Museum of Making Music

Since June, thousands of guests have visited and shared their thoughts about the good of music in their lives. If you haven't already, we invite you to stop by the Museum of Making Music and discover the "What Good is Music?" special exhibition and share your own experiences about the good of music.

We were treated to an impromptu organ jam by Dukes, an amazing San Diego musician! We're so lucky to be part of this community of talented and passionate musicians, and we love being able to provide a space where artists can share their music.

San Diego Sound Project: Daring Greatly

San Diego Sound Project: Daring Greatly Formed in the sunny eastern foothills of Canada's Rocky Mountains, Daring Greatly combines their harmony-rich, rock n' roll with U.S Folk, Americana traditions from the '60s and '70s. The San Diego Sound Project This live music series highlights emerging artists in the San Diego region. It is supported by an advisory committee that includes GRAMMY Award-winning producer and UCSD faculty member Kamau Kenyatta, CSUSM Professor and Center ARTES Executive Director Dr. Merryl Goldberg, Grossmont College Music Department Chair Derek Cannon, Emmy Award-winning composer and MiraCosta College faculty member Christy Coobatis, and Connections Chamber Music Series Co-Founder Bridget Dolkas. Each concert in the series will be presented both in person at the Museum of Making Music and online as a FREE live stream. Special Thanks The San Diego Sound Project was made possible in part by a major grant from The Conrad Prebys Foundation. The Museum's live stream capabilities were enhanced thanks to a grant from the City of Carlsbad's Cultural Arts Office.

The San Diego Sound Project: Mariela Contreras

The San Diego Sound Project: Mariela Contreras Mariela Contreras’ love for poetry and natural ability to write music allows her to capture her life experience through song. Her intimate melodies and lyrics are inspired by love, nature, and the complicated relationship between the heart and mind. In this performance, Mariela will be joined by arranger, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Tonga Ross Ma’u. Together they will debut music she wrote during the COVID-19 pandemic. The San Diego Sound Project This live music series highlights emerging artists in the San Diego region. It is supported by an advisory committee that includes GRAMMY Award-winning producer and UCSD faculty member Kamau Kenyatta, CSUSM Professor and Center ARTES Executive Director Dr. Merryl Goldberg, Grossmont College Music Department Chair Derek Cannon, Emmy Award-winning composer and MiraCosta College faculty member Christy Coobatis, and Connections Chamber Music Series Co-Founder Bridget Dolkas. Each concert in the series will be presented both in person at the Museum of Making Music and online as a FREE live stream. Special Thanks The San Diego Sound Project was made possible in part by a major grant from The Conrad Prebys Foundation. The Museum's live stream capabilities were enhanced thanks to a grant from the City of Carlsbad's Cultural Arts Office.

Show Notes: Mariela Contreras

Show Notes: Mariela Contreras Join us on our "virtual backstage" with singer/songwriter Mariela Contreras! Guest host David Castañeda and Mariela discuss her career in music and share insights to her upcoming performance at the Museum of Making Music.

The San Diego Sound Project: Stacy Antonel

The San Diego Sound Project: Stacy Antonel Stacy Antonel's love for jazz and classic country come together in her original music. Stacy is joined by her trio to perform original music from her forthcoming record, as well as reimagined country and bluegrass standards. This concert is part of the San Diego Sound Project, a series thathighlights emerging groups or artists within the San Diego region. The project is supported by an advisory committee that includes GRAMMY Award winning producer and UCSD faculty member Kamau Kenyatta, CSUSM Professor and Center ARTES Executive Director Dr. Merryl Goldberg, Grossmont College Music Department Chair Derek Cannon, Emmy Award-winning composer and MiraCosta College faculty member Christy Coobatis, and Connections Chamber Music Series Co-Founder Bridget Dolkas. The San Diego Sound Project has been made possible in part by The Conrad Prebys Foundation. The Museum's live stream capabilities were enhanced thanks to a grant from the City of Carlsbad's Cultural Arts Office.

San Diego Sound Project: The Lyrical Groove

San Diego Sound Project: The Lyrical Groove The Lyrical Groove is an award winning band that seamlessly blend spoken word, hip hop, and soul. Kendrick Dial is the conductor of this artistic soul train and serves as dynamic front man and inspiring lyricist. Vocalist Brisa Lauren is his stage ace, and together provide a show like no other.

Show Notes: The Lyrical Groove

Show Notes: The Lyrical Groove Join us for an online discussion with Kendrick Dial and Brisa Lauren, members of the award-winning band, The Lyrical Groove, as part of the Museum's San Diego Sound Project. Our discussion is hosted by renowned San Diego vocalist Daneen Wilburn.

Alex Arango - San Diego Sound Project

Alex Arango - San Diego Sound Project Alex Arango and his five-piece band will present a night of original music that explores the rhythms and styles that influenced him. His set will include Colombian cumbias and Vallenatos performed on the accordion as well as Hip Hop and R&B pieces featuring special guest vocalists. It’s an exciting mix of cultural influences and musical experiences, all with a Latin-American aesthetic.

