Brian Stephens – GRAMMY Museum

24 Mar

Music of the Civil Rights Movement

Music always has been a part of political movements, and the American Civil Rights Movement is one of the strongest echo of this belief. The civil rights movement in the 1950s & 1960s have once been described as the greatest singing movement in our nation’s history. Many of the songs grew out of the rich [...]

22 Mar

Electronic Music Production Lesson 1: Introduction

Brian Stephens

From this lesson plan, students will be able to create a new project and understand the interface of a Digital Audio Workstation, and create their first loop and drum beat. DOWNLOAD LESSON PLAN Age Group: Grades 6 to College

22 Mar

Video Production Lesson 1: Introduction

Brian Stephens

From this lesson plan, students will be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of using a DSLR camera, demonstrate an understanding of professional shooting techniques, choose professional frame rates and resolutions, and practice shooting with the camera and adjusting settings. DOWNLOAD LESSON PLAN Age Group: Grades 6 to College

20 Mar

Revisit: X: 40 YEARS OF PUNK IN LOS ANGELES

Brian Stephens

ABOUT THE EXHIBIT On October 13, 2017, the GRAMMY Museum opened X: 40 Years of Punk in Los Angeles, an exhibit that celebrated four decades since the band X’s formation, and offered visitors a glimpse into how their four original members – Exene Cervenka, John Doe, Billy Zoom, and DJ Bonebrake – quickly established the [...]

19 Mar

GRAMMY Museum Daily Staff Picks on Spotify

Brian Stephens

Bringing you some music to enjoy at home during this time of social distancing, we’re excited to announce that the GRAMMY Museum will also be sharing daily playlists curated by our staff on Spotify, including the guest services and security team members in an effort to continue keeping all employees engaged during this closure. Follow [...]

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