Rock Band Designed for existing bands or students new to playing in a band, this program is taught by real musicians using the unique B2R method, which will have them playing full songs in no time! Students are placed in a band according to their age and skill level and the requirements of ensemble playing, teamwork and achievement of musical objectives are stressed. Depending on ability level, development of original material is strongly encouraged. Each weekly session culminates in a public performance and the recording of a CD. This camp is split into two age categories: for kids 7 - 9 and 9+. Rock City World Tour With musical story-time, world-instrument explorations, composition and improvisation opportunities - not to mention cultural and geography lessons from around the world - kids will love spending their summer immersed in this global musical vacation! Throughout the week of camp, adventurers are introduced to instruments as diverse as the African Hand-Drums and Australian Didgeridoos, and are encouraged to play and explore music and instruments with guided movement activities and imaginary story-telling experiences. Parents get to enjoy a musical performance highlighting many of these musical adventures culminating the week of camp! This camp is for children 3.5 (potty trained) - 7 years old. Students are grouped into similar age groups. Camp Hours Monday – Friday from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. Week concludes with a performance on Friday from 12:00 – 12:30 pm Band Promo 101 Do you have an awesome band that's rocking covers and writing songs, but not sure of what to do next? Come learn how to promote your music and get gigs! Find out how to create a press kit, including one sheets, photos and even a professional demo. Work in a state of the art studio with professional engineers to create your own signature sound. At the end of the week, play a live show and sell your first B2R produced demo. Bachapella: A Rock Chorus Working with a professional vocal coach on proper breathing and phonation techniques, this program combines solo and ensemble singing in a chorus format. Students are grouped according to age, vocal development and experience. They learn to sing in a rock and pop style with while honing their stagecraft and presentation technique. The session culminates in a public performance and recording of the group's songs on a professionally mastered CD. Recording Arts and Beatmaking Using state-of-the-art recording technology, such as Pro Tools and Digidesign compatible control surfaces, students gain hands on experience manipulating sound in an industry level environment. Participants have the opportunity to create original music and record live bands in B2R's professional recording studios. Beat Refinery – Intro to DJing (For ages 10+) If your child loves music and technology, this is the camp for them! Students get hands-on experience while learning the fundamentals of mixing songs, scratching sounds, and DJ music theory. Learning from world class DJ instructors, students work on individual state-of-the-art DJ workstations and will record and perform a short 2 to 3 song mini mix at the end of the program. No previous DJ experience required. This camp is for kids 10+.

Camp Type:  Day Year Established: Gender: Coed Age of Campers: 4 to 18 years old Cost/Week: $201.00-$350.00/wk Religious Affiliation: Camp Owner(s): Camp Director(s): Nearest Large City: Washington, DC Off Season Rental:

Camp Focus: Arts Camps: Music

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Camp Hours (Monday - Friday) Half Day Sessions: 9:00 am - 1:00pm or 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Full Day Sessions: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm