Recording and Mixing
Digital Music Production
DJ Technology
Live Sound and Stage
Music Video Production
Music Business & Marketing
Social Networking & Music
Today’s music is part of a much larger equation that includes film, video, web, gaming, television, radio, theater, fashion, and so much more. You realize that music plays a crucial role in every aspect of entertainment and you want to be a game changer. You want more than just a gig. You want to build an empire. Our team of industry experts is ready to help you get to the top.
Careers in music range from highly technical to purely creative. The industry career landscape has changed dramatically in recent years. As old doors close, new doors are opened. Fresh new opportunities are cropping up all over for those who are properly trained and ready to work. If you want to develop the right skills for today’s music industry, you came to the right place.
Music technology and social networks and have made it possible for part-timers to enjoy a strong presence in the global music landscape. Part-time producers, artists, and DJ’s enjoy making music while still managing their ‘day gig’, family, and other commitments. MIW is the perfect resource for this new generation of part-time music makers.
There’s nothing more fun than getting together with friends on the weekends and making some great music. Our hands-on training programs can get you trained quick and easy so you can spend more time making music and less time making noise.
If you just like to mess around with music as a hobby, look no further. MIW has courses that are perfect for hobbyists who just want to have fun but don’t feel like spending 4 years and $$$$ at some college just to get the same training.
MIW in the Community
We love our community.
That's why we have spent the last 15 years producing and sponsoring free workshops, clinics, panels, and other cool activities.
Part of our mission includes serving special needs groups including inner city youth, veterans, visually impaired, and wheel chair bound.
We have partnered up with a number of not for profit organizations including Make a Wish Foundation, Boys and Girls Clubs, and YMCA in order to provide fun activities for youth and adults from all walks of life.
Working together with government agencies and community organizations such as the Mayor's Office, Chicago Public Schools, Chicago Park District, and others, we strive to make a difference in the lives of those we serve.
DePaul University - Music and Entertainment Career Fair (02.29.12)
MIW is proud to be a sponsor and contributor to the 10th Annual DePaul University Music and Entertainment Career Fair. MIW has been a part of this fair since day one.
This year MIW will host a free DJ / producer workshop featuring dj-producer-remix guru Brian Boncher. This will be an exciting event so don't miss it.
The event, which is hosted by the DePaul Music Businss organization, will be a valuable networking opportunity for college students and graduates alike who are searching for job opportunities or internships for the spring and summer.
9th Annual Creative Chicago Expo (March 23-24)
MIW is once again sponsoring and supporting the 9th annual Creative Chicago Expo. Every year we host a free workshop at the Expo.
This year's workshop will feature MIW instructors and industry gurus Randy Chertkow - author of the Indie Band Survival Guide, Janie Jennings - president of Industry Works (Twista, Scareface), and Coleen Spapperi - president of Star Sounds (Artist Dev / Management).
This free panel discussion will cover the state of music in Chicago and how local artists can make a living as an entrepreneur in music. This will be an awesome event so don't miss it!
MIW Friends and Affiliates
We would like to thank the following organizations for their positive contributions to the music community and their continued support. Together we share a common goal - to help shape the lanscape of today's new music industry and to provide valuable resources for this important creative landscape. These companies represent the very best in their field and we are proud to work with them to help create opportunities for music to be created, shared, and enjoyed.
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