Stax Music Academy

If you haven’t seen the incredible docuseries #stax : Soulsville U.S.A. streaming on @hbo now, do yourself a favor and get streaming! This four-part series tells the story of the @staxrecords , from the very legends who lived it. And, that legacy lives on every day here at the Stax Music Academy (SMA), where our young dreamers, from songwriters to vocalists and everything between, live, learn, and pay homage to the greats, like Otis, Isaac, and Carla. Take a look at how the magic of music is still changing lives here at SMA. #Soulsville #staxrecords #HBO #streamingnow

@staxrecords Records fans! Today marks the 61st anniversary of the timeless classic ‘Green Onions’ by Booker T & The MGs, a true gem in instrumental rock and soul history. Watch the legendary @bookertjonesmusic recreate the magic of that iconic organ line he penned at just 17, in a mesmerizing performance last month at the @lincolncenter . 🎹🔥 Joined by the talented students and alumni of Stax Music Academy, including SMA Music Director Sam Franklin IV on drums, Aidan Mills on guitar, and the bass groove courtesy of Isaiah Blair & Trimani Polk. 📸: COMA aka Chinatown Organization for Media Awakening #bookertandthemgs #greenonions #bookertjones #organ #instumental #musichistory #lincolncenter #summerforthecity #staxmusicacademy #sma #staxrecords #soulmusic #61years

#flashbackfriday to last month at our Summer Finale Concert at @overtonparkshell . Stax Music Academy band covering "Walking The Dog" from the larger-than-life Stax Icon whose songs keep us moving - Rufus Thomas! Video footage shot by @overtonparkshell , edited by @n.claire.prod #walkingthedog #rufusthomas #tbt #liveshow #choose901 #memphismusic #dance #stax #soul #staxrecords #soulmusic

@staxmusicacademy students outshine the stars in the sky✨ What better way to close out the summer season of the Orion Free Concert Series at the Overton Park Shell than with the Queen and kids of Memphis soul 😎🎙️ #overtonparkshell #orionfreeconcertseries . . . #theshell901 #music #memphismusic #musichistory #historicpreservation #ilovememphis #wearememphis #choose901 #mustbememphis #memphistn #memphistennessee #exploretn #findmemphis #memphisevents #funinmemphis #musicvenue #musicvenues #freemusic #livemusic #livemusicinmemphis #memphisthingstodo #instadaily #instagood #instagramtennessee #explore #explorepage #exploretennessee #explorememphis

FROM @thebarkays & @jamesalexander_barkays 🎸 Hey Hey!! I’m excited to share something special with you all today. Introducing the new Stax Music Academy shoe by SoGiv & Edward Bogard! This shoe pays homage to our iconic 1960s Stax Records building tile wall at the Stax Museum of American Soul Music. The vibrant red design features our beloved Stax Music Academy logo, piano keys, and musical notes from Isaac Hayes’ classic track “Wonderful. I Got My Pair!! 🤟🏽🔥 👟 Available in sizes from women’s 7 to men’s 12, each pair of these exclusive shoes is priced at $150 and comes in a custom-made box. And here’s the best part: proceeds directly support the Stax Music Academy, providing 10 kids with 10 lessons for every pair sold. That’s music education and style combined in one powerful step! 🎶Ready to groove in these kicks? Click the link below to order your pair TODAY and join us in #UnboxingSoulMusic . Place Order At 👉🏾 @staxmusicacademy Let’s keep the soul alive and support the arts together!!🔥🔥🔥 #SoGiv #IsaacHayes #StaxMusicAcademy #Barkays #StaxRecords #SupportTheArts

Get ready to groove with 926, the amazing @staxmusicacademy Alumni Band, every Tuesday in June and July from 2 - 4 PM at the Stax Museum! 🎶✨ As always, Shelby County residents enjoy FREE ADMISSION on Tuesdays from 1 - 5 PM with ID. Don’t miss the special performance by the phenomenal @lucky7brass on Tuesday, July 23rd! Mark your calendars for a summer bursting with history, live music, fun, and SOUL! For more details, click the link in our bio.

We are wrapping up Week 2 of our Summer Music Experience, and we’re gearing up for the final stretch! Don’t miss our Grand Finale Show at @overtonparkshell on Saturday, June 29th! See you there! 🎶✨

Week 1 of Summer Music Experience down, starting back bright and early tomorrow! Got a visit from @mmusinitiative Friday! Memphis IS music! 🎵 Mark your calendars for June 29th and see our amazing SME performers showing off their skills at the @overtonparkshell for the finale show!

We are thrilled to announce that our very own Stax Music Academy Executive Director, @_isaacdaniel_ has been elected as a new Memphis Chapter Governor for the @recordingacademy ! 🏆 #RepresentingTheAcademy means advocating for, supporting, and celebrating the diverse voices that make up our vibrant creative community all year round. Join us in congratulating Isaac in the comments below! 👏🎶

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Today, Friday, May 31st, we are thrilled to announce the release of “High Note” by the visionary singer-songwriter @thevaleriejune , featuring the talented students of Stax Music Academy! Click the link in bio to listen now! Originally penned by June for @mavisstaples 2016 album Livin’ On A High Note, this previously unreleased version is a tribute to Mavis on her 85th birthday and celebrates the musical pioneers of Memphis soul. Produced by Valerie June and recorded at Stax Music Academy (SMA), “High Note” is a track that resonates with history and passion. “High Note”- Valerie June Publisher/Publisher (@bmg_us ) Produced by June Tunes Music Productions Production Assistance Paul McKinney, Director of Student Success & Alumni at SMA Issac Daniel, Executive Director of SMA Recorded by Xavier Henry & Christopher Woodard at The Stax Academy, Memphis, TN Ken Rich Grand Street Recording, Brooklyn, NY Mixed by Kennie Takahashi Musicians / Instruments Johnathan Lee - vocalist - SMA Alumni Zalissa Stewart - vocalist - SMA Alumni Asia Wilson - Trumpet - SMA Alumni Clifton Jackson - Trombone - SMA Alumni Jeremy Wright - Guitar - SMA Alumni Craylon Davis - Keys - SMA Alumni Chris Franklin - Electric Bass - SMA Alumni & Instrumental instructor Sam Franklin - Drum set - SMA Alumni and current Music Director Valerie June - Lead Vocals

Some snaps from the Stax Music Academy annual Mic Drop Songwriting Competition & Music Industry Meet-up last week at @crosstownarts . A huge thank you to our incredible panelists, judges, and talented participants for making the event unforgettable. The evening kicked off with students engaging with industry pros, learning the secrets to making money, achieving the best studio sound, and promoting their music in today’s competitive landscape. Later, the Mic Drop Songwriter Showcase featured young artists presenting their original work. Congratulations to our competition winners: 🥇 Noah Israel 🥈 Molly Solecki 🥉 Liya Sarai Campbell We can’t wait to see what these young artists create next! Special thanks to our amazing panelists: @jaredjaybboyd , Christine Stevison, @wheatrobinson , @kgb377 , @monsieurmatt , @arimorrismusic , @_isaacdaniel_ , @kenziikenz , Charles Seaton and @raneyajr for making our music industry panels truly inspiring. #MicDrop #Songwriters #SingerSongwriters #memphissound #MemphisMusic #youth #staxmusicacademy #musicbusiness