music streaming services to...
Apr 6, 2022 | In The Know
Songwriting is an art form that takes years to master. Unlike writing a poem or a story, songwriters need to know how to handle the music components that complement the lyrics. From choosing a melody that pairs with the vocals to writing the perfect chorus,...
Mar 31, 2022 | In The Know, TBT
On October 7, 1985, legendary bassist Jaco Pastorius visited Musicians Institute for a clinic and performance. We have previously posted a short clip of this 1985 visit from Jaco, but this new footage from Patrick Buchmann is remastered from Its original VHS cassette...
Mar 5, 2022 | In The Know
The bass guitar is similar to your standard electric guitar, except it has a lower sound frequency. Traditionally featuring four strings, this iconic instrument was made famous during the 20th century by popular musicians everywhere. From James Jamerson to Bootsy...
Feb 27, 2022 | In The Know
Graphic design complements a musicians’ work by providing a visual representation that defines their brand. From album covers and website design to social media and merchandise, graphic design elements are everywhere and work as an extension of the artist’s...
Feb 22, 2022 | In The Know
Music is an integral part of our lives. We listen to it when we’re sad or happy and hum along when we don’t even know the song. But did you know there are positive benefits to listening to music? From reducing anxiety to reminding you of forgotten memories, music has...
Feb 21, 2022 | In The Know
Director of Industry Programs Lacey Harris writes on the five most essential skills electronic music production program students will learn while enrolled at Musicians Institute. This day and age, an artist needs to have many skills to help them secure success in many...
Feb 19, 2022 | In The Know
Finding your vocal range is an essential first step for any artist or musician who’s looking to take the next step in their music career. The beauty of singing is the stylistic identity of every singer. From the blues to jazz, once you find your true range, you’ll be...
