The Associate of Art/Science degrees provide more in-depth knowledge and training compared to Certificate in areas ranging from studio recording, music business, artist management, to extensive exploration of harmony, theory, songwriting, and performance techniques on a chosen instrument.
Bass: MI’s Bass Program, led by a world-class staff of professional bassists, combines intensive technical training with performances, equipping you to handle any style from funk to rock, jazz, R&B and more.
Drum: MI’s Drum program is constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of drummers and the workplace, going beyond traditional drumming skills to include electronic drumming, digital recording, loops and sequencing.
Guitar: MI’s Guitar program introduces players to the basics of guitar playing, including performance, ear training, and melodic soloing. Students gain the tools necessary to be ready to work and perform in all genres, from rock to pop, jazz and beyond.
Horn: MI’s Horns program trains horn players—saxophonists, trombonists, and trumpeters—to work in the contemporary music industry as soloists, section players, readers and improvisers, arrangers and engineers.
Keyboard: MI’s Keyboard Program takes an innovative approach to an instrument that is both deeply traditional and constantly evolving. The unique curriculum combines traditional keyboard performance with cutting-edge keyboard-based technology.
Songwriting: MI’s Songwriting Program is designed to create versatile songwriters who will have the skills to steadily work in today’s modern music industry. Students will be immersed in the entire process it takes to write a song, from ideation to writing lyrics, to recording and production.
Vocal: MI’s Vocal program surrounds you with a supportive network of teachers and students who challenge you to explore your stylistic identity and advance your technological knowledge while enhancing your confidence as a professional vocalist.
September 2025
Musicians Institute
6752 Hollywood Boulevard,
Hollywood,
Arkansas,
90028, United States
The admissions procedure is selective and based on factors including:
Recorded audition or written test (where applicable)
Written application
Prior experience
Evidence of desire for career advancement and commitment to an intensive educational program