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Sabian Education Network Hosts Los Angeles Event at Musicians Institute

On April 12, 2016, the Sabian Education Network hosted a panel discussion event for drum teachers at Musicians Institute in Hollywood, California. Led by SEN director Joe Bergamini, the panel featured Dave Black, Jeff Bowders, Fred Dinkins, and Pete Gamber…

Modern Drummer
Apr 30, 2016

News: Music Industry Veteran Donny Gruendler Named President of Musicians Institute in Hollywood, CA

Musicians Institute (MI) has announced the appointment of Donny Gruendler as president of the College of Contemporary Music in Hollywood, CA. Having previously served as vice president of Academic Affairs, Gruendler has led MI’s team of academic instructional designers, including…

Modern Drummer
Mar 3, 2016

News: Musicians Institute’s Donny Gruendler Joins Percussive Arts Society’s Drumset Committee

Musicians Institute’s VP of academic affairs, Donny Gruendler, has been added to the Percussive Arts Society’s (PAS) drumset committee. Gruendler spearheaded MI’s School of Performance Studies e-book series, co-authored the Drumset Performance curriculum, authored the Jazz Drumming curriculum, is part…

Modern Drummer
Aug 18, 2015

Thinking about attending music school? Check out 6 Things You Should Consider, a free ebook from Musicians Institute

A new free ebook, 6 Things You Should Consider, is now available for people who are interested in a career in music. If you dream of having a successful career in today’s competitive music industry, you’ll want to start at…

Modern Drummer
May 27, 2015

Musicians Institute’s to Host World-Renowned Musicians for Special Clinics

Musicians Institute (MI), the College of Contemporary Music in Hollywood, CA, has announced its first round of instructors for Summer Shot 2014, the two-week music camp coming to MI’s campus beginning on June 23. In addition to the Hollywood music…

Modern Drummer
May 28, 2014
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Chuck Silverman Memorial at Musicians Institute May 14, 2014

Latin-drumming ambassador, famed educator, and longtime Modern Drummer contributor Chuck Silverman passed away on May 1, 2014. Friends, fans, and colleagues of Chuck’s are invited to celebrate his life this Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at the Musicians Institute concert hall…

Modern Drummer
May 12, 2014

Jason Aldean’s Rich Redmond

Hello MD readers! It has been some time since we last visited here. I am still enjoying life in Nashville, juggling touring, recording, producing, writing, and teaching. I love this life we live as modern drummers! I have played drums…

Modern Drummer
Dec 25, 2013

Musicians Institute Summer Shot 2013

Now in its eighth year, Musicians Institute’s Summer Shot 2013 is a chance to crank up musician’s creative and technical skills with MI’s world-famous, hands-on education. This annual summer program offers intensive one-week courses in performance (bass, drums, guitar, keyboards,…

Modern Drummer
May 22, 2013

Kevin Crabb Hosts Educational Jazz Improv Workshop

Kevin Crabb will be hosting an Educational Jazz Improv Workshop at Musicians Institute on Friday, February 1st. The Jazz Improv Workshop will include an 'all star' band performing original music, taking questions from the audience and will provide an opportunity for…

Modern Drummer
Jan 17, 2013

McHenry County College Drum Clinic

Saturday, April 21, 2012, 12 P.M. (noon) Building B, Conference Room B, McHenry County College, 8900 Route 14, Crystal Lake, IL 60012 (approximately 2 miles northwest of Route 176) Ticket price: $10 With Master of Ceremonies Jeffery Helgeson This year’s clinics include: Greg…

Modern Drummer
Feb 15, 2012
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