YPG Sessions: 6 with 6ix
YPG Sessions are immersive studio experiences where students work side-by-side with music industry professionals. In our inaugural session, we brought together six standout producers from the 2024 SoCal Beat Battle for an exclusive day in the studio with Grammy-nominated producer 6ix at Sony Studios in Los Angeles.
We called it 6 with 6ix.
Modernizing your Music Program on a Budget: What You Actually Need to Get Started
K-12 schools around the country are embracing technology in the classroom like never before. Robotics, coding, STEAM—tech is being taught everywhere. But music programs are often left with little funds or resources to take part in this renaissance. The good news? Modernizing your music program is easier and cheaper than you think. All you need to get started is
Why We Should Teach the Music Our Students Actually Listen To
Have you ever noticed how the same students who zone out in music class come alive the moment the bell rings? You’ll catch them in the halls making playlists for each other, learning TikTok dances to their new favorite song, making beats on their phones and freestyling with their friends. They clearly love music, but getting them to love music class is a different story. This disconnect isn’t rebellion or disinterest. More often than not, it’s about relevance.
Reimagining Music Education: How Techworks at LACHSA is Setting a New Standard
If you think school music performances are all choir robes and concert bands playing outdated repertoire, think again. From original music written in digital audio workstations to live performances with professional sound, lighting, and a full-on dance floor, Techworks is more than just a school show. It's one of the coolest shows happening in LA that night – it just happens to be at a school.