Recording Academy Los Angeles Chapter board member Michael Graves, participated in the GRAMMY Camp Lunch & Learn on August 4, 2022, in Los Angeles, California.
Held at the Ronald Tutor Campus Center at USC, the private event brought together GRAMMY Camp students and members of the L.A. Chapter board for an informal mentoring session focused on building successful careers in the music industry.
Career Mentorship for the Next Generation
During the Lunch & Learn, Graves shared insights from his career in mastering, audio restoration, and archival work, emphasizing craft, collaboration, and long-term sustainability. Fellow board participants included Manny Marroquin, Claudia Brant, Loretta Muñoz, Julia Michels, Sara Gazarek, Jordin Sparks, Ericka Coulter, and Jeff Greenberg, offering students a wide range of industry perspectives.
Part of the GRAMMY Camp Experience
The Lunch & Learn is a key component of GRAMMY Camp, a highly selective educational program for high school students pursuing careers in songwriting, music production, and the music business. By pairing professional mentorship with informal conversation, the event provides students with real-world insight and meaningful industry connections.
Events like these reflect the Recording Academy’s commitment to music education and Osiris Studio’s ongoing support of the next generation of music creators.