Halle Bailey’s stardom continues to reach new heights. Following her first solo GRAMMY nomination, Bailey will be the featured artist at the GRAMMY U Masterclass Presented by Mastercard. The annual GRAMMY Week event will be held at GRAMMY House in Los Angeles on Friday, Feb. 2, 2024.

Moderated by GRAMMY-winning artist Muni Long, Bailey's will offer practical insights about crafting a unique path as an artist. Attendees will learn how to follow their creative intuition and translate their passion to diverse sectors of the music industry. Drawing inspiration from Bailey's multifaceted music career, this program will explore the versatility of her artistry, from acting to music.

Bailey has recently explored lead roles in blockbusters such as The Little Mermaid and The Color Purple, yet the multitalented artist considers music her first love. In their early teens, Halle Bailey and her sister, Chloe, received millions of views on their YouTube covers, leading them to be discovered by Beyoncé, who signed the sister R&B duo Chloe x Halle to her label in 2015. Since, Chloe x Halle have earned five GRAMMY nominations for their soulful albums, The Kids are Alright and Ungodly Hour.

At the 66th GRAMMY Awards, Halle Bailey is nominated for her first GRAMMY as a solo artist; her single "Angel" is up for Best R&B Song. This marks the sixth GRAMMY nomination of her career.

Bailey's story of artistic growth and cultural representation has inspired many young creatives who are interested in working in the entertainment industry. At just 23 years old, her insight on balancing multiple artistic endeavors is sure to resonate with emerging Gen Z creatives. From young professionals exploring their interests to those perfecting their craft, Bailey will encourage GRAMMY U attendees to continue expanding on their musical passions.

The Masterclass will kick off with a welcome mixer with sounds by GRAMMY U member DJ KAHLO where attendees can connect while grabbing custom merch and snapping photos.

For members who aren’t able to attend in person, the GRAMMY U Masterclass will be livestreamed on the Recording Academy’s YouTube and Twitch channels at 1 p.m. PT / 4 p.m. ET.

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