Building Beats
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Building Beats *
Building Beats Provides Music, DJ And Creative CAREER Programs That Teach Entrepreneurial, Leadership + Lifeskills to youth.
Building Beats equips underserved youth in New York City and Los Angeles with the technical, leadership, and entrepreneurial skills necessary to bridge the gap between creative passion and professional access, creating a direct pathway to a sustainable career in the global creative economy.
12500+ YOUTH SERVED SINCE 2013 IN NEW YORK AND LOS ANGELES
16500+ HOURS IN SCHOOL, AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS AND COMMUNITY CENTERS
94% of students reported an increase in Creative ConfidencE
95% of students reported they can express themselves more after building beats
Our Programs
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Our Programs *
bbWorkshops offers hands-on programs in music production, DJing, podcasting and music coding for youth, delivered in schools, after-school programs, and community centers.
bbLeaders
bbLeaders prepares the next generation of creators success in creative industries through mentorship, paid experiences, and hands-on workforce development. Free for youth ages 16–24.
bbFORteachers
bbForTeachers equips educators with training and resources to lead engaging workshops in music production, DJing, podcasting and music coding.
Bring the energy of NYC’s next-generation talent to your event!
Our DJs, trained through bbLeaders, are available to perform at school functions, community events, corporate gatherings and more. Each booking supports real-world experience, paid work, and career growth for young creatives.