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Atlanta Institute of Music and Media (AIMM), based in Duluth, Georgia, is pleased to acknowledge that alumnus Stephen Freeman is currently on tour with Kendrick Lamar as a keyboardist. AIMM is an accredited music college that offers multiple programs for keyboardists and other aspects of music production.

One of the main courses offered by the Atlanta keyboard school is the Music and Technology Associate Degree, with Keyboard Concentration for musicians that want to master the keyboard and also learn how to professional track, mix and master music. For keyboardists that would prefer to focus purely on performance skills, AIMM also offers the Performance Certificate in Keyboard. Just like Freeman, alumni can expect a range of great opportunities upon graduation. Freeman graduated from the Atlanta Institute of Music and Media in 2014. He has been passionate about playing keyboard for over 15 years, and he has had the opportunity to perform with Method Man, Mary J. Blige, Jessie J, Jordin Sparks and Tyrese. As of 2022, Freeman is currently touring with Kendrick Lamar as a keyboardist.

The success of AIMM course graduates serves as unequivocal evidence of the effectiveness of their courses. Numerous accomplished alumni also attest to the value of the courses provided by AIMM. Some of the noteworthy graduates are KEYZBABY, or Jay Foye, who co-produced WAP, a song that peaked at No. 1 on the US charts; Kesha Lee, an engineer who won a Grammy for her work on Childish Gambino's This Is America; and Tosin, an incredible guitarist and founder of the band, Animals as Leaders. AIMM alumnus Stephen Freeman represents yet another name that has been added to the list of the Institute’s success stories.

AIMM is an accredited music college that offers two programs for keyboardists and pianists. The first is the Music and Technology Associate Degree: Keyboard Concentration. The other is the Performance Certificate in Keyboard. For those who wish to learn how to track, mix and master music like their favorite professionals, the associate degree is the best path. In addition to mastering keyboard skills, the degree also teaches the best practices and insider techniques for music production. For musicians who are interested in honing their performance and keyboard talents, the Performance Certificate is the ideal option, plus they can complete the certificate in just 12 months full-time. Both programs assist keyboardists in elevating their skillset, teaching music theory and making life-long music industry connections. This is much more than simply signing up for private lessons or piano lessons.

The Atlanta Institute of Music and Media offers gifted keyboardists a conducive environment to improve their musical abilities and performing skills. As a student in one of AIMM’s programs, they will get the opportunity to study under some of the most celebrated faculty in the region. As such, Atlanta keyboard students receive an education with an innovative approach. The Institute understands the musical world is constantly changing and evolving, and the curriculum is kept fresh and implemented with cutting-edge technology, in order to keep up with the latest trends and developments in the field. Their mission is to prepare the students to shine in the demands of college life as well as assemble them for their professional music careers well into the future.

AIMM is the only Music College that combines organic keyboard instrumentation with technical recording components. This means that students have an opportunity to learn the very best music production techniques so that they can record, mix and master like their favorite professional producers. Students even have the opportunity to become AVID Pro Tools Certified. All students leave AIMM as well-rounded musicians and ready to make their presence known in the music industry.

For more than three decades, Atlanta Institute of Music and Media has improved the lives of musicians, producers and sound engineers. Through a well-balanced curriculum; a computer lab; classroom instruction; private instruction; DVD, video and audio labs; and live clinics, the Institute has concentrated on delivering a special and successful strategy for the vocational training of musicians, production and engineering students.

To become a student or to learn more about AIMM, interested parties can get in touch with their representatives via phone, email or through their official website.

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Duluth, GA based music school Atlanta Institute of Music and Media (AIMM) recently published a blog post, titled ‘How to Find Your Vocal Range.’ The Institute has established itself as one of the country’s leading providers of musical education, offering majors in a variety of music and media subjects, including but not limited to Music Technology, Music Performance and Recording Arts Technician, and they often share a wealth of information on the industry and more through their blog.

Atlanta Institute of Music and Media President Nite Driscoll states, “If you are aiming to be a singer, finding your vocal range is one of the most critical things you need to do. Learning your vocal range will also teach you more about your voice type, understand your weak spots, measure your progress in voice training and choose the right songs for your voice. As you grow and learn, if you want to expand your vocal range, knowing your current range serves as a starting point. This means that a knowledge of their vocal range is vital to any singer.”

