Paul Riser needs no introduction… but we’ll do it anyway! He has written and arranged songs for some of the biggest names in the business: Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Mary J. Blige, Luther Vandross, Joss Stone, Kylie Minogue, Marvin Gaye, Carly Simon, Bill Withers, The Temptations, Diana Ross & The Supremes, Kem, Raphael Saadiq, The… Read more »
Posts Tagged: music entrepreneurship
Instructor Spotlight: Eric “Rain Man” Gaston (Drums)
We sat down with Head of the Drum Department, Eric “Rain Man” Gaston to talk about what inspires him, his teaching at DIME and what’s made him proudest as an instructor. What inspired you to start a career in music? My inspiration comes from growing up in the church. I had front row access and… Read more »
We’re Hiring! Faculty Positions Opening at DIME for Spring 2019
DIME and MSU Denver are looking for talented, passionate professionals to join our faculty for the Spring 2019 semester! DIME is a music institute like no other – designed for serious musicians who desire a long-term, professional career in modern music. DIME’s programs are designed to build strong musical foundations that will lead to long and… Read more »
Student Spotlight: Dalton Thomas (Drums)
DIME Detroit offers programs in Commercial Music Performance (Guitar, Bass, Drums, and Vocals), Commerical Songwriting, and Music Industry Studies. In partnership with Metropolitan State University of Denver, students at DIME Detroit can earn a Bachelor of Arts in Music on our innovative program. Our next semester starts on January 22, 2019! Find out more about all of… Read more »
Alumni Spotlight: Max Preissner (Bachelor of Arts in Music Entrepreneurship)
Less than a month from the 2018 Graduation ceremony, we recently sat down with 2018 DIME DETROIT Music Entrepreneurship and Falmouth Graduate, Max Preissner (Max Price) to discuss his musical journey post-graduation, his recent music releases. 1.) You were recently a part of the largest graduating class at DIME. Can you share with us… 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 »
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.
New Student Registration/Orientation at DIME Detroit! Thursday, January 11th
Congratulations to all of the students who passed their audition and were accepted to MSU Denver! We are very proud and can’t wait for you to begin working towards your future in music. Student Registration and Orientation will take place at DIME Detroit on Thursday, January 11th 2018 from 10:00am – 2:30pm. Meet your new classmates, understand… Read more »
Mark Kassa Masterclass – Friday, October 13th
MASTERCLASS: MARK KASSA Friday October 13, 1-3pm FREE and open to the public Guitarist, songwriter, and entrepreneur, Mark Kassa, has come a long way since graduating from Musicians Institute in LA in 1991. He has recorded and written songs with artists like George Clinton (Parliament/Funkadelic), Billy Cox (Jimmy Hendrix – Band of Gypsys), and Pat… Read more »
