With social distancing in full effect due to the COVID-19 virus, it can be challenging to remain positive as a musician.
Duluth, Georgia based Atlanta Institute of Music and Media (AIMM) is pleased to share that their music program, widely recognized as the best online music program, has seen significant interest from those looking to continue their education and developing their skills in the industry. Following an official COVID-19 update, the school may also exercise their option to start classes for their Spring quarter online, resuming instruction on campus pending federal and state guidance.
Nite Driscoll, President of Atlanta Institute of Music and Media, says, “We are the premier school for those looking to attend the best programs, and we provide the extensive education that no other accredited music college can match. With social distancing in force, we can provide our Online Music Program to every student across the globe who wants to pursue a career as a musician, in audio production and in recording engineering with our industry-leading instructors.
The KAKE ABC news site recently published an article on the upswell of interest in the academy’s Music Production degree. The article highlights the fact that AIMM provides a comprehensive curriculum of classroom instructions, stage performances, computer labs, recording studios and life clinics. In it, Driscoll states, “All of our programs are well rounded, providing students with the specifically tailored education they need to develop their skills and knowledge to prepare for employment in a variety of fields. Helping our passionate and talented musicians, sound engineers, audio producers and media students achieve their potential and success across a wide variety of career paths is our mission. In an ever changing industry, we will ensure that our curriculum adapts to meet the needs of our students.”
Student feedback echoes the quality of the education that AIMM provides on online sites such as Google, Niche and more. One Niche review, for instance, says, “About a year ago, I started doing some soul-searching, wondering what I wanted to do with my life. I was 23 at the time; no kids, single, own apartment and own car, yet I wasn’t happy. I was working a job I disliked and feeling I was just living to pay bills. I knew ever since I was 11 years old that I love writing poetry, rhymes and raps. So, I figured then that I should do something in music.”
The review continues, “I started looking at the different fields I could do and came across audio engineering and audio post production. I thought those were the dream careers I had been looking for. I then started searching for colleges near me that have the program, but none were to my liking. Then, I came across the Atlantic Institute of Music and Media, where I’ve found my match! Down to the degree, the fact that they offer internships and jobs in overall experience and location of the school, this is my #1 choice. I’m excited to see what the future holds.”
Many other reviews are available online for those who are seriously considering enrolling at the academy. AIMM also offers an Online Music and Technology Certificate with a Focus in Guitar or Bass, which allows any guitarist or bassist to learn from the comfort of their own home and continue to receive the same excellent techniques, instructions and courses from industry-leading instructors. This 100% online program is designed to help students further their musical, recording and engineering abilities. All the credits received as part of the Online Music Certificate are fully transferable to the Associate of Applied Science in Music and Technology Degree.
Nite Driscoll continues, “Many students like the flexibility of our Online Certificate in Music and Technology as they can schedule and learn in their own time and in their own home. Our affordable programs allow students to learn to manage their own time in our immersive courses. Although we would normally encourage prospective students to take a tour of AIMM if they live near Atlanta, we have closed our campus until at least April 5th. However, more information about our full range of programs and financial aid facilities is available online.”
Those interested in the Online Music Certificate from Atlanta Institute of Music and Media can visit their website to find out more and begin the application process. Many student resources and articles on industry opportunities can also be found on this site. Further inquiries may be directed to Nite Driscoll, and those who are active on social media are invited to follow AIMM on their preferred platforms, including Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Chances are you don't remember the first time you heard of the "coronavirus," now titled COVID-19. When the word was spreading around it was being compared to "just the flu" or simply a virus that other parts of the world were dealing with, not the United States of America.
The Atlanta Institute of Music and Media (AIMM), based in Duluth, Georgia, is pleased to report that interest in their Music Production Degree has exceeded expectations. They are now offering an Associate of Applied Science in Music Production and Audio for Media Program for those interested in pushing their technical recording and sound engineering skills to professional levels in the rapidly changing audio industry.