As AIMM explains, a vocal range is the scope of notes (from the lowest note to the highest note) that an individual can comfortably sing in their chest voice. The notes in one’s vocal range have to be fully projected and not sung in falsetto or their head voice. There are different vocal ranges, and they are also described as vocal types: soprano, alto, tenor, baritone and bass.

The center of a vocal range is the tessitura. This is the set of notes that a singer can reliably project following a vocal warm-up, and they should be able to confidently belt this set. While vocalists may feel comfortable singing notably low or high notes within their range, if they cannot belt them out at maximum volume, it means that they are not within their tessitura or typical range.

According to Atlanta Institute of Music and Media, the best reason for anyone to know their vocal range is so they can pick the type of songs that fit their voice. For instance, people with a lower range can easily emulate Johnny Cash. Those with a higher range might relate to Beyonce or Freddie Mercury. Anyone in the middle might be able to perform Billie Eilish’s songs. Being able to choose the right song to sing will do wonders for an aspiring singer’s career.

To find a vocal range, AIMM says anyone concerned should begin by identifying the lowest note they can sing. The blog post explains further, saying “Find middle C (C4) on the piano and sing a consistent vowel sound like ‘ah,’ ‘ee’ or ‘oo,’ matching your voice to the C4 note. Now, go down all white keys and sing to each note until you reach the lowest recognizable pitch you can sustain. The last note you can sing comfortably without croaking or breathing is your low note.” The same process done in reverse will help establish the singer’s highest note, and their vocal range is what is between their lowest note and their highest note. More information can be found on AIMM's blog.

For those who are passionate about singing and want to pursue a career in the industry, knowing their vocal range is just the start. If they want to be on the fast track to becoming a professional and well-compensated singer, they should think about attending an accredited music college — such as Atlanta Institute of Music and Media.

AIMM has two programs with a vocal concentration that will help aspiring singers expand their range, perfect their pitch and completely master their singing abilities. Atlanta Institute of Music and Media also offers additional degrees, such as the Music and Technology Associate Degree: Vocal Concentration, which can give singers an additional skill boost by teaching them how to track, mix and master music.

Those who want to learn more about Atlanta Institute of Music and Media and the variety of programs on offer can find more information on their website. The Institute encourages interested parties to get in touch with Nite Driscoll or another member of the team directly via email or phone. Further, Atlanta Institute of Music and Media can also be reached through the contact form on their website. They also have a Facebook page where they post updates and share additional information and communicate with the community.

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As a singer, finding your vocal range is one of the most important things you can do for your career.

Learning your vocal range will also allow you to know your voice type, learn your weak spots, measure your progress in voice training, and choose the right songs for your voice.

Also, if you eventually want to expand your vocal range, understanding your current range gives you a starting point.

Let's begin!

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Atlanta Institute of Music and Media (AIMM), an accredited music college from Atlanta that offers various music degrees and certificates, has released a guide that novice singers who are preparing for a singing audition can learn from.

A spokesperson for AIMM talks about the article offering the best vocal audition tips for singers by saying, “We are always publishing new and interesting content to help those who want to enter the music industry. Regardless of the path you want to take to make it big, the learning never stops. Whether you want to be a producer, instrumentalist, or singer, there is always a new challenge to overcome and a new milestone to accomplish. With this latest blog post, we are focusing on vocalists who want to prepare for a vocal audition. This could be a local or national singing competition, musical audition, or even auditioning for a music school like AIMM. The new blog provides tips for music auditions, the mindset to attack the audition with, and even suggestions for recorded virtual auditions. We urge you to go through the article yourself. It will give you a leg up if you are currently in the process of auditioning. If you are still in the early stages of your musical journey, consider learning more about AIMM and how we can help your dreams come true.”

The blog post begins by acknowledging that auditioning can be a stressful experience as a lot is riding on it. It is natural to get nervous and, consequently, to deliver a performance that doesn’t fully match one’s capabilities. To ease this harrowing experience, the article recommends a few techniques to strengthen one’s mindset.

