Dubai's getting a new music institute this October - What's On
Positioned as more than just a music school, the Institute is designed as a fully equipped professional studio space where learning happens through doing. Whether you're into hip-hop, EDM, jazz, or sonic storytelling, students will get hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment, guided by a diverse roster of mentors and working artists.
At its core, the school reflects Dubai's multicultural pulse – Arab, Desi, Pinoy, African, and Western influences all come together in a creative melting pot where music is not just sound but an expression of identity. Co-founder Dmitry Panov sums it up: 'We're not building a conservatory — we're igniting a movement that champions creative risk, communal growth, and the freedom to show up authentically.'
Students can expect: Access to professional-grade studios with both one-on-one and group mentoring sessions.
Opportunities to release original music on streaming platforms and perform live across Dubai's buzzing nightlife scene.
Workshops ranging from songwriting labs to DJ masterclasses.
The faculty already includes regional talents like Arabic hip-hop artist Tayeb Santo and DJ/producer Cyrill Reaidy, with more big names to be announced by August. Guest artists from the Middle East and beyond will also drop in for pop-up residencies and collaborations.
With its intimate, modular space designed more like a creative hub than a classroom, the Institute aims to place Dubai at the heart of a global cultural movement where subcultures from the Global South are shaping the next wave of pop.
Applications for the October 2025 cohort are now open, with early interview access for those who apply before August 31. Ready to create the soundtrack of the future? Get on the list via www.digitalrenaissance.education.
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