Posts Tagged: dime detroit

DIME Detroit’s Songwriting Challenge: April 25th, 6-8pm

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 »

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 »

Night of Voice at DIME Detroit, Thursday April 19th

DIME DETROIT Presents: Night of Voice – Thursday, April 19th Join us for our 2018 Night of Voice, featuring DIME vocal department student and faculty performances! Learn more about our programs, meet current students, staff, and faculty of DIME! This event is FREE and open to the public!

Thornetta Davis Master Class Friday, April 27th 1pm-3pm

Thornetta Davis Masterclass – Friday, April 27th Crowned “Detroit’s Queen of the Blues” in 2015, Thornetta Davis, a multi-talented international Singer and Songwriter from Detroit MI, has opened for legendary blues and R&B greats such as Ray Charles, Gladys Knight, Smokey Robinson, Etta James, Buddy Guy, and countless others. She is the Winner of over… Read more »

Guitar & Bass Showcase feat. Brad Russell!

Join us for our Guitar & Bass Showcase on March 28th! This show will feature DIME Faculty Damon Warmack, Kris Kurzawa, Mo Hollis, Cory Allen, and Matt Callaway. Also, DIME Detroit students will hit the stage to showcase their talents! Our special guest is Brad Russell! Born in Detroit, Brad Russell (aka Russo) was raised in a… 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 »