Meet Your Instructor

  • Brandon "BLVCK" Black

    PIANO, MUSIC THEORY, AUDIO PRODUCTION

    Black is an accomplished musician and audio producer with a Bachelor's degree in Music/Sound Recording Technology, emphasized in Piano Performance. He’s a classically trained pianist with a passion for creating, teaching and producing music. With 10 years teaching experience, Black is able to teach a variety of styles, ages, and genres. He’s worked with a variety of artists in the music industry, including Missy Elliott, K Camp, Ne-Yo, 2 Chainz, Lil Wayne, Jacquees and many more. His hard work and dedication has earned him a gold record and multiple Billboard achievements. Black is not alone in his music endeavors - he has also partnered with Darius “3D” Jenkins to form the renowned production duo, Kreative Villains. Together, they co-own Kreative Corner studios, a vibrant and dynamic space that fosters a collaborative environment where artistic minds can unite, flourish, and create music that is truly exceptional.

  • Jessica "J. Nicole" Screen

    VOICE, PIANO, SONGWRITING

    Jessica “J. Nicole” Screen, hailing from Atlanta, GA, is an accomplished singer, songwriter, and musician. She began honing her musical talent at a young age, starting with keyboard and piano at the age of 8, and has continued to develop her craft over the past two decades. In addition to her piano performance, Jessica is proficient in songwriting, vocal arrangement, and vocal production. She has also provided background vocals for various contemporary independent and major artists.
    Jessica has also written music for television and film and has sung reference demos for several major labels and publishers, including Atlantic Records and Warner Records. She has collaborated with renowned artists and producers from across the U.S. and international markets, such as K. Michelle, Epikh PRO, Andrea Martin, Tasha Catour, Needlz, and Major 7. Her exceptional skills and dedication to her craft were recognized when she was named the Harold Adamson Lyrical Award Winner by ASCAP in 2019.

  • Darius "3D" Jenkins

    AUDIO PRODUCTION, ENGINEERING

    Meet Darius “3D” Jenkins, an acclaimed music producer and engineer originally from Jacksonville, FL. After relocating to Atlanta in 2009, Jenkins began his music journey by interning at various top-tier recording studios, including Hot Beats, Patchwerk, and Tree Sound. With his exceptional talent and hard work, he has had the opportunity to work with some of the biggest names in the music industry, such as Kanye West, The Weeknd, 2 Chainz, Lil Wayne, and Missy Elliott, to name a few.
    In 2016, Jenkins' contribution to Kanye West’s multi-platinum album "Life Of Pablo" earned him a Grammy nomination, a testament to his remarkable skills and artistry. Alongside Brandon Black, Jenkins is also part of the production duo Kreative Villains and co-owns Kreative Corner studios, a hub for creative minds to thrive and create great music.