November 7, 2024 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Cuban Funk Masterclass with Cimafunk Ellis Marsalis Center for Music Auditorium 1901 Bartholomew St, New Orleans, LA, United States Legendary GRAMMY-nominated and LATIN GRAMMY-nominated Cuban artist Cimafunk leads this workshop. In this workshop for youth ages 14 - 24, participants will learn about the musical bridge between New Orleans and Havana, Cuba, while also learning Afro-Cuban rhythms, the intersection of funk and Cuban rhythms, and more! This masterclass is free, but advance registration is […]
November 12, 2024 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Intro to the Music Industry: November 12th, 14th, 19th, & 21st New Orleans Career Center 1331 N. Kerlerec St., New Orleans, LA Want to learn more about the music industry, but aren’t sure where to begin? In this 4-day course session, individuals will be provided with a broad overview of the music industry, including the key roles and players in the industry, how various segments of the industry operate, and how money is made and exchanged. Individuals […]
December 3, 2024 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Intro to Music Production: December 3rd, 5th, & 10th New Orleans Career Center 1331 N. Kerlerec St., New Orleans, LA In this introductory 3-day course, individuals will get an overview into the basics of music production and audio engineering. Individuals will understand signal flow, microphones and home studio setups, DAWs, as well as a hands-on intro to audio and MIDI editing, and the basics of mixing. No prior experience is needed - this class is […]
December 11, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Social Media for Young Musicians Presented in Collaboration with Second Line Arts Collective George and Joyce Wein Jazz and Heritage Center 1225 N. Rampart St, New Orleans, LA Are you a young musician looking to become a professional artist or bandleader? In this workshop for youth ages 14 - 24, you’ll learn how to make the leap from school to the professional world of music. Success in the industry is not only about playing: it’s about finding your voice, developing your career, and […]
February 6 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Fredman Music Business Institute: Intro to Beatmaking New Orleans Career Center 1331 N. Kerlerec St., New Orleans, LA In this introductory 4-day course led by Charles Corpening pka Wino Willy, individuals will get hands-on experience with the basics of beatmaking. Participants will explore creative techniques using industry-standard tools like Ableton Live, FL Studio, BandLab, and more, helping you bring your musical ideas to life. No prior experience is needed - this class is […]
February 10 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Social Media for Musicians Part II, Presented in Collaboration with Second Line Arts Collective George and Joyce Wein Jazz and Heritage Center 1225 N. Rampart St, New Orleans, LA Are you a young musician looking to become a professional artist or bandleader? In this workshop for youth ages 14 - 24, you’ll learn how to leap from school to the professional world of music. Success in the industry is not only about playing: it’s about finding your voice, developing your career, and creating change. […]
March 22 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm “Tune Up for Summer” Music Camp Open House Ellis Marsalis Center for Music 1901 Bartholomew St, New Orleans, LA, United States Join us at "Tune Up for Summer" on Saturday, March 22nd from 1-4pm at the Ellis Marsalis Center For Music. This open house style demonstration will host youth music program affiliated organizations across New Orleans. Come chat with us about program participation, registration, and more. Click HERE to reserve your free spot! Students and instructors […]
March 26 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Live Beatmaking in the 21st Century: A Look into Looping and Integration of Live Instruments George and Joyce Wein Jazz and Heritage Center 1225 N. Rampart St, New Orleans, LA In this workshop for youth ages 14 - 24, you’ll learn how to expand your beatmaking skills, learning how to loop and integrate live instruments into your beats. Led by Charles Corpening pka Wino Willy, we’ll explore creative techniques using industry-standard tools like Ableton Live, FL Studio, BandLab, and more, as you bring your musical […]
March 31 @ 6:00 pm - 7:15 pm Independence: An Evening with PJ Morton George and Joyce Wein Jazz and Heritage Center 1225 N. Rampart St, New Orleans, LA We're excited to host an evening with GRAMMY-winning artist PJ Morton. In this masterclass, you'll hear more from PJ Morton about his career, spanning from his career to songwriting and more. This masterclass is for youth ages 14 - 24. The masterclass is free, but advanced registration is required. Register here: https://form.fillout.com/t/w8j9s1tyKvus
April 5 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Youth Voice Festival Baldwin & Co. 1030 Elysian Fields Ave, New Orleans, LA, United States On Saturday, April 5th, from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm at Baldwin & Co., join Be Loud Studios and other partners to celebrate the incredible talents and voices of young people in our community. The free festival features young voices from across New Orleans expressed in different mediums: podcast, dance, art, and spoken word (to […]
April 7 @ 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Jazz Girls and Non-Binary Jam George and Joyce Wein Jazz and Heritage Center 1225 N. Rampart St, New Orleans, LA Bring your instruments and questions about the music industry and jam with two renowned musicians, Monika Herzig and Jamie Baum, who have led their bands around the globe. During this jam session, we’ll play music together with improv coaching, and take some time for a Q&A on building a career in jazz and finding your […]