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A Beat of Hope: DJ Thurston’s Impactful Guest Artist Visit at the Prison Electronic Music Program
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A Beat of Hope: DJ Thurston’s Impactful Guest Artist Visit at the Prison Electronic Music Program

DJ Thurston shares his transformative experience at the Prison Electronic Music Program, highlighting the power of music to connect, heal, and inspire change among incarcerated individuals. Discover how his visit left a lasting impact on both him and the participants, emphasizing the importance of art in overcoming life's challenges.

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Harmony Behind Bars: Juliet Mendoza's Guest Artist Visit to the Prison Electronic Music Program 
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Harmony Behind Bars: Juliet Mendoza's Guest Artist Visit to the Prison Electronic Music Program 

Juliet Mendoza, a prominent DJ/Producer and community advocate, shares her impactful experience participating in the Prison Electronic Music Program at Give a Beat. Through her passion for music and dedication to spreading positivity, Juliet highlights the transformative power of music in fostering connections and creating a positive environment within correctional facilities.

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Youth Empowerment through Music: Doug’s Inspiring Story
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Youth Empowerment through Music: Doug’s Inspiring Story

Discover Doug's inspiring journey in the Youth Music Production and DJ Program at Give a Beat, where his genuine enthusiasm and creativity shine through, showcasing the transformative power of music and creative expression.

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On a New Track: Empowering Lives through Give a Beat's Fair Chance Campaign
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On a New Track: Empowering Lives through Give a Beat's Fair Chance Campaign

Discover the inspiring journey of Geri and Anthony through the “I Give a Beat for Fair Chances” campaign, advocating for equal opportunities and support for successful reentry post-incarceration. Join us in erasing barriers and empowering lives through stories of resilience, redemption, and the transformative power of fair chances.

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Melodies of Change: Celebrating Women's History Month at Give a Beat
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Melodies of Change: Celebrating Women's History Month at Give a Beat

Celebrating the remarkable women who have significantly contributed to Give a Beat's mission of using music to address social, racial, and economic inequalities during Women's History Month. Honoring the inspiring contributions of inspiring and influential women, like our founders Lauren Segal and Virginia Cheung in challenging oppressive systems and uniting people through music and art.

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Unlocking Rehabilitation: Inside Give a Beat's Prison Electronic Music Program at California Rehabilitation Center (CRC)
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Unlocking Rehabilitation: Inside Give a Beat's Prison Electronic Music Program at California Rehabilitation Center (CRC)

Give a Beat’s Prison Electronic Music Program (PEMP) transforms lives inside correctional facilities through the power of creative expression and community building. DJs DMastrmix, Miami, and Dreadhead share their experiences, highlighting the program's impact on personal growth, empowerment, and skill development.

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Honoring Iconic Black Electronic Musicians for Black History Month
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Honoring Iconic Black Electronic Musicians for Black History Month

Honoring iconic Black electronic musicians for Black History Month, Give a Beat pays tribute to the pioneers of Detroit Techno, Chicago House, New York Hip Hop, and Jamaican Dub who have left an indelible mark on the music industry. From Frankie Knuckles, the "Godfather of House Music," to Juan Atkins, the "Godfather of Techno," these legends broke boundaries, inspired generations, and shaped the future of music.

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The Beat Within: LA Music producer Caleb Stone's Inspiring Visit to the Prison Electronic Music Program with Give a Beat
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The Beat Within: LA Music producer Caleb Stone's Inspiring Visit to the Prison Electronic Music Program with Give a Beat

LA music producer Caleb Stone experienced firsthand the transformative power of music during his visit to the Prison Electronic Music Program with Give a Beat in Los Angeles. Stone's visit underscored the remarkable talent, creativity, and positive impact of utilizing music for rehabilitation and self-expression among incarcerated individuals.

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Harmony in Mental Health: Our Dedication to Youth Well-Being
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Harmony in Mental Health: Our Dedication to Youth Well-Being

Discover how Youth Mental Health First Aid Training equips the Teaching Artists to better support young program participants struggling with mental health and crises. Learn about our collaboration with inspiring organizations like No Easy Props and Inside Out Writers and the impact of music-based interventions in improving mental health outcomes for adolescents and young adults.

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Breaking Barriers to Freedom
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Breaking Barriers to Freedom

On his recent visit to Chowchilla Women’s Prison, “On a New Track” Graduate and Program Consultant Anthony McDuffie Jr. discovered stories of hope, freedom, redemption and resilience. Explore the transformative power of second chances as we delve into the heartfelt narratives shared within the Chowchilla Women’ Prison walls.

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Unlocking Hope: Music Not Prisons with Lafonzo
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Unlocking Hope: Music Not Prisons with Lafonzo

Unlocking Hope: Discover how Lafonzo’s persistence and passion flourished with On a New Track, offering a second chance and redirecting lives through the power of music.

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Turning Up the Tempo for Justice & Healing
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Turning Up the Tempo for Justice & Healing

Our Youth Music Production and DJing Program offers young people a chance to explore their creativity and utilize music as a means to promote social change and transform lives. Read more and join Give a Beat for Youth Justice Action Month as we strive to inspire justice through the healing power of music.

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Solace Through Sound: DJ D2Lit Finds His Peace in Rhythm
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Solace Through Sound: DJ D2Lit Finds His Peace in Rhythm

In the realm of music and education, discover the power of rhythm and redemption in the captivating journey of DJ D2Lit. Explore how our Prison Electronic Music Program has been using music as a form of therapy, bringing healing and hope to incarcerated individuals.

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