Nite Driscoll, President of Atlanta Institute of Music and Media, says, “All of our programs are well rounded, providing students with the specifically tailored education they need to develop their skills and knowledge to prepare for employment in a variety of fields. Helping our passionate and talented musicians, sound engineers, audio producers and media students achieve their potential and success across a wide variety of career paths is our mission. In an ever changing industry, we will ensure that our curriculum adapts to meet the needs of our students.
AIMM utilizes a well-rounded curriculum of classroom instructions, stage performances, computer labs, recording studios and life clinics to provide the extensive education that no other accredited music college can match. Those with a passion for music or media can learn from both sides of the studio in an environment that is designed to help them excel.
In addition to the skills they master at the Atlanta music production college, students are also given the opportunity to become Pro Tools Certified when they complete their program. This is the entry point for becoming Avid Certified, which is often required for job applicants in this arena.
Recently AIMM published an Ultimate Guide to Singing, which was featured on the KTVN news site as well as News 9, Street Insider, USA Today and many others. Their guide covers a variety of basics, such as vocal techniques, warm-up strategies, what vocalists should and should not consume before a performance, the best equipment for singers and so on. It even enumerates several habits that aspiring singers should avoid. Nite Driscoll is quoted saying, "What separates a talented individual from a prodigy is not their raw talent, as many believe, but how they develop it. Vocal talent is a mix of technique, determination and practice, and only those who find a balance of these factors can elevate their singing to the next level and become outstanding individuals."
Helping their students find that balance for their own skills is how the Atlanta Institute of Music and Media trains and develops raw talent into professionals who can forge successful careers in their chosen fields. As an accredited music college, students benefit from the instruction and guidance of those who have already navigated many of the challenges they will face. Nurturing their students’ growth and development to become the best in their chosen area is fundamental to each of their programs.
Their Associate of Applied Science in Music Production and Audio for Media Program can be completed in 18 months of accelerated studies, 24 months of full-time enrollment or 30 months of ¾ time enrollment. Graduates will gain an in-depth understanding of recording, mixing and mastering. They will also receive training in Automated Dialogue Replacement (ADR), location sound and sound design for film and gaming.
Complete information about the Atlanta Institute of Music and Media's admissions process is available online, including requirements and the admissions process for both American and international students. Those interested can schedule a tour and inquire how they may transfer to AIMM. The music academy caters to students with special needs as well to ensure that they have equal access to the campus and the curriculum.
Those who wish to apply can do so easily via the Institute’s online application form, which can be accessed through their website. Those who prefer can call a toll free number to speak with a representative before starting their application. Federal Financial aid is available at AIMM under three Title IV Federal Aid Programs: Federal Pell Grant, Federal Direct Loans and Federal Direct PLUS Loans. More information about these programs is available on their website.
Those interested in learning more about the Atlanta Institute of Music and Media can visit the school's website to explore their Degree and Certificate offerings. Student resources and articles on the industry can be found here as well. Nite Driscoll can be reached for further inquiries.
If you're a musician, at some point during your career, you've probably struggled to find a good place to practice.
It's not only hard to find a spot suitable for you, but it's also hard to find a place that won't bother everyone else around you.
If your roommate is trying to study for an exam the next morning, the last thing they want to hear is you playing away at your saxophone. If your significant other had a long day at work, they probably don't want to hear your guitar amp turned up to 11.
A quiet rehearsal space is a godsend for a player looking for a place to practice their art.
After all, instruments are designed and set up to produce beautiful tones, as well as the volume that can project to the back of a concert hall.
You could take precautionary steps like use a mute, but that will alter the tone, and you want to be able to hear yourself playing at full throttle to master your performance-level technique.
You could play your electric guitar or bass quietly or invest in an electronic drum set, but are these the best options?
Below are a few tips that can help you create a quieter rehearsal space without driving your family and friends (and neighbors) crazy.
