Join us on Wednesday, April 25th from 6-8pm for DIME Detroit’s 90-minute Songwriting Challenge! Work with our students and learn about writing to a deadline with the guidance of our instructors: Antea Shelton and Audra Kubat. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in joining DIME’s Songwriting program beginning Fall 2018. This event is… Read more »
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Grammy winners, Esperanza Spalding, Terri Lyne Carrington, visit DIME!
We were thrilled to have 2 incredible Grammy-winning artists at DIME this week: Esperanza Spalding, and Terri Lyne Carrington! Check out some photos below! For more information on our programs in Commercial Music Performance, Commercial Songwriting, and Music Industry Studies, click here!
Student Spotlight: Lex Whyms (BA Creative Songwriting)
Soon-to-be songwriting graduate, Lex Whyms, answered a few questions about her experience at DIME, her current musical projects, and future endeavors. Lex has really made her mark on DIME, with several memorable performances at our student shows, and a 3-time featured artist on our school’s annual student album, DIME Sessions. We can’t wait to see… Read more »
Open House March 24th, 1-3pm
If you are interested in joining DIME Detroit’s community of performers, songwriters, and music entrepreneurs, don’t miss out on attending our spring open house! Meet our with some of our incredible faculty, staff, and students. Hear live performances around the building, and get all the details on our MSU Denver at DIME Bachelor’s degree… Read more »
DIME Summer Sessions | June 25-29th
DIME Sessions RETURNS the week of June 25th, offering young musicians the opportunity to gain valuable experience practicing and performing with a band. Students will learn technical development on guitar, bass, drums, or vocals on a different song each day, all leading up to a final performance for friends and family on Friday afternoon! Students will… Read more »
10 Reasons DIME is the Right Choice for Music Students
1: Masterclasses Learn from the best in the business. Legendary and experienced names in the music industry come to DIME to share their vast knowledge with our students. Guests who have visited DIME include George Clinton, Stevie Wonder’s band, and pictured below: Adele’s guitarist, Tim Van Der Kuil, Allen Stone, Alessia Cara, Nate Watts and 30 Seconds… Read more »
SAVE YOUR CASH! No Application Fee through March 31st
Are you interested in attending DIME this Fall? Apply now through March 31st and pay NO APPLICATION fee! 1.) Click here to begin MSU Denver’s online application. 2.) Under “Academic Program of Interest”, choose: Music – IDP, Detroit Inst. of Music Ed. 3.) When prompted, enter the code “makeyourmark” to waive the $25 application fee. 4.) Set… Read more »
Brett Farkas Masterclass – Friday, Feb 16th
Originally from Detroit, MI, Brett Farkas is a Los Angeles based guitarist, bassist, frontman, songwriter, and music teacher. He has performed, toured and recorded with soul legend, Solomon Burke, songwriter, Aimee Mann, pop star, Rihanna, indie folk dudes, Lord Huron, and comedian/actress, Maya Rudolph’s Prince Tribute called, Princess, to name some. He has recorded film… Read more »
Instructor Profile: Liz Gray, Vocals
DIME has an amazing staff and faculty who are immersed in the music industry and teaching the next generation of musicians, songwriters, and music entrepreneurs here in downtown Detroit. We sat down with one of our vocals instructors, Liz Gray, to ask her some questions about her career, and her experience teaching at DIME Detroit…. Read more »
Short Courses begin Feb 20th!
REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED These classes begin on Feb 20th, and will meet on Tuesday nights from 7-9pm for 6 weeks. LYRICS AND LINES Instructor: Antea Shelton SINGING STYLES Instructor: Liz Gray HIP HOP SKILLZ Instructor: Mahogany Jones MUSIC MARKETING STRATEGIES Instructor: Drew Schultz This Class Has Ended.