Show Notes: Alex Arango

Show Notes: Alex Arango Join us for an online discussion with multi-instrumentalist Alex Arango, as part of the Museum's San Diego Sound Project with guest interviewer, Dr. David Castañeda. Alex and David will explore Alex's career in music, his influences, and more!

San Diego Sound Project: Brenda Greggio

San Diego Sound Project: Brenda Greggio Pianist Brenda Greggio shares her love for jazz by performing original compositions, her arrangements of standard tunes, and a few more contemporary pieces. She will be joined by bassist John Murray and drummer Julien Cantelm. Seventeen-year-old Brenda Greggio is a young jazz pianist and composer. Currently a senior in high school at The San Diego School of Creative and Performing Arts, she has been studying classical piano since the age of four and jazz since the age of eight. She has studied with acclaimed musicians such as Gilbert Castellanos and Kamau Kenyatta. She is a student of the Young Lions Jazz Conservatory in San Diego and of the Colburn School in Los Angeles. Brenda was a YoungArt Jazz Composition winner in 2021 and was also selected to be the pianist of the Monterey Jazz Festival’s “Next Generation Women in Jazz Combo” performance in 2020 and 2021.

Show Notes: Brenda Greggio

Show Notes: Brenda Greggio Join us for an online discussion with percussionist Brenda Greggio a as we explore her career and the repertoire that she will be presenting during the Museum's San Diego Sound Project.

MoMM@Home: Robin Sassi and Kimberly Deverell of San Diego Music Studio

MoMM@Home: Robin Sassi and Kimberly Deverell of San Diego Music Studio On this live episode of MoMM@Home, we welcome Robin Sassi and Kimberly Deverell of San Diego Music Studio. We'll learn about their careers, the award-winning music store they've established in Southern California, and the impact they're having on their community and the music products industry. Zach Phillips, Director of Professional Development at NAMM, will be our special guest interviewer for the conversation.

San Diego Sound Project: David Castañeda

San Diego Sound Project: David Castañeda

Show Notes: David Castañeda

Show Notes: David Castañeda

Show Notes: Dr. Ching-Ming Cheng

Show Notes: Dr. Ching-Ming Cheng Join us for an online discussion with Dr. Ching-Ming Cheng and guest interviewer Dr. Merryl Goldberg, as they explore Dr. Cheng's career and the upcoming "Two Pianos, Four Hands" concert with Dr. Janet Kao.

MoMM@Home: Miranda Altman of Little Kids Rock

MoMM@Home: Miranda Altman of Little Kids Rock On this live episode we meet Miranda Altman, Senior Director of Program Operations at Little Kids Rock and active member of Women of NAMM (W.O.N.), a NAMM-backed initiative that supports women in the music products industry to develop their leadership and is passionate about amplifying women's voices in the industry. In our conversation, we'll learn about the impact she is making through her work with WON and Little Kids Rock. Our discussion also welcomes special guest interviewer, Causby Challacombe, Director of Membership at NAMM. Miranda Altman Miranda Altman is the Senior Director of Program Operations at Little Kids Rock, a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to transforming lives by restoring, expanding, and innovating music education in our schools. Since joining the organization in 2009, she has helped expand the mission from serving 35,000 children annually to its current reach of more than 550,000 students today. Throughout the past decade she has worked to grow many programmatic areas of the organization, including the vibrant teacher community, training operations and the organization’s annual professional development conference, the Modern Band Summit. Currently, she provides leadership in areas that include instrument distribution, certification logistics, partner relationships and financial oversight. Miranda is part of the Women of NAMM (WON) 2021 class, a NAMM-backed initiative that supports women in the music products industry to develop their leadership and is passionate about amplifying women's voices in the industry. An avid music maker, she loves organizing staff jam sessions and has led beginner lessons in lead guitar both at the Modern Band Summit and via Little Kids Rock’s YouTube Channel. She is always excited for any opportunity to play and enjoys supporting local bands in her local New York/New Jersey metro area.

We were serenaded by several guests yesterday with this wonderful rendition of "Teach Your Children." So lovely and inspiring! You never know what magic you'll find in the Museum.

MoMM@Home: Music Together at the Beach with Kendra Cogert

MoMM@Home: Music Together at the Beach with Kendra Cogert In this live discussion we'll learn about the "Music Together at the Beach" early music education program with Center Director Kendra Cogert. Music Together is an internationally acclaimed early childhood music and movement program for children from birth through age 5. They offer research-based, fun-filled, developmentally appropriate classes to engage families in active music-making, to enhance the development of the basic music skills of singing in tune and keeping a steady beat.

