Lawrence Grey interviewed some of today’s top producers, engineers, and behind-the-scenes operators about their work and how they fit into the larger music industry. GRAMMY-winning producer Jasper Harris discussed the creative process in the industry. Lil Nas X's vocal engineer Drew Sliger talked about engineering and mixing. Music manager Hannah Hicks used copyright as a lens to understand the modern music industry.
Lawrence will share clips where the interviewees discuss the creative and technical competencies needed for their different career pathways and the universal skills essential for all music and audio professions. Attendees will leave with classroom-ready media and activities to help students begin envisioning careers in music, podcasts, and other audio professions.
Target Audience
Music Technology, Music Industry, Music Composition
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Clinician Info
Lawrence Grey
Young Producers Group
Lawrence Grey is a lifelong musician, a dedicated educator, and a tireless proponent of music education in schools. Lawrence is the founder of Young Producers Group and serves as the head of curriculum development by designing innovative, engaging curricula that reflect the interests and lived experiences of students. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Composition from New York University (NYU), a Masters Degree in Education from University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), and as an Ableton Certified Trainer, Lawrence’s unique position singularly qualifies him to create curricula and lead a team of forward-thinking educators.