How to Sign Up for Youth on Record’s In-Studio Programs

We’re excited to welcome you into our studio! Signing up is easy and only takes a few minutes.

Step 1: Fill Out the Registration Form

Before you join us, we’ll need some quick info like emergency contacts, accommodations, and permissions. This helps us make sure every young person has a safe and supportive experience.

Step 2: Choose Your Classes

Once you finish registration, we will send you a link to Acuity Scheduling which will allow you to sign up for workshops, classes, and studio sessions. From there, you can pick the sessions you’d like to attend.

Step 3: Show Up and Create!

That’s it — you’re ready to make music, record, and collaborate in our professional studios. Just bring yourself, your creativity, and be ready to learn and have fun.

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Open Mic

Youth on Record's Open Mic offers young and emerging artists a monthly stage to showcase their musical talent for free. It welcomes both newcomers and seasoned performers, with a special guest artist joining young creatives every month. Join us every First Friday 5-8pm (sign ups at 4) for live performances, free food and drinks, and a welcoming community. 

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Studio Booking

Studio Booking is open to 14-24 year old artists looking for space to rehearse, record, produce, and more. 

Youth can book our studio space Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays for 110 minute time slots between 3-7pm. Must register in advance.

If you enjoy creating, and connecting to a like-minded community, we welcome you to join us.

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Young Creatives Campus

Young Creatives Campus is an opportunity for young artists ages 18-24 to use the studio, collaborate, jam, rehearse, and bring their creative projects to life. 

Join this community to meet other like-minded creatives and mentors who want to support you reaching your artistic goals.

Wednesdays 7-9pm at the Youth Media Studio (1301 W 10th Ave, Denver, CO 80204).

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Creative Enrichment Classes

Youth on Record’s Creative Enrichment Classes empower middle and high school students through hands-on, creative learning experiences in music and media arts. 

These afterschool classes are led by professional musicians and producers, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. Fall 2025 classes include: Intermediate Band, Ableton 101, and Piano Lab. 

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Academic Success

Youth on Record partners with schools in Denver and Aurora, where empowerment takes center stage in our classrooms. Students tackle real-world issues and social justice themes, weaving academic standards in music, social studies, and performance to find their voices. Guest speakers, field trips, and collaborative projects ignite a journey of self-discovery as they explore their heritage and embrace the stories of others.

Interested in having us at your school? Fill out THIS interest form!

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Media Arts

Youth on Record’s Podcast Production Internship (ages 18-24) and Podcast Camp (High School) offer a multimodal learning experience, blending STEAM, literacy, creative writing, social-emotional learning, artistic expression, civics, and critical thinking skills.

YOR also produces multiple youth-centered podcasts, including Underground at the Showcase, Generation Collaboration, and Youth on Rewind.

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The Fellowship

The YOR Fellowship is an 11-month paid intensive program designed for young musicians aged 18-24, focusing on artistic, professional, and holistic development. 

The program involves four layers of participation: Seminars for lectures, conversations, networking, and knowledge sharing; Young Creatives Campus for songwriting, collaboration, recording, media creation, and hands-on exploration; Apprenticeship for hands-on skill development through working on YOR projects and community events; and Monthly Mentorship with individual meetings to support creative goals. 

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Middle School Summer Camp

Youth on Record’s free middle school summer camps offers young musicians the chance to play in a band, produce beats, and feel the thrill of performing live. Guided by YOR’s expert teaching artists, they’ll refine their skills, nurture their creativity, and thrive in a supportive, collaborative environment. Youth on Record's Summer Music Camp is more than just a camp—it’s a transformative experience that empowers young musicians to find their voices and shine on stage.

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YOR Fest

Save the date! September 14, 2025

Youth on Record hosts an annual block party & youth music festival (YOR Fest) for the La Alma/Lincoln Park neighborhood. The event brings together hundreds of community members in a free, family friendly festival, featuring musical performances from youth ages 11-24, fun activities, food trucks, arts & crafts, and more! This is part of YOR's lease agreement with the Denver Housing Authority.