Grammy Career Day Held at the University of Hartford
November 02, 2023
Submitted By: Office of Marketing and Communication
Hartt Professor Marcus Thomas partnered with the New York Chapter of the Recording Academy to host Grammy Career Day on Oct. 24. The Hartt School welcomed 67 high school students from four area schools to a half-day conference on the business behind music and entertainment.
Aspiring music business students from Weaver High School, Hartford High School, Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts, and Springfield Conservatory of the Performing Arts spent the morning learning firsthand from seasoned industry professionals. The high school students were joined by several Music and Performing Arts Management students from UHart.
Thomas and the Recording Academy arranged to have nine professionals speak on topics including contracts, artist representation, marketing, brand development, and songwriting. The final discussion of the day featured Prof. Thomas and Chadae Bowler (TIDAL) speaking on the role and importance of internships in the music business.
Thomas was elated about the success of the event, but also its significance, as it allowed young people who aspire to have a music career to connect with leaders in the industry.
"This is one of several innovative initiatives we're working on at The Hartt School to foster stronger relationships with area high schools for the benefit of the students we all serve. I hope we inspire students to learn more about rewarding careers in the music business. As an educator, I want to equip students to become lifelong learners wherever their 'classroom' may be."
You can find a recap of the day’s event on the Recording Academy's website.