The article says that singers should choose a song that they are comfortable with and well-versed in. It doesn’t necessarily have to be easy or trivial to sing but the singer should be familiar with its intricacies to be able to nail every note. Singers should also take care of their voice which is their primary “instrument” by doing proper vocal warm-ups, singing from the diaphragm, resting the voice, performing breathing exercises, and staying hydrated before the audition.

It is also important to know what kind of gig or talent show one is auditioning for. It helps to ask oneself questions about the event such as what talents and vibe the audition organizers are looking for, what is the next step after the audition, how many songs need to be prepared, do they emphasize the musical skills, vocal, singing skills, styles, or the characteristics and the appearance of the singer, and more.

Once all details about the auditions are ascertained, it is time for the positive pep talk to motivate oneself to put the best foot forward when standing on the audition stage. The music industry is very competitive, and self-belief is an important quality to survive the challenges it can pose. The audition is destined to be a stepping-stone and believing in oneself is just the first hurdle to clear to have a long career in the music industry.

The article then asks the performers to maintain a compelling stage presence that can make the audience root for them. The more engaging the performance, the more likely the judges will pick the candidate. It is also recommended to dress according to the aesthetic expected by the event. After the performance is over, regardless of the result, the singers should always thank the judges for the opportunity professionally and courteously. Finally, the blog post also offers some tips for virtual auditions such as ensuring proper audio quality, correct framing within the audition video, appropriate lighting, and a pleasing backdrop.

Recently, the Atlanta music school launched another blog post titled AIMM's Ultimate Guide to Singing that gives tips for aspiring singers to improve their vocal chops. Readers who want to talk to a representative from the music school for more information about its many courses can contact AIMM at (770) 242-7717 or admissions@aimm.edu.

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Atlanta Institute of Music and Media, an accredited music college from Atlanta that has trained some of the most prominent names in modern music, is urging those with ambitions of starting a music production studio to find out exactly how they can get started from home. More information can be found in the blog post: https://www.aimm.edu/blog/start-music-production-company-at-home.

The music industry recorded a staggering $8 billion in revenue in 2021, a significant increase compared to its numbers over the last decade. Since streaming services have become mainstream and due to the introduction of countless online platforms to promote one’s music that increases the chances of one going viral, even creators with humble origins can make it big. Case in point, one of the music industry’s biggest breakout stars of the last couple of years, Billie Eilish recorded her songs and uploaded them to the music sharing website Soundcloud where they gained traction and eventually netted her a record deal. These stories are not uncommon and with the barriers to entry, such as hardware and software, being lower than ever, there has never been a better time to chart a career in music.

According to AIMM’s blog post on the topic, those who want to produce music from the comfort of their home should consider soundproofing the room of the home where they intend to work and giving it the acoustic treatment. Soundproofing reduces sound leakage from inside the home studio to the outside world. Acoustic treatment involves the control of reverberation and echoes inside the studio to enable the musician to capture the best sound. Once the home studio is built, they will need equipment such as a desktop computer or laptop, a copy of audio software or a digital audio workstation (DAW) such as AVID Pro Tools, Ableton Live, or FL Studio, a soundboard, an audio interface, a USB microphone, XLR mic cable, mic stand, a pop filter, and headphones or a pair of studio monitors.

Once the equipment and space are ready, it is time to upgrade one’s skills. AIMM recommends learning the basics such as creating a MIDI with a piano roll, creating an audio track enabled to record, and setting the input source to the webcam if recording, in the software or DAW of choice. A music school such as AIMM will cover all these basics and many more advanced topics that will put a student’s skills at par with the professionals working in the industry.

The next step is getting a formal business set up by starting a company, preferably an LLC. This can involve filing paperwork and taxes, depending on the state one is in. The company should be the artist’s brand which should then be marketed on as many online social media platforms as possible. They should upload their creations to popular streaming and music hosting services to reach the widest audience. The artist should also make contacts with industry professionals and tastemakers such as those who control streaming playlists and curate the music for local and college radio stations. Other marketing tools include business cards and a website. Finally, all these marketing efforts should be used to collaborate with local artists. This not only helps one broaden their music horizons but also lets them tap into the fan bases of established artists.

