Musicians Institute https://www.mi.edu College of Music Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:45:12 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.1 https://www.mi.edu/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/cropped-MI-site-icon-32x32.gif Musicians Institute https://www.mi.edu 32 32 How to Use a Keyboard in Music Production (Beginner to Pro Guide) https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/how-to-use-a-keyboard-in-music-production-beginner-to-pro-guide/ https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/how-to-use-a-keyboard-in-music-production-beginner-to-pro-guide/#respond Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:45:12 +0000 https://www.mi.edu/?p=16385 In today’s music industry, the keyboard is more than an instrument. Because of its variety of uses, it’s often considered the foundation of modern production. From building chord progressions and programming MIDI to designing synth sounds and scoring visual media, keyboard skills give producers the creative control and technical flexibility needed to compete professionally. Whether […]

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]]> https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/how-to-use-a-keyboard-in-music-production-beginner-to-pro-guide/feed/ 0 7 Basic Chord Progressions Every Producer Should Know https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/7-basic-chord-progressions-every-producer-should-know/ https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/7-basic-chord-progressions-every-producer-should-know/#respond Wed, 25 Feb 2026 21:34:39 +0000 https://www.mi.edu/?p=19982 Whether you’re producing pop, hip-hop, R&B, electronic music, or scoring for visual media, chord progressions are the foundation of your track. While sound design and drum programming get a lot of attention, harmony is what creates emotion, tension, and movement in music. Understanding a few essential chord progressions can dramatically improve your songwriting and production […]

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]]> https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/7-basic-chord-progressions-every-producer-should-know/feed/ 0 Musicians Institute Industry Mentors Winter 2026 https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/musicians-institute-industry-mentors-winter-2026/ https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/musicians-institute-industry-mentors-winter-2026/#respond Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:58:12 +0000 https://www.mi.edu/?p=19896 Meet your Winter 2026 MI Industry Mentors.

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]]> https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/musicians-institute-industry-mentors-winter-2026/feed/ 0 How to Book Your First Gig as an Independent Musician https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/book-first-gig-independent-musician/ https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/book-first-gig-independent-musician/#respond Fri, 30 Jan 2026 21:09:04 +0000 https://www.mi.edu/?p=19833 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 shows is a skill, and like any […]

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]]> https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/book-first-gig-independent-musician/feed/ 0 Your First Gig: Essential Tips for Musicians Before You Step on Stage https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/your-first-gig-essential-tips-for-musicians-before-you-step-on-stage/ https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/your-first-gig-essential-tips-for-musicians-before-you-step-on-stage/#respond Mon, 26 Jan 2026 22:28:01 +0000 https://www.mi.edu/?p=19664 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 exciting, intimidating, and full of lessons you’ll carry […]

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]]> https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/your-first-gig-essential-tips-for-musicians-before-you-step-on-stage/feed/ 0 Musician Institute Partners with Kawai Pianos to Support the Next Generation of Contemporary Musicians https://www.mi.edu/uncategorized/musician-institute-partners-kawai-pianos-support-next-generation-contemporary-musicians/ https://www.mi.edu/uncategorized/musician-institute-partners-kawai-pianos-support-next-generation-contemporary-musicians/#respond Thu, 22 Jan 2026 21:34:43 +0000 https://www.mi.edu/?p=19768 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 Kawai acoustic and digital pianos will now be featured throughout MI’s Hollywood campus in performance spaces, practice rooms, and classrooms. This […]

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]]> https://www.mi.edu/uncategorized/musician-institute-partners-kawai-pianos-support-next-generation-contemporary-musicians/feed/ 0 Essential Guitar Gear: 10 Must-Have Tools for the Beginning Guitarist https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/tools-every-beginning-guitarist-needs/ https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/tools-every-beginning-guitarist-needs/#respond Sat, 17 Jan 2026 16:53:40 +0000 https://www.mi.edu/?p=19712 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 yourself with the right tools and foundational knowledge is critical for building […]

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]]> https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/tools-every-beginning-guitarist-needs/feed/ 0 How to Prepare for Your Keyboard/Piano Audition for Music College https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/prepare-keyboard-piano-audition-music-college/ https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/prepare-keyboard-piano-audition-music-college/#respond Mon, 12 Jan 2026 16:20:55 +0000 https://www.mi.edu/?p=19700 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 understand that going to a music college is one of the […]

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]]> https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/prepare-keyboard-piano-audition-music-college/feed/ 0 Musicians Institute to Host MusicPro ’26 Artists’ Conference This March https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/musicpro-26-conference-musicians-institute-march-2026/ https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/musicpro-26-conference-musicians-institute-march-2026/#respond Fri, 09 Jan 2026 23:00:14 +0000 https://www.mi.edu/?p=19720 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’ Conference. This three-day event brings together industry legends, music business leaders, and emerging artists for an unprecedented learning and […]

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]]> https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/musicpro-26-conference-musicians-institute-march-2026/feed/ 0 Unconventional Careers in Music: 10 Unique Jobs for Singers https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/unconventional-music-career-paths-10-unique-jobs-for-singers/ https://www.mi.edu/in-the-know/unconventional-music-career-paths-10-unique-jobs-for-singers/#respond Mon, 05 Jan 2026 17:22:15 +0000 https://www.mi.edu/?p=19708 Many aspiring vocalists and songwriters picture themselves performing on stage under bright lights, but there are other career paths for talented singers who don’t want a career in the spotlight. Many talented artists carve out rewarding and creative careers that let them use their vocal talent every day, without the pressure of stardom. This guide […]

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