We Believe in Equal Access to Music Technology
We Are
AFRORACK® is the audio arts organization with a goal of helping the community develop and thrive through technology resources.
We are committed to providing children and young adults of color access to modular synthesizers and sound design tools.
Our Vision
We are focused on diverse community access via a collection of workshops, seminars, and ambitious programming centered around STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education.
GET INVOLVED
SUPPORT OUR YOUTH WORKSHOPS EVERY MONTH
Give as little as $5 a month to support our mobile STEM education workshops.
100% of the contributions we raise online go toward supporting our audio-focused STEM education programming.
Join + Support
Please support our community-driven programming through donations, sponsorships, or resources. Your contribution will help sustain the traveling workshops and cultural programming.
OUR IMPACT
By the Numbers
40+
PARTNERS
1,650
STUDENTS SERVED
300%
GROWTH
2,700
HOURS VOLUNTEERED
OUR FOCUS
We empower youths to become the problem solvers of the future, impacting how they engage in school and their communities.
Our Philosophy
Think Modular™
A modular synthesizer is a collection of sonic building blocks that each have a specific function. These components referred to as ‘modules’ are connected using patch cables, which allow voltage to travel between them. By connecting various modules, the user can construct unique signal paths capable of producing complex synthesized sounds. Sound can be explored in infinite ways by simply adding more modules or patch cables.
So, why modular synthesis? Modular is the most open-ended musical format in the world; users control the flow and the story. When someone investigates modular synthesis, they’re absorbed in a “state of connectivity” that expands creative thinking and inspires problem-solving.
Our Workshops
Make Sound | Shape Sound | Move Sound®
Feel the power of modular synthesis as you control the flow; create sounds and tell stories. Explore all things modular—how we shape it, what it feels like, and how we learn from it. Experiment with real professional audio equipment to design your own robust sonic creations. Our open-ended activities allow you to tap into your imagination and explore your creative self. AFRORACK® is STEM brought to life.
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Donate to AFRORACK® and help us continue providing children with access to hands-on educational opportunities!
The Team
Aaron Guice
Hardware Developer | Sound Designer | Educator
Aaron Guice, a celebrated member of the global sound community for over 15 years, founded AFRORACK® to give talented young students—regardless of socioeconomic background—an opportunity to learn modular synthesis, without financial barriers.
Fess Grandiose
AFRORACK® Instructor
Ali The Architect
AFRORACK® Instructor
Will Mitchell
AFRORACK® Instructor
soundsketch™ Lead Engineer
support@afrorack.org | 1245 South Michigan Ave UNIT #325 | Chicago, Illinois 60605 | United States
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OUR SUPPORTERS
AFRORACK® is incredibly grateful for all of our partners. We've joined forces with over 40 brands that are deeply committed to advancing equitable education within African American communities.
Want to help transform our neighborhoods into a STEM powerhouse? Join us—say hello@afrorack.org
AFRORACK, SOUNDSKETCH, and THINK MODULAR are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of AFRORACK, LLC