Open Mic for EVERYONE
Open mic for any type of performance you want to do! (Not limited to music) All ages and abilities welcome!
Managers: What Do They Do? (Ages 13-18)
In this workshop, you’ll be discussing the ins and outs of music management, answering questions like: What do managers do? How does their role work within the ecosystem of an artist's team and career? Does every musician need a manager? How do you become a manager? Plus some overview of music business a few key tips for musicians exploring record deals and beginning their careers in music.
Beyond Prisons & Police (Grades 6-12)
Police and prisons have not always existed, and one day, they won't be around again. As we are making strides towards abolition, it's important for us to be thinking about the new communities and relationships we hope to cultivate. In this workshop, we will be working together to conceptualize ways we can keep each other safe without the presence of prisons or police.
DIY Recording at Home
We will learn to build a track from the ground up using free recording software and built in microphones in your phone, tablet or laptop! We will be recording sounds we find around the house to create our band, using our voices to create layers and getting out feet wet with some FX. Please note! Mostly this will be conducted in Garageband, BUT if you are operating on Windows Audacity and Reaper are free software that is likely more compatible. I will also show Audacity for anyone with this particular need.
Storyboarding for Music Videos (Ages 8-13)
Campers will get a brief explanation of what storyboarding is, why it's useful, and how anybody can do it as long as they have something to write with and a piece of paper! After a brief intro, campers will begin a 6 panel storyboard for their dream music video along with Alison. After everyone is done making their storyboards, they will share them with each other!
Campers will need a piece of paper and a writing utensil.
Protecting Your Art (Ages 13-18)
This workshop will be a combination of songwriting and the basics of copyright. As an artist it is important to protect your creativity and hard work, no matter what type of artistic creation you develop. Copyright can be a hefty subject but no need to worry because this workshop is specially designed for young kids. By the end of this workshop, the campers will be able to know the basics of song structure, co-write a song with their “bandmates in the workshop, and know what copyright means for songwriters and why it is important for long term success in the music industry.
Self-Care for Creatives (Ages 13-17)
We'll be discussing ways to check in, take care of ourselves, and how to go about those things as creative people, especially during COVID. This will encompass emotional, physical, and mental health, and include suggestions as well as open discussion. Campers are welcome to bring their own experiences and participate, or simply listen and follow along.
Self-Care For Creatives (Ages 8-12)
We'll be discussing ways to check in, take care of ourselves, and how to go about those things as creative people, especially during COVID. This will encompass emotional, physical, and mental health, and include suggestions as well as open discussion. Campers are welcome to bring their own experiences and participate, or simply listen and follow along.