classes at
machine Montclair
Learn. Create. Build Your Craft.
Machine Montclair Hosts hands-on classes through
LionLike Institute of the Arts - LIOTA, connecting students with working artists, Musicians, Writers and Creators.
What We Offer
From multi-week creative programs to one-day experiences. Machine Montclair offers hands-on classes led by working Artists and Creative Professionals. Explore current programs below.
12 Week Programs - Final is Group Cohort Recital Presentation.
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Develop Your voice through poetry, creative writing, storytelling and live performance.
12 weeks - Final Project: Published Cohort Poetry Collection
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Explore lyric writing, song structure, melody and the creative process with THEEZ. with Pop up Guest Lectures
12 weeks - Final Goal: Write, Complete and perform an Original Song
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Explore painting techniques, composition and personal artistic expression.
12 weeks - Final Goal: Complete an Original Group Exhibition at Machine
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Learn the fundamentals of beat making, sampling, drum programming, arrangement and developing your own sound.
12 weeks - Final Goal: Produce and complete original beat for a Cohort Beat Tape
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Learn DJ fundamentals, gear, set up, break down; mixing, transitions, music selection and live performance.
12 week - Final Goal: Perform live DJ set
More than a Class
Learn
Build real creative skills through hands-on instruction with working artists.
Create
Turn what you learn into original work - poetry, music, visual art and performance.
Complete
Every multi-week program works toward a tangible final project or creative milestone.
Showcase
Share your work through publications, recordings, exhibitions or live presentations at Machine Montclair.
