Are you a young woman of color interested in songwriting and music production?

Join Mixing the Future (MXTF).

For girls aged 16 - 20, living in Washington DC, MXBM is excited to host their first ever summer program with funding and support from the Washington Area Women’s Foundation’s Rock Star Fund and the Youth Advisory Board of the DC Girl’s Coalition!

Application Deadline: Monday May 27, 2024

Program Dates: From the First Week of June, culminating in a performance at the end of August

Time Commitment: Approximately 3 - 5 hrs/week

Hybrid: Virtual & In Person, All Locations are Metro Accessible

Please contact Deb at mixedbymitra@gmail.com if you have any questions.

Activities Involved:

  • Enter the program with a song already written, or a polished draft

  • Attend biweekly virtual sessions to learn about and reflect on the creative process of musical artists

  • Use Reaper (or a DAW of your choice) to make your beat

  • Record your song

  • Talk about your music and artistry in a recorded ‘Artist Interview’

  • Design cover art for your single, and write your Artist Bio

  • Perform live at the Final Showcase