Youth on Record launched YOR’s Youth Media Studio to better serve youth online. After a focus group with some young creatives, it was clear that the current website wasn’t providing young people with the best access for all of YOR’s out-of-school programs and resources.
Youth on Record engaged long-time partner, Elevated Third, and together they collaboratively built the new YOR Youth Hub that includes fresh colors and design, a streamlined events calendar, and easier navigation among YOR programs' information and resources.
Open Lab is a free after school program for young creatives ages of 14 through 20 who are interested in exploring music production, song recording, music lessons and artist development. Our program is facilitated by local professional musicians who are committed to helping participants grow as aspiring artists.
At Open Lab, we foster a supportive and inclusive community that values self-expression and creativity. Through community dialogue and mentorship, we encourage self-liberatory practices that empower young creatives to leverage their inherent skills.
If you enjoy creating, and connecting to a like-minded community, we welcome you to join us.
With questions, please email openlab@youthonrecord.org
If you are a youth and you are ready to sign up, please complete this registration form here
Youth on Record partners with schools in Denver and Aurora, where empowerment takes center stage in our classrooms. Students tackle real-world issues and social justice themes, weaving academic standards in music, social studies, and performance to find their voices. Guest speakers, field trips, and collaborative projects ignite a journey of self-discovery as they explore their heritage and embrace the stories of others.
Youth on Record’s activity-based podcasting curriculum offers a multimodal learning experience, blending STEAM, literacy, creative writing, social-emotional learning, artistic expression, civics, and critical thinking skills
YOR also produces multiple youth-centered podcasts, including Underground at the Showcase, Generation Collaboration, and Youth on Rewind.
Email Podcasting@youthonrecord.org to get involved and visit our careers page for upcoming internship opportunities.
The YOR Fellowship is an 11-month paid intensive program designed for young musicians aged 18-24, focusing on artistic, professional, and holistic development. The program involves four layers of participation: Seminars for lectures, conversations, networking, and knowledge sharing; CoLab for songwriting, collaboration, recording, media creation, and hands-on exploration; Apprenticeship for hands-on skill development through working on YOR projects and community events; and Monthly Mentorship with individual meetings to support creative goals. This program is led by Kalyn Heffernan of Wheelchair Sports Camp as the Lead Faculty and Mona Magno as the Program Coordinator and Mentor.
Traditionally, YOR hosts a youth-led, youth-designed community block party in the La Alma/Lincoln Park neighborhood featuring musical performances from youth ages 11-24. The event brings together 500+ community members in a free, day-long family friendly festival where audiences hear original music and poetry from youth who have been engaged in YOR's year-long programming. Participants also receive community services and resources at the event. This is part of YOR's lease agreement with the Denver Housing Authority.