A spokesperson for AIMM talks about what the music college can do for those wondering how to become a music producer by saying, “The dream of being a music producer is accessible, now more than ever before. If you work hard consistently, you can make a stable living and you even have a chance of reaching the pinnacle of success. If you need a boost to your skills, AIMM offers extensive lessons, courses, and programs for music producers. AIMM offers multiple programs for producers, including the Certificate in Music Production which is offered both online and on-site on campus, and the Music Production and Audio for Media Associate Degree.”

Atlanta Institute of Music and Media can be contacted for inquiries at the phone number (770) 242-7717 or the email address admissions@aimm.edu.

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The Atlanta Institute of Music and Media, based in Georgia, will be hosting the Release Show for an EP, by The Illustrated, on the 12th of June 2022, from 7pm to 10pm (with doors opening at 6pm). The accredited music college offers a wide range of degrees and certificates for musicians. Programs cover music production, guitar, bass, drums, keyboard and vocals. AIMM also hosts events and live shows for the students and alumni, which are often open to the public as well.

The Illustrated is celebrating the release of their EP, titled ‘Where The Faces Change.’ The band, which is composed of multiple AIMM alumni, will be joined by two additional bands.

The special guests include Rae and the Ragdolls and Velvet Willow. The event is completely free to attend and open to students, alumni and the general public. The college provides an innovative, hands-on experience for musicians and media students near Atlanta, and hosting shows such as this, particularly for alumni performers, is yet another way for students to immerse themselves in the industry. The Illustrated EP Release Show also provides a spotlight for alumni and local musicians.

The Atlanta Institute of Music and Media has been enriching the lives of musicians, producers and sound engineers for over three decades. Their staff have focused on providing a unique and effective strategy for the vocational training of musicians, production and engineering students through a well-balanced curriculum, a computer lab, classroom instruction, private instruction, DVD, video and audio labs and live clinics. Experienced and qualified instructors provide insight to the industry (as well as tips and tricks of the trade).

For more information about AIMM, students and other interested parties are invited to contact the Institute directly. Alternatively, they can learn more about AIMM’s programs via their official website and social media platforms.

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The Atlanta Institute of Music and Media, based in Duluth, GA, is encouraging music producers to learn an instrument as part of their education. Much like building a certain muscle makes the body work more fluidly as a whole, the Institute says that experience playing an instrument can enhance their capabilities in music production.

To illustrate their point, the Atlanta Institute of Music and Media recently published a new blog post that delves further into the subject. Titled ‘Why Music Producers Should Learn an Instrument,’ the post says, “Many successful producers still have a background in instrumentation. Even if you're not a master of the instrument, having experience playing an instrument is critical. It helps you understand and relate to the musician you're working with and ultimately elevates your craft. Consider this, too — the music industry is incredibly competitive, so any advantage you can get over the competition will help set you apart.”

In essence, playing an instrument opens up the artist’s perception of numerous aspects of music, including music theory and other notable concepts that they might miss if they attempted to stick solely to production. A good producer can mix hundreds of sounds (or more) to create a song they like. With a background in instrumentation, their instincts will naturally have a much deeper pool of understanding to pull from, and this will be quite evident in their output.

If an individual had to pick an instrument for the express purpose of improving their talents as a music producer, AIMM says they recommend the piano or a keyboard. “A producer with little or no understanding of music theory can try their best, but a person with a strong music theory background and knowledge has a massive advantage. Essentially, they have a built-in blueprint on how to start creating music and how each additional piece can be integrated. It's all about expanding your ‘tool kit,’ so to speak.” Learning piano includes much of this, from keys, chords and scales to tones, pitches, sheet music and more. Electronic music producers in particular stand to gain a great deal by learning the keyboard.

Alternatively, the Institute also recommends that students consider learning what is known as a ‘single voice instrument,’ such as violins, cellos and other string instruments. Since overlapping rhythms cannot be played in the same way they can on a piano, this produces a restriction that musicians have to be creative to get around. AIMM acknowledges that songs contain numerous instruments, samples and other elements that contribute to the final product, but this is not the only aspect of music that a student should know. By learning a single voice instrument, they will learn to explore music in a more intimate degree than simply aiming for a final product.

