MUSIC PRODUCTION
The music production studio builds students’ comfort with writing lyrics, producing, mixing, and beat making. Students use MIDI controllers, Logic Pro on MacBook, instruments, and professional sound equipment in our recording booth to craft their studio album.
Teaching Artist
Brandon Copeland
Brandon Copeland joined WMCAT as music tech + production teaching artist in 2016 and now serves as the Arts + Tech Program Coordinator as well as a teaching artist. He is an award-winning hip-hop/jazz saxophonist and engineer. He plays in the bands Les Créatif and The Extra Texture. He is the former director of The Death House, an underground music venue that specializes in punk, house, jazz, and hip-hop music. Brandon also co-founded and runs The Beat Suite, a showcase on hip-hop music production, and is creative director at Couture Tape Co-Operative, a media news source for the Grand Rapids music scene.
MUSIC PRODUCTION STUDIOS
SPRING | TUESDAY + THURSDAY
Music Production
Eligibility: 9-12 grade GRPS students
Experience the excitement of the music industry and meet local artists! Discover techniques like writing lyrics, producing, mixing, and beat making. You will use MIDI controllers, Logic Pro on MacBook, and professional sound equipment in our recording booth to craft your studio album.
Teen Arts + Tech
Enrollment
Studios are filled on a rolling basis. Enroll ASAP to secure your spot!