Justin Gray (Producer/Songwriter)
Renowned Pop music producer Justin Gray has worked with John Legend, Mariah Carey, Joss Stone, Amy Winehouse, Madilyn Bailey, among many others! Justin will be teaching Pro Tools.
Joe Cruz ( Songwriter/Producer/Composer) Beat Academy Owner/Operator
Joe came up with the concept of Beat Academy when he started to notice that there weren't many programs for young teens that showed an interest in computer music production. Now with the low cost of software and the barrier to entry being more cost effective; it made sense to offer a place were young people can explore the world of electronic music production. Joe is a published songwriter, Film & TV Composer, and producer who has worked with Carly Rae Jepsen, Sarah Mclachlan, Rozzi Crane, and Amy Stroup among others..
Matt Engst (Producer/Re-Mixer)
Matt is our resident Ableton & Logic Pro guru. In 2004, he was signed to Warner Chappell Sweden with his electro pop duo, Killabite. Their first single entitled, ‘Follow Me Home,’ was co-written by Swedish producers, Axwell (Swedish House Mafia) and Alexander Kronlund (co-wrote Britney Spears hit singles, ‘Lucky’ and ‘Til The World Ends.’). The song had success in Europe with radio play and tours throughout Scandinavia. While working in Sweden, Matthew had the opportunity to work with legendary producers, Max Martin and Shellbackand still works closely with them to this day. Most recently with the release of MXM’s (Max Martin’s Publishing company) new hip-hop artist, Daye Jack.