February 2010 Rock Tools Camps at the
Upper Valley Rock School!
The Upper Valley Rock School will be offering TWO different camps for the February School Break (Feb 15-19). Hosted by multi instrumentalist and songwriter, Julian DeFelice the camps are fun and educational for students.
Camp #1 (9AM-1PM): Aimed at younger students and will focus on playing covers of the students choosing. Meet new band-mates and learn the ins and outs of songwriting by example, working together and many of the challenges and excitements of being in a rock band! ($200)
Camp #2 (2PM-6PM- not meeting on Wednesday): For older and more experienced students, this camp will focus on songwriting and jamming in an ensemble. Learn tips on writing original songs, recording, working with band-mates towards a common goal. ($160)
Bring your instruments, earplugs and a lunch and be prepared to have fun and work hard on your creative talents!
Camps are held at Lewiston Hall on the grounds of the Upper Valley Events Center, Rt. 5 in Norwich, VT, across from the Subaru dealership.
Please email the uvRockSchool office at: office@uvpresents.org or call 802-526-2055 with questions or to arrange a time to meet with Julian and see what is right for you! |
General Rock School Information
Our challenge: Show us a person, young or old, who doesn’t like music!
Upper Valley Presents’ Rock School is a community-based educational program that teaches creativity, teamwork, social skills and builds self-esteem and confidence through music. Our mission is to create a positive atmosphere in which students are motivated and encouraged through hands-on learing to achieve their own personal fulfillment, whether through instrumentation, song writing, singing, or recording. We strive to bring communities together, to reach out to kids, young or old, and to create an atmosphere that truly Rocks! From here, we will expand our vision and hope that other communities will recognize the value that music plays in the lives of our students and audiences everywhere.
Classes are offered that allow vocalists, drummers, rhythm and lead guitarists and bassists of all ages and abilities to participate. Rock School teaches rock, jazz, blue grass or any genre in which you may be interested. Additionally, existing bands can sign up with the school for coaching and production of their own CD.
PA and session infrastructure including drums & keyboard is provided, you bring your own amp and guitar.
Come and have a free look/discussion with on of our instructors in advance. You will be placed with like-minded and ability players. Or, come with your existing band - special rates apply. We schedule eight classes followed by a public recital for those who are ready. Classes may meet any weekday at 4:30 to 6:30 or 7 to 9 PM. Saturday and Sunday afternoon classes are possible as well. Call (802) 526 2055 for current session dates and class schedules.
Rock School is brought to you by Upper Valley Presents, a Vermont nonprofit that celebrates neighborhood by bringing educational and artistic events to the Upper Valley. Other programs brought by UVP are Summer Days Camp, Music Together (a family music programs for ages birth to K) and Open Air Summer Family Concert series.
Sponsors and Partners of Rock School include Lebanon Opera House, Hypertherm, Pentagle Council of the Arts, CATV, GroSolar, Whaleback Ski Area, TransCanada, Hanover Strings and Blue Mountain Guitar. Also, kudos to the efforts of the parents of players for getting them to where they are in their lives and where they need to be each week.
