Music and Video Production Camp
Music and Video Production
Welcome to Music and Video Production, an exciting and creative camp experience where students become artists, producers, and filmmakers all in one!
Campers will explore the fundamentals of digital music production and video creation using Soundtrap, an interactive, web-based studio that makes composing and collaborating easier than ever. Through this accessible platform, campers will learn to record, mix, and edit music while experimenting with instruments, loops, and vocals across a variety of genres.
Each session blends creativity, technology, and storytelling, empowering campers to produce original tracks and music videos that showcase their artistic vision. By the end of the week, every camper will have a finished song or short video to share with family and friends.
NEW THIS YEAR: In addition to our Plus Camp, Full-Day program, this year we have added half-day options for each session. Campers can choose to leave at 12:00 pm after the Music and Video Production session.
Features of Music and Video Production Camp
Instruction in LogicPro
Use of the 12-station keyboard lab
Creation of a fully formed music video
Use of iMovie
Experience in filming, digital audio workstations, and MIDI sequencer
Daily free swim time
Meet Your Instructor!
Warren Charleston '12
This is Warren’s third year Directing the Digital Music & Video Production. Warren Charleston is a Fessenden Alumni Class of 2012. He currently teaches 6th Grade Cultural Geography, 5th & 6th Grade Life and Leadership, and 7th grade Health & Wellness in the Middle and Upper School at Fessenden. He is also a hip hop recording artist under the name Warren the Alchemist (WTA) and is based in Boston, MA. He has performed at the Sonia in the Middle East restaurant in Cambridge, MA, The Monkey Bar in Amherst, MA, The Hawks and Reed performing Arts center in Greenfield, MA, Lit Amherst night club in Amherst, MA, and the Powerhouse at Amherst College. His music engineering experience comes from working at The Mix Loft Recording Studio in Quincy, MA and he has taught digital music classes at summer camps and schools prior to working at Fessenden.
Music and Video Production Program Options
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Half Day
Creative Producers (Week 1, AM Only)
- Gender(s): Boys & Girls
- Age Range: Entering Grades 6-9
- Dates: –
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Schedule:
Monday to Friday
9 am to 12pm - Extended Program: Extended Day Program Options: Mornings 8-9a
- Price: $565
- Description: Building your First Beat! Campers start their journey into music production by learning how to build beats, layer sounds, and create melodies. Using Soundtrap’s loops and instruments, they’ll craft their first original track and discover the art of digital recording. Throughout the camp, our dedicated instructors will provide guidance and support, ensuring that each camper reaches their full potential. By the end of this musical journey, your children will not only have expanded their musical horizons but also created a portfolio of original music and videos to showcase their newfound talents to family and friends. This program is a half day (9am-12pm), and only includes the Music and Video Production portion. Full Day (9am-4pm) options are also available.
Songwriters Studio- (Week 2, AM only)
- Gender(s): Boys & Girls
- Age Range: Entering Grades 6-9
- Dates: –
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Schedule:
Monday to Friday
9 am to 12pm - Extended Program: Extended Day Program Options: Mornings 8-9a
- Price: $452 (prorated for no camp on July 3rd)
- Description: From Lyrics to Life. This week focuses on storytelling through music. Campers will learn how to write simple lyrics, record vocals, and shape a song that reflects their personality and message. Perfect for beginners who love to sing, rhyme, or write. Throughout the camp, our dedicated instructors will provide guidance and support, ensuring that each camper reaches their full potential. By the end of this musical journey, your children will not only have expanded their musical horizons but also created a portfolio of original music and videos to showcase their newfound talents to family and friends. This program is a half day (9am-12pm), and only includes the Music and Video Production portion. Full Day (9am-4pm) options are also available.
Remix Lab- (Week 3, AM only)
- Gender(s): Boys & Girls
- Age Range: Entering Grades 6-9
- Dates: –
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Schedule:
Monday to Friday
9 am to 12pm - Extended Program: Extended Day Program Options: Mornings 8-9a
- Price: $565
- Description: Reimagine the Sound. Campers become remix artists, taking familiar songs and transforming them with their own creative twist. They’ll learn about sampling, rhythm changes, and remix techniques to produce a fresh version of a track they know and love. Throughout the camp, our dedicated instructors will provide guidance and support, ensuring that each camper reaches their full potential. By the end of this musical journey, your children will not only have expanded their musical horizons but also created a portfolio of original music and videos to showcase their newfound talents to family and friends. This program is a half day (9am-12pm), and only includes the Music and Video Production portion. Full Day (9am-4pm) options are also available.
Lights, Camera, Action! (Weeks 7, AM Only)
- Gender(s): Boys & Girls
- Age Range: Entering Grades 6-9
- Dates: –
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Schedule:
Monday to Friday
9 am to 12pm - Extended Program: Extended Day Program Options: Mornings 8-9a
- Price: $565
- Description: This session combines music and visual art. Campers will direct and star in their own short music video, learning basic storyboarding, filming, and editing to bring their song to life on screen. Throughout the camp, our dedicated instructors will provide guidance and support, ensuring that each camper reaches their full potential. By the end of this musical journey, your children will not only have expanded their musical horizons but also created a portfolio of original music and videos to showcase their newfound talents to family and friends. This program is a half day (9am-12pm), and only includes the Music and Video Production portion. Full Day (9am-4pm) options are also available.
Studio Showcase- (Week 8, AM only)
- Gender(s): Boys & Girls
- Age Range: Entering Grades 6-9
- Dates: –
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Schedule:
Monday to Friday
9 am to 12pm - Extended Program: Extended Day Program Options: Mornings 8-9a
- Price: $565
- Description: Create your own Signature sound! In the final session of the summer, campers will put everything together, writing, recording, and performing their own original song or collaborative track. The week culminates in a showcase where campers can share their finished project with family and friends. Throughout the camp, our dedicated instructors will provide guidance and support, ensuring that each camper reaches their full potential. By the end of this musical journey, your children will not only have expanded their musical horizons but also created a portfolio of original music and videos to showcase their newfound talents to family and friends. This program is a half day (9am-12pm), and only includes the Music and Video Production portion. Full Day (9am-4pm) options are also available.
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+Camp
Creative Producers (Week 1)
- Gender(s): Boys & Girls
- Age Range: Entering Grades 6-9
- Dates: –
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Schedule:
Monday to Friday
9 am to 4 pm - Extended Program: Extended Day Program Options: Mornings 8-9a, Afternoon 4-6p
- Price: $915
- Description: Building your first Beat! Campers start their journey into music production by learning how to build beats, layer sounds, and create melodies. Using Soundtrap’s loops and instruments, they’ll craft their first original track and discover the art of digital recording. Throughout the camp, our dedicated instructors will provide guidance and support, ensuring that each camper reaches their full potential. By the