Beat Drop — Music

My 12-year-old son recently participated in the Beat Drop music program in Calgary, and overall, it was a solid experience. The instructor, Jamie, was enthusiastic and really connected with the kids, encouraging them to explore their creativity with Ableton Live. My son particularly enjoyed working on his electronic music project, where he created a fun track that he was excited to share with us at home. The small group size allowed for personalized attention, which I appreciated. One downside was the amount of screen time involved; after a few sessions, my son mentioned he felt a bit drained from staring at the computer for so long. However, the overall environment was inclusive and supportive, and he made some new friends. The program is a little pricey, but if your child is passionate about music, it’s worth considering. I would recommend it, but just be mindful of the screen time aspect.

My 12-year-old son has been attending Beat Drop in Calgary for the last few weeks, and overall, I think it’s a solid program. The instructor, Sarah, is very engaging, which has kept my son motivated. He’s been learning how to create his own tracks using Ableton Live, and last week he proudly showed me a song he made during class. The small group size has really allowed for personalized attention, which is a big plus. One thing I did notice was that the sessions do involve quite a bit of screen time; I’m not sure how that balances with everything else he does. However, he seems to love it and it’s given him a chance to express his creativity. If you have a child who is interested in music production, I would recommend checking it out, just keep an eye on their screen time.