Nas Masterclass FULL VIDEO REVIEW Hip-Hop Storytelling

Published by Greg on October 26, 2021October 26, 2021

Thanks for reading my Nas Masterclass Review.

I’ve been a member of Masterclass since May 2021 and have taken over 60 classes so far and all the music courses they have to offer

In this article, I’m sharing my insights about Masterclass.com as a service and my thoughts about the Nas Masterclass to help you determine whether it’s appropriate for you.

If you have any questions, you can put them in the comments below.

Check out the video review below to take an inside look at the class.

Also note: I’m a paying member of MasterClass and a participant in the MasterClass Affiliate Program. If you purchase a membership to MasterClass.com with my links, I will get a commission at no added expense to you. Moreover, I only suggest products and services I think my readers would find valuable.

Thanks in advance, Greg

Now let’s talk about Nas.

This article will be outlined as such:

Nas Masterclass Summary
Nas Masterclass Review (Video)
More About Nas
Included Related Courses
What Benefits Does Masterclass Offer?
Is Masterclass Good For Beginners?
What Devices Can I Watch Masterclass on?
Price and Is It Worth It?

Nas Masterclass Summary

From the landmark album “Illmatic” in 1994 to the Grammy-winning “King’s Disease,” Nas has been exposing truth through rhymes and vivid street poetry for more than 25 years. Now he’s sharing his journey, the evolution of Hip-Hop, and a brand-new song with you. Hip-Hop, lyricism, flow—learn how to tap into the power of your own voice and turn your experiences into music with one of rap’s all-time greatest artists.

Named one of Billboard’s Best Rappers of All Time, Nas emerged as one of the leaders of the 1990’s “golden age of Hip-Hop” with “Illmatic” in 1994, which is still widely regarded as one of the greatest Hip-Hop albums ever. Drawing from his experience growing up in New York City, his lyrics and rhymes gave voice to the voiceless and helped fuel a global musical revolution.

Now he’s giving you an inside look at his journey through the evolution of Hip-Hop, breaking down some of his biggest hits, and creating a brand-new song from scratch so you can learn how to tap into the power of your experience and your truth.

Lessons in this online class include:

Telling Your Life Story Through Music
Rapping and Rhyme Schemes
In the Studio: Writing an Original Rap Song
In the Studio: Recording an Original Rap Song
Using Poetic Lyrical Techniques
Case Study: Writing Challenges
Learning From Hip-Hop Legends
Using Your Power and Voice
Nas’s Artistic Evolution
The Music Industry
Hip-Hop Is Our Universe

Comes with a 24 page downloadable PDF Workbook and the Nas Community Page, where you can ask questions, network with other members, and more.

Masterclass.com: Nas Teaches the Hip-Hop Storytelling

Nas Masterclass Review (Video)

In the video below, I cover the following topics about the Nas masterclass.

0:00 Nas Masterclass Review Intro
1:30 PDF Workbook
3:09 Nas Videos
5:30 Community
6:28 Is it Worth It?

This video will give you a look inside and see some of the features to help you determine if this would be worth your investment.

More About Nas

Masterclass.com: Nas Teaches the Hip-Hop Storytelling

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What benefits does Masterclass offer?

Masterclass now offers all of its classes for one price. It’s like the Netflix of online education courses. While each course is a value in itself, other features of their platform add additional benefits. Here are some additional benefits:

Masterclass Direct Line

Masterclass’s Direct Line is a new feature as of September 2021, and it’s the first-of-its-kind toll-free telephone number connecting MasterClass members with the world’s best to have one-on-one discussions.

The first Masterclass Direct Line schedule was with Nas, Misty Copeland, Jake Shimabukuro, Bobbi Brown, Neil Gaiman, Werner Herzog, Kelly Weartsler, Tom Morello, and deadmau5.

I’m not sure when there will be new ones coming out.

I also tested out Masterclass’s Direct Line by calling in the day Misty Copeland was talking live.

At first, I thought this service would be like a live talk show where everyone could listen in, but you get to talk to the instructors directly on a private call. However, it is recorded and could be made public at some time.

Masterclass Contests

From time to time, Masterclass.com offers contests to its members. Each contest is different with different prices.

Here’s an example of the prize from the mau5trap compilation:

The once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get your original track released by deadmau5 in an upcoming mau5trap compilation.
A 15-minute virtual meet & greet with deadmau5.
$1,000 USD reward

This is the first contest I entered on Masterclass.com. I don’t think I’ll win but you never know.

Here’s a look inside the deadmau5 contest page.

Download PDF Workbook

Every Masterclass comes with a downloaded PDF workbook. These Downloadable PDF Workbooks complement the video lessons and contain more information. Most of the classes I’ve taken so far include assignments and resources with links to extra related valuable information.

For example, the cooking classes provide recipes, Tom Morello and Carlos Santana’s guitar lessons include guitar tablature, and Herbie Hancock’s piano lessons include sheet music.

Masterclass Playlists

Playlists are a way for you to explore the complete catalog and learn from more teachers. Hone a specific skill with a focused Playlist or explore a creative thread that runs through different topics.

Examples of a few Playlists:

A Creative Life

When you make your art your life, you have to learn to trust your creative spark. These playlists feature guidance from the best performers, writers, and creative minds in the world.

Big Ideas

Motivation. Competition. Truth. Risk. These big ideas from world-class artists, actors, athletes, and beyond will encourage you to work hard and stay true to your passions.

Working Well

Make the most of your time and your team with playlists about working well. Explore ideas for collaborating, doing your research, and communicating your vision.

Community

Each Masterclass comes with a community page where you can ask questions, post comments, and network with other members.

Bookmarks

While you’re watching classes, you can bookmark lessons within the video or the whole video itself for quick access to review later. Bookmarking comes in very handy, especially for cooking classes.

30-Day Money Back Guarantee

One complaint I hear from people about Masterclass is that you need to purchase the entire year in advance to get a membership. I understand where they are coming from. I was hesitant myself, but I decided I would try it out.

The good news is that Masterclass offers a 30 Day Money Back Guarantee.

That way, you can test it out, and if you do not find it to be a value, you may cancel your membership before the 30 days ends. Just remember to mark it in your calendar.

If you could tell by now, I didn’t cancel my membership and have taken about 50 masterclasses so far.

Try out Masterclass Today!

Is Masterclass Good For Beginners?

Another question I get a lot is: Is Masterclass good for beginners?

I made this short video to help answer that question.

I have taken about 60 masterclasses so far on various topics that I knew nothing about, and I can say each class is a little different. Still, even if you’re an absolute beginner at something, you will learn something from the instructors.

For topics I’m more advanced in, I get to look at something in a whole new way, get inspired, learn someone else’s philosophy, and hear their stories.

What Devices Can I Watch Masterclass on?

Masterclasses can be watched on the following devices:

AppleTV
Android TV
Amazon Fire TV
Roku TV
Your Computer
iOS Device
Android Device

Price and Is It Worth It?

At the time of writing this article, the annual membership is $180 and provides unlimited access to all classes and new classes as they launch. All MasterClass memberships include access to their mobile and TV apps, high-definition videos, and downloadable class workbooks.

If you just want to take the Nas Masterclass, this might not be worth your investment but considering all the classes are included and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee, it’s defiantly worth checking out.

I’ve taken about 60 Masterclasses so far, and it’s really been a bang for the buck.

Learn more and get a Masterclass Membership Today!

If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to leave them below.

Nas Masterclass FULL VIDEO REVIEW Hip-Hop Storytelling

Nas Masterclass Summary

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Nas Masterclass Review (Video)

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