Dog House Intensive Saturday Workshop for Teens
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Camp Information
Dog House Music is excited to introduce its new Intensive Saturday Rock & Roll Workshop for Teens. This program is geared towards teen bands looking to develop their own material and play out locally. Whether you are an individual player, new band, or have been playing together already, these workshops will give you the opportunity to develop as a band, and start scheduling shows.
Ages 11 - 17, intermediate to advanced players
Open to individuals or bands
Bands will:
- Write an original set list
- Learn marketing/PR for bands
- Make field trips
- Hear guest speakers/musicians
- Get booked in a local venue
Curriculum
Under the direction of our professional musical staff, students will write a full set of 8-10 original songs. Students will also attend seminars on marketing, the recording industry, band dynamics, and other topics relevant to musicians starting out their careers. After four Saturday sessions (9am - 4pm), students will be booked into gigs at local all-age venues, including the Fox Theatre in Boulder. Students will receive a CD of their live show, plus ongoing booking assistance through DHM's extensive contact network. Bands will also have the opportunity to audition for a spot at DHM's Teen Stage during the Boulder Creek Festival 2008.
Special Events
Top local studio and recording musicians will drop in for exclusive DHM performances; students will also hear guest speakers address special topics
of interest to the teen music community. Field trips will include:
- Colorado Sound Recording Studio -- one of Colorado's top digital recording studios, catering to both local and national acts.
- AirShow Mastering Studio -- award-winning mastering studio.
- OME -- handcrafted instrument manufacturer
- Woodsongs Lutherie -- Guitar repair facility
- Tribes Drums Company -- Percussion Manufacturer
Other Information
Tuition:
$395/ four-week block (rolling registration). Includes T-shirt and live CD.
Returning Student Discount:
$25 discount for returning camp students
Deposit:
$200 at time of registration, balance due first day of class.
Cancellation policy:
Deposits will be refunded for cancellations up to two weeks before start date.
Need an instrument?
Drums, percussion and keyboards will be included. We can help you to rent a guitar if needed.
Meals:
Students are responsible for their own meals, etc. Soda and water are available on the premises; student lunch specials are also available from several local pizza and sandwich vendors by delivery.
Student conduct:
We are operating a friendly, creative atmosphere where students can enjoy themselves while developing their musical skills. DHM will not be accountable for theft or damage to student property. Any student that exhibits behavioral problems that are detrimental to operating the camp or mistreats fellow students, staff or facilities, will be asked to leave and will forfeit their tuition.
Our staff:
All DHM instructors undergo a Colorado Bureau of Investigation background check before beginning work.