Ready to make your own music? Music Production 101: Recording & Producing a Song is a fun, hands-on course where kids learn how to create songs from start to finish! Students will explore recording voices and instruments, making beats, adding cool sounds, and putting it all together to make a real song. At the end of the session, students will create a full composition using everyday school items—like pencils, desks, and chairs—and will turn your classroom into a musical playground!
TEACHING ARTIST SESSION
Music Production 101: Recording & Producing a Song (3-12)
Jamie Dominic
Jamie Dominic, also known as Jayme Romain, is a touring drummer, music producer, songwriter, vocalist, and graphic designer from Lake Charles, Louisiana. Jayme, whose musical journey began in church at age 10, now has over 18 years’ experience in music production and more than 25 years of drumming and singing experience. He started producing music at 17 after learning from his cousins and gaining access to a recording studio, leading to thousands of songs and compositions for artists regionally and internationally. In 2009, Jayme joined T Broussard & The Zydeco Steppers, marking his entry into the Zydeco scene. By 2014, he became the drummer for Grammy Award–winning Zydeco artist Chubby Carrier and contributed to two of Carrier’s albums.
Jayme has performed worldwide with musical groups that include Chubby Carrier & The Bayou Swamp Band and has produced for artists including Rusty Metoyer, T Broussard, and The Barcélo Brothers of Ireland. He is also the creator of Crawfish & The Zydeco Tales, an educational music series that introduces children to Louisiana culture through storytelling and song. Jayme – whose skills span Zydeco, Funk, Gospel, and R&B as well as drumming, recording, mixing, arranging, songwriting, and artist development – is passionate about teaching and continuing to inspire the next generation of Louisiana musicians.
