Great overall article with lots of resources for Music Technology exploration and creation!

Provided by Ms. Henley’s class!

Audio Production and and Music Technology for Students

“The US Library of Congress has unveiled Citizen DJ, a digital tool that allows you to remix sounds from its massive collection of film, television, video and sound recordings. It was created by “innovator in residence”

Check out the video in this awesome article, exploring the creation of Citizen DJ, here.

Ableton has created a “book” of sorts, a starter’s guide in creating music. Check out the link, here.

“In these lessons, you’ll learn the basics of music making. No prior experience or equipment is required; you’ll do everything right here in your browser.”

Check out this awesome exploratory website designed and created by Ableton, here.

Thundercat breaks down his favorite basslines in music history in this episode of “Under the Influences”

“Thundercat Breaks Down His Favorite Basslines”

Check out the article, outlining the importance of Sam Cooke’s “A Change Is Gonna Come” in advocating for social justice.

“Protest Soul: Music for Healing a Broken World”

Check out this article outlining historical events in the Bronx, leading to the creation of hip-hop.

“How The Burning Of The Bronx Led To The Birth Of Hip-Hop”

“Finneas talks collaborating on music with his sister, Billie Eilish, why he’s grateful for their gradual success on SoundCloud before “Ocean Eyes” hit and identifies random real-life sounds hidden in their biggest songs.” Check out his awesome sampling technique!

I had the awesome opportunity to share my Music Tech and History of Hip-Hop curricula with students and teachers at my alma matter, the University of Rhode Island. Special thanks to URI’s NAfME Chapter and Dr. Audrey Cardany for inviting me!

At BHS, we decorate doors to create awareness for Black History Month. I decided to display Public Enemy’s “Fight The Power”, with lyrics and a handout from The Rap Yearbook.