MIND OF THE NOISE HQ · HOLLYWOOD, CA · SUMMER 2026

Beat School
Summer Camp

A hands-on music production camp for kids 7–13 years old at Mind of the Noise studio in Hollywood. Kids learn to make real beats, write real songs, and perform for a live audience — led by Grammy Recording Academy Member Jason D. Harris.

RESERVE A SPOT — $300/WEEK
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Enroll in Beat School For Kids
for Summer 2026

4
Weeks of Camp

8
Spots available

What Your Child Will Create.

Every day is hands-on. Every project is real.

🎹 Beat-Making — Students build original beats using MIDI controllers and BandLab.

✍️ Songwriting — From first lyric to a complete hook, kids write about their real experiences.

🎤 Recording — Students record vocals over their own productions at MOTN HQ.

🎙 Podcasting — Storytelling and communication skills through guided podcast recording.

🎨 Artist Identity — Producer name, album cover design, and music branding basics.

🌟 Live Performance — Every student is invited to perform at our July 24th Coca-Cola Studio session.

 Four Weeks. One Summer.

July SESSIONS

Each week is a complete standalone program. Every week will include beat making, Dj’ing, songwriting, podcasting, and a weekly a final project. However, we do have themed weeks where we have in-depth lessons around different aspects of the music industry. Enroll for one week or stay all summer.

Monday–Friday | 9am–2pm | Hollywood, CA | For Kids Ages 7-13

Week 01

July 6–10

INTRO TO SOUND & BEATS

  • What is a beat?

  • Rhythm games (clap patterns, percussion)

  • Intro to Bandlab

  • Build first drum loop

  • Sampling basics

Friday Field Trip:

California Science Center
👉 Physics of sound

Week 02

July 13–17

MELODY + ARRANGEMENT

  • Music Production

  • Song structure (intro, hook, verse)

  • Chords + melody building

  • Layering sounds

  • Music inspiration + artist stories

Friday Field Trip:

  • Grammy Museum

Week 03

July 20–24

RECORDING + ARTIST DEVELOPMENT

  • Music Production

  • Recording vocals

  • Performance coaching

  • Artist identity

Friday Field Trip:

Week 04

Jul 27–31

MUSIC BUSINESS + ENTREPRENEURSHIP

  • Music Production

  • Publishing, royalties, sync

  • Branding & marketing

  • Build a mini business

  • Podcasting

Friday Field Trip:

Warner Brothers Studio Tour

Reserve My Child's Spot Today


What to Bring:

✓ iPad or Laptop
✓ Snack + Water Bottle
✓ A Creative Mind

We Provide Everything Else

Simple Pricing. Save When You Book More.

Payment Plan Available — Pay 50% today to hold your child's spot. Remaining balance due by June 20, 2025. Spots are limited to 8 students per week.

One Week

$300 per week

  • Any single week

  • All equipment provided

  • MOTN HQ Hollywood

Full Summer ⭐ BEST VALUE

$999 all four weeks — Save $200

  • July 6–31

  • Payment plan available

  • MOTN HQ Hollywood

  • All equipment provided

Multiple Weeks

$250/wk

  • 2 or 3 weeks

  • Choose your weeks

  • $50 off each added week

  • All equipment provided

Kind Words From Our Families.

"One of the most innovative and beneficial programs I have ever seen... extraordinarily creative and well balanced thinkers." — Benjamin P., Parent and DJ

"A fantastic showcase for the musical and creative talents of the students who are lucky to attend. Bravo." — Max and Lindsay, Parents

"Such a fun, positive and confidence building experience for my daughters... Mr. Jay's enthusiasm is incredible." — Melinda Novoa, Parent

"Thank you, Mr. Jay, for creating a space where every beat matters and every student shines." — Citizens of the World Charter School

Two children singing into microphones outdoors, with a DJ playing music in the background and a large speaker nearby.

JASON D.
"MR. J" HARRIS

 Founder · Grammy Recording Academy Member

  • Grammy Recording Academy Member, 2025

  • MFA Electronic Music — Mills College

  • Worked with Kid Cudi, Jennifer Lopez, Ciara, Lupe Fiasco

  • K–12 Art Teacher · Registered Behavioral Interventionist

  • 1,000+ students served across Los Angeles

  • The Source · NBC KSDK · Fox 2 · Coke Studio

Learn more
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Questions Parents Ask Most.

  • Ages 7-10

  • In Hollywood at Mind of the Noise Records HQ (Address will be released upon registration)

  • Yes! We offer discounted prices for those who enroll in multiple weeks.

  • A laptop or tablet. We take care of the rest

  • Yes we have a couple of payment plans available!

  • Up to 7 spots per week

  • Yes! Our staff are Live Scanned professionals and our studio is insured .

  • You must cancel 2 weeks before the program starts for a full refund

Reserve Your Child's Spot.

Spots fill fast. We will confirm within 1 business day.