Memphis Music Initiative

Visual storytelling starts with paying attention—what’s happening, who’s in the frame, and what needs to be seen.

This summer, Brandon McCoy is bringing that approach into MMI Works.

Born and raised in South Memphis, Brandon is a videographer and creative director focused on capturing moments that connect people to culture and community. His work centers lived experience, using visual media to tell stories that stay with you.

At MMI, he’s working with interns as they build their skills behind the camera—learning how to shoot, edit, and shape stories with intention.

He’s also currently working on Soil2Souls, a documentary project exploring community and connection through a visual lens. Watch The Soul Table Episode 1: "Grandma's Hands" on YouTube: https://buff.ly/9ZyWH5F. Follow the project on Instagram

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Another great summer camp opportunity from our friends at Memphis Youth Arts Initiative!

🥁🔥 EVERYBODY HAS RHYTHM! 🔥🥁

This summer, let’s build rhythm, confidence, and creativity! Join Memphis Youth Arts for an exciting week of percussion, bucket drumming, and hands-on rhythm fun at North Branch Library!

Whether you already play drums or just love music and movement—THIS CAMP IS FOR YOU! 🎶✨

FREEEEEEEE

📅 Monday, June 1 – Friday, June 5, 2026⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM📍 North Branch Library1192 Vollintine Ave.Memphis, TN 38107

Featuring:🥁 Percussion🪣 Bucket Drumming🎵 Drums🎺 Possible Horn Instrumental Days

Open to beginning & intermediate youth!

Registration is required and spots are limited—sign up today through the Memphis Public Libraries website!

🌐 www.memphisyoutharts.org📲

Production is about how people experience the work—what they see, what they feel, and what stays with them after.

This summer, Kennedy Hall is bringing that perspective into MMI Works as our Lead Creative Coach.

A Memphis-born producer working across television, film, and live events, Kennedy approaches each project with intention and attention to detail. Her work focuses on creating thoughtful, high-quality experiences, with a particular focus on crafting spaces that resonate with the Black community.

At MMI, she’s working with interns as they develop ideas, shape creative direction, and carry projects from concept through execution—pushing them to think deeper and build work with meaning.

This is what it looks like to translate vision into experience.