The San Diego Sound Project: Kathryn Schulmeister

The San Diego Sound Project: Kathryn Schulmeister Kathryn Schulmeister presents “Perspectives of the Bass" as part of the San Diego Sound Project this Friday at the Museum of Making Music. The program features diverse music on the double bass ranging from classical to contemporary. The San Diego Sound Project This live music series highlights emerging artists in the San Diego region. It is supported by an advisory committee that includes GRAMMY Award-winning producer and UCSD faculty member Kamau Kenyatta, CSUSM Professor and Center ARTES Executive Director Dr. Merryl Goldberg, Grossmont College Music Department Chair Derek Cannon, Emmy Award-winning composer and MiraCosta College faculty member Christy Coobatis, and Connections Chamber Music Series Co-Founder Bridget Dolkas. Each concert in the series will be presented both in person at the Museum of Making Music and online as a FREE live stream. Special Thanks The San Diego Sound Project was made possible in part by a major grant from The Conrad Prebys Foundation. The Museum's live stream capabilities were enhanced thanks to a grant from the City of Carlsbad's Cultural Arts Office.

Kathryn Schulmeister

Kathryn Schulmeister Kathryn Schulmeister presents “Perspectives of the Bass" as part of the San Diego Sound Project this Friday at the Museum of Making Music. The program features diverse music on the double bass ranging from classical to contemporary. Today at 2 PM, join us for a live online conversation with Kathryn as we explore her musical career and get a preview of Friday's concert. The San Diego Sound Project This live music series highlights emerging artists in the San Diego region. It is supported by an advisory committee that includes GRAMMY Award-winning producer and UCSD faculty member Kamau Kenyatta, CSUSM Professor and Center ARTES Executive Director Dr. Merryl Goldberg, Grossmont College Music Department Chair Derek Cannon, Emmy Award-winning composer and MiraCosta College faculty member Christy Coobatis, and Connections Chamber Music Series Co-Founder Bridget Dolkas. Each concert in the series will be presented both in person at the Museum of Making Music and online as a FREE live stream. Special Thanks The San Diego Sound Project was made possible in part by a major grant from The Conrad Prebys Foundation. The Museum's live stream capabilities were enhanced thanks to a grant from the City of Carlsbad's Cultural Arts Office.

The San Diego Sound Project: Shua

The San Diego Sound Project: Shua Singer-songwriter Shua's contemporary folk-inspired music connects listeners to the core emotions that flow through the human condition. The San Diego Sound Project This live music series highlights emerging artists in the San Diego region. It is supported by an advisory committee that includes GRAMMY Award-winning producer and UCSD faculty member Kamau Kenyatta, CSUSM Professor and Center ARTES Executive Director Dr. Merryl Goldberg, Grossmont College Music Department Chair Derek Cannon, Emmy Award-winning composer and MiraCosta College faculty member Christy Coobatis, and Connections Chamber Music Series Co-Founder Bridget Dolkas. Each concert in the series will be presented both in person at the Museum of Making Music and online as a FREE live stream. Special Thanks The San Diego Sound Project was made possible in part by a major grant from The Conrad Prebys Foundation. The Museum's live stream capabilities were enhanced thanks to a grant from the City of Carlsbad's Cultural Arts Office.

Show Notes: Shua

Show Notes: Shua Join us for a discussion with singer/songwriter Shua!

Show Notes: Chaz Cabrera

Show Notes: Chaz Cabrera Join us for an online discussion with music educator, musician, and composer Chaz Cabrera.

MoMM@Home: Women of Song with The Decadames

MoMM@Home: Women of Song with The Decadames Three artists share their inspirations behind a music project that pays tribute to prominent female vocalists through the decades.

Show Notes: The Music of Montalban Quintet

Show Notes: The Music of Montalban Quintet Powered by Restream https://restream.io/ The Museum of Making Music invites you to our virtual backstage with Chris Prescott, a member of Montalban Quintet as we take a pre-show look at the group's music and influences. Montalban Quintet performs at the Museum of Making Music on Sunday, September 26, 2021 as part of The San Diego Sound Project.

MoMM@Home: Violinist Jakub Trasak

MoMM@Home: Violinist Jakub Trasak Powered by Restream https://restream.io/ The Museum of Making Music welcomes violinist Jakub Trasak for a special discussion about his career, musical influences, and the connection to his instrument on this live episode of MoMM@Home. Jakub Trasak grew up in the Czech Republic. He began playing violin at the age of three. By age 15, Trasak had recorded three solo CDs, performed hundreds of concerts, and appeared on television in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Germany, and the United Kingdom. He earned a degree in violin and vocal studies at the Conservatory of Jaroslav Jezek in Prague and attended Berklee College of Music on a scholarship to study with the finest teachers in contemporary music. His mentors include Alain Mallet, Jamey Haddad, Dave Samuels, Christian Howes, Eugene Friesen, and Walter Beasley. Jakub has also studied with Mark O’Connor, Darol Anger, Matt Glaser, Buddy Spicher, Natalie McMaster, Rachel Barton, Byron Berline, and other notable musicians. Trasak is a founding member of Rhythm of the Universe, a collaboration that brings together musicians from 90 countries to promote peace and unity through music and music education. He has produced events and performed at Boston Symphony Hall, Berklee College of Music Gala, Community Dispute Settlement Center Gala, Boston’s Hatch Shell, and TEDxBoston.

Our renovation architect, Beatriz Viedma of Archmony Design, created this wonderful highlight video of the newly renovated Museum of Making Music.

MoMM@Home 360° Tour

MoMM@Home: David Castañeda