Today we’d like to introduce you to Music Miranda.
Hi Music, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
Ever since I was little, creating with my friends was something that came naturally to me. I always enjoyed filming videos with my toys and making scripts. Prince George’s County, where I am from and grew up, was very community-led. I ended up going to an arts middle school, Benjamin D. Foulois, and focused on Media Arts. Thanks to my teacher, Mr. Smith, I gained so much knowledge about story development, characters, and prompts. Transitioning to high school was hard. I didn’t do any film studies there and instead did engineering for all 4 years. While doing that, I was on the Pom and Dance Team, Peer Forward, Principals Action Council, Theatre, and had my own community-building club. I yearned for community and art everywhere.
While being at that school, I knew engineering wasn’t what I wanted to get into. I decided that creating film was important to me. That was my gift and my calling. I applied to The Savannah College of Art and Design. I was the only person in my year who applied. I received my acceptance letter and knew that was where I wanted to go. During my freshman year of college in Savannah, I made my own dance team. Nectar Dance Team is a performance team that does a showcase 3 times a year. It is a family that showcases diversity and change. I started creating music videos and abstract work. I created it because I could and wanted to. I made work because of the amazing people I met. I continue to book myself to the max because I yearn to build with people. I take pride in my positivity, determination, and boldness. From presenting an award to Jon Chu, to being a part of Nectar, to Black Artists in Music, and finally filming my thesis film, Opulence, I know what I am called to do. To use my voice to shine light and love.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
It has not been smooth. In middle school, I dealt a lot with not having friends to talk to and people making fun of me. Sure, I never let it phase me, but looking back, that was not a safe space for me until I transferred to Benjamin D. Foulois in 7th grade. In high school, I struggled with not creating film. I didn’t have film friends I could talk to or other creatives like me. I felt like I was in a box.
As a black woman, coming to a predominantly white college was also hard. Dealing with people who don’t give me enough credit, needing to do 10 times more, and always having to believe in myself is hard. I am still going through that.
Nectar Dance Team went through many struggles. As a team that supports DEI, it seemed like our voices were constantly being silenced. We are so blessed to have amazing supporters who know what it means to love and care for everyone! Even now, I am still going through finding my way. I want my voice to be heard, but I know I need to be louder than everyone. I do not mind that.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I am a choreographer, dancer, director, and producer. Most of the work I do is either abstract, experimental, and/or music videos. This is what I am known for, too. I am known for Nectar and my directing of music video work. Choreography is also a big thing that people ask me to do as well.
I am most proud of Nectar. My team started with 0 and is now 40. This team is my pride and joy. It is a true representation of agape love. I am also most proud of my determination and commitment to my film work. Directing is one of the many things I love to do and am good at.
What sets me apart is my ability to be positive but hardcore. I am authentically bold in everywhere. I understand nuance and grace. In any setting, I strive for passion and community. I do not only care about the work and aesthetics, but I also care about the people. People are what’s important.
Networking and finding a mentor can have such a positive impact on one’s life and career. Any advice?
The advice I have is to listen and comprehend. Work on your social skills and know that everyone has a story. There is not one way to achieve your goal, but multiple ways. Learn and grow. That is the fun part. Messing up, getting angry, crying, and finding the joy in that to keep going is a process unlike any other. I love the process. This is what worked well for me, is knowing that.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://musicmiranda.my.canva.site/music/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theemusicmiranda/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/music.miranda.2025/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/music-miranda-27926a2b1/
Image Credits
Daniel Anderson
William Brown
Olivia Ruggiero and Gabreil Kegerreis
Alessa Maiuri and Luke Cooper
Azariyah Hagins
Paras Griffin
