The beat drops on May 8, 2025 and you’re invited!
The wait is almost OVER! We’re turning up the volume to celebrate the incredible talents of Georgia’s middle and high school students in music technology. Get ready for the first-ever School of Beats – Music Technology Competition, happening at none other than Believe Music Hall in the heart of Atlanta!
Over 125 jaw-dropping submissions came through between February 14 and March 17 across 5 electrifying categories:
- Remix – Flip the script on an original track.
- Ringtone – Your own signature sound for the next viral phone alert.
- Vocal Performance – Original track + your voice =
- Instrumental – Pure sound. No vocals. All vibes.
- Multimedia – Score your own soundtrack to a video clip.
What’s on the line?
Cash prizes
Studio gear + recording time
A chance to launch your creative future in music tech!
Winners Announced Soon!
On Friday, April 25th, the top 5 students in each category will be notified and invited to Atlanta for the final showdown – and to be crowned as our 2025 category champions. Attendance is FREE!
Why Atlanta?
Because Metro ATL is the creative heartbeat of the world. With a combined $37 billion in revenue, including 200,000 employed with $12.1 billion in earnings, and $62.5 billion in total economic impact (and rising!), the demand for skilled audio engineers and technologists has never been higher. This competition isn’t just about beats – it’s about bridging passion and profession for the next generation.
Parents. Teachers. School Leaders.
Come witness the future of music and tech. Let’s raise the volume on what Georgia’s students are capable of! Join us in celebrating the talents of Georgia’s students and empowering the next generation of music technology innovators! We can’t wait to see you there.Let the beats speak.
See you in Atlanta!