Many students connect more deeply when they can learn through music they already know and love. Remixing gives teachers a practical way to turn that interest into meaningful music learning.
In this hands-on session, teachers will learn how to use remixing and AI stem separation to teach core music production skills, including drums, chords, bass, melody, song structure, and arrangement. Using accessible web-based tools that work on laptops, Chromebooks, and iPads, attendees will explore classroom remix workflows that support student choice, creativity, and belonging. Teachers will also learn how to use separated stems to help students listen more closely, understand how songs are built, and create new musical ideas from familiar material.
No music tech experience is required.
Target Audience
grade 5-12 music tech teachers
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Clinician Info
Eric Jao
With 20+ years as a world-touring DJ and producer, Eric Jao (aka DJ Enferno) is a USA DMC Champion and World DMC Runner-Up who has performed for over 3 million people in 36 countries, including touring with Madonna. His credits include Linkin Park and Cirque du Soleil.
Since 2015, Eric has taught K-12 music production through Mix Major. He is an Ableton Certified Trainer, co-creator of Electronic Music ELEMENTS, and has presented for TMEA, OMEA, NJMEA, Berklee, VADOE, AMEI, and Music Will.