About MRI Programs
The Heart of MRI
At the heart of Media Rhythm Institute lies MRI Programs, where creativity meets education to inspire and equip Baltimore’s next generation of innovators. Since our founding in 2017, MRI Programs have empowered youth through media arts education, combining creativity with STEM to provide students the skills needed to excel academically, explore their passions, and develop into future entrepreneurs.
Our programs cover a wide range of media and arts-based training, including dance, hip-hop music composition, filmmaking, DJ’ing, and more. From in-depth semester-long classes to engaging one-hour workshops, MRI Programs cater to students of all ages and skill levels.
We are proud to partner with key organizations such as Baltimore City Public Schools, Baltimore City’s YouthWorks programs, and numerous other local initiatives to reach the next generation.
Through a focus on art and workforce development, MRI Programs are building future leaders in the creative community. Our students not only develop their artistic skills but also learn how to apply those skills to become responsible, innovative entrepreneurs who can drive meaningful change in their communities.
Whether it’s through music, dance, filmmaking, or other forms of media, MRI Programs provide a platform for young creatives to explore their potential, gain real-world experience, and prepare for careers in the arts and entertainment industries.
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As adults, we all agree about the many benefits the arts bring to our lives. However, arts education for our youth has become increasingly limited. With MRI Programs, we're dedicated to making sure Baltimore's young creatives receive the best possible training and nurturing so that they may continue to build Baltimore's creative legacy.
Our Programs Include:
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iRhyme
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iDance
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ChannelMe Media
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iSpin
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Expressa
Through these programs, we offer media arts enrichment programming for youth in kindergarten through high school and media arts workforce development for young adults in community settings.
iRhyme
Music Enrichment Program
iRhyme is a music enrichment program that focuses on delivering music education through an entrepreneurial lens. This program aims to help young music creatives build skills in the processes of songwriting, audio production, vocal recording, and performance. Beyond creating music content, MRI music professionals help youth navigate important professional concepts within the music industry to help make the connections between pursuing passions and successful independent artistry.
iDance
Hip-Hop & Baltimore Club Dance Program
iDance is a movement based education program that fuses local dance culture and hip hop to guide youth through the processes of choreography, dance performance, and dance production.
Taught by dance professionals, iDance is suited for beginner to advanced dance levels interested in strengthening their skills in hip hop and Baltimore based dance techniques.
Beyond technical skill building, iDance provides a safe learning space to explore collaboration and team building, positive self expression, and self esteem.
ChannelMe Media
Photography, Filmmaking, & Visual Media Program
Channel Me Media is a visual enrichment program that focuses on developing skills in filmmaking, photography, journalism, and digital media content creation.
This program targets young visual artists and gives them education on, and access to professional equipment, software, and hands on experience creating digital and electronic media. Beyond learning the processes of pre and post media production, creatives are encouraged to use visual expression to explore self identity and social issues.
iSpin
All Ages
iSpin is a music education program that provides hands on lessons focusing on the introductory and advanced techniques in the art of DJing. Students will learn about the proper equipment that is needed in order to DJ, how to maintain, use, and care for DJing equipment, as well as beat mixing and scratching.
Students will also gain experience using their skills to DJ in class exhibitions and for community and youth events.
Expressa
Latin American Music Program
Expressa es un programa de enriquecimiento musical que se centra en ofrecer educación musical a través de una lente empresarial. Este programa tiene como objetivo ayudar a los jóvenes creativos musicales a desarrollar habilidades en los procesos de composición de canciones, producción de audio, grabación vocal e interpretación. Más allá de crear contenido musical, los profesionales de la música mri ayudan a los jóvenes a navegar conceptos profesionales importantes dentro de la industria de la música para ayudar a establecer las conexiones entre la búsqueda de pasiones y el arte independiente exitoso.