Any student who looks into the matter today will soon learn that there is no need to learn an instrument to be a music producer. Success is not determined by a knowledge of instruments alone, so they may want to eschew this part of their education in order to get started earlier. However, AIMM deeply advises them to learn an instrument because it will offer them a great deal of opportunities as well as potential for growth as time goes on and their career progresses.

Fortunately, they will not have to take this journey alone. The Atlanta Institute of Music and Media offers a comprehensive Music and Technology Associate Degree that combines music production techniques and education with in-depth training in one a selection of instruments. Students may choose between learning the guitar, bass, drums, keyboard or vocals when they pursue AIMM's music degrees, developing a strong understanding of music theory under the guiding hand of their faculty.

AIMM has produced many musical talents who have gone on to have extremely illustrious careers, and the institution is adept at preparing students for various aspects of the modern music industry. As a result, anyone who wants to implement a solid foundation for their music career could scarcely do better than if they signed up with the Atlanta Institute of Music and Media.

Further details can be found on AIMM’s website. Similarly, students and other interested parties may contact the Institute directly to follow up on any further inquiries.

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Atlanta Institute of Music and Media (AIMM), a music college from Atlanta, Georgia, is an Avid Pro Tools Training Partner that is offering its students the means to obtain a Pro Tools certification. The music college is urging new and potential students to find out more about the benefits of earning a Pro Tools Certificate as it dramatically increases one’s skills with the software and increases employability for getting one’s foot into the industry.

Pro Tools by Avid Technology is an industry-standard Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) that is used extensively in the television, movie, and music industries. The software can be used for a wide variety of tasks such as music creation, music production, sound design, audio post-production, audio mixing, sound recording, editing, and mastering. Pro Tools comes packed with features such as professional-quality music and audio management tools, dynamic recording, MIDI, and score editing tools, studio-staple sound processors, and full mixing automation.

A spokesperson for AIMM explains the ubiquity of Pro Tools by Avid in the creative content creation and news reporting industries by saying, “There is no better word to describe it than calling it the industry default. Whether you want to make music and land on Billboard or you are looking for a stable career in Atlanta’s burgeoning media industry as an audio producer, there is no way to avoid this versatile and fully featured software suite. Studying and mastering Pro Tools will give you a leg up in every recording and mastering room that you step into. In many cases, having a Pro Tools Certification benefits you when it comes to even being considered for many of these roles as it will separate you from the chaff. If you are looking for the best option to hone your skills with the most popular DAW in the industry right here in Atlanta, there is no other better option to get started than AIMM. Reach out to us today and find out more about how we can help kickstart your career in this exciting and dynamic industry.”

AIMM currently offers 4 Pro Tools Certifications - Avid Certified User: Pro Tools - Pro Tools 101 and Pro Tools 110, Avid Certified User: Pro Tools | Game Audio - Pro Tools 101 and Pro Tools 130, Avid Certified Operator: Pro Tools | Music - Pro Tools 101, Pro Tools 110, Pro Tools 201, and Pro Tools 210M, and Avid Certified Operator: Pro Tools | Post - Pro Tools 101, Pro Tools 110, Pro Tools 201, and Pro Tools 210P.

Fees for a Pro Tools certification and course and the completion exam are set independently by the Avid Learning Partner that an aspirant ends up choosing. They have to purchase a coursebook and other study materials, which includes the cost of certification exams and a single retake if required. Additional retakes are chargeable. However, those that attend AIMM, which is an AVID training partner, will benefit from having their certification costs included in their program's general tuition. Exam results are shown immediately when an exam is completed and submitted for evaluation. Unless a test taker is banned for reasons such as fraud or rule violations, they are allowed unlimited attempts to retake the exam. Students of AIMM are allowed two free attempts due to its status as an AVID training partner. Pro Tools Certification does not expire. However, a successful test taker is only certified for that particular version of the Pro Tools software. Once they’ve passed, they cannot take the exam again for the same version of the Avid product.

Atlanta Institute of Music and Media also offers multiple music production programs, such as the Music Production and Audio for Media Associate Degree and the Certificate in Music Production program which is offered both on-site and 100% online. Readers are also urged to check out a recent press release that details how a student can earn their Pro Tools Certificate with AIMM. AIMM can be contacted at (770) 242-7717 or admissions@aimm.edu for further details.

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