Founded and directed by lifelong musician and educator Paul Josephs, MetroSonics Arts is a beacon of creativity and innovation in the heart of New York City. With over two decades of experience in NYC schools, Josephs has dedicated his career to inspiring the next generation of artists and creative thinkers.
In 2001, he launched the flagship MetroSonics program, “Your Song,” a groundbreaking music production and songwriting workshop. Designed for high school, middle school, college-level, and adult students, the program guides participants through the complete process of creating an original track—from idea to final mix.
Blending technology and community, “Your Song” encourages students to sample sounds from their surroundings—classrooms, hallways, city blocks—transforming them into beats. Under Paul’s guidance, they write lyrics, record vocals, and layer instruments using professional-grade tools. The course culminates in a fully produced, mixed, and mastered song, giving students a tangible expression of their vision and voice.
Over the years, Josephs has brought “Your Song” to schools across NYC, partnering with leading arts organizations including Good Shepherd Services, The Leadership Program, Arts Horizons, Safari East, and Community Works. He has also extended the program to the corporate space, leading workshops for companies like Live Nation to foster creativity and collaboration.
Beyond education, Paul Josephs is a seasoned recording artist and performer with two full-length albums on his label, Grey Wing Records. His credits include collaborations with Beyoncé, The Roots, Idris Muhammad, Citizen Cope, and others—cementing his standing as a respected force in the international music scene.
In addition to music, Josephs is a longtime practitioner and teacher of Tai Chi Chuan, Chi Kung, Nei Kung, and meditation. For nearly 20 years, he has taught privately and in schools across the five boroughs, sharing the healing and grounding practices that inform his creative and personal life.
Discover the transformative power of music, movement, and education at MetroSonics Arts. Learn more at www.pauljosephs.com.
“The focus is for students to listen to their inner voice and write about things that are true to their life experience as opposed to mimicking what they are hearing and seeing on YouTube or the radio. We take them from being consumers to producers, using their life stories and self-expression as the means to create beautiful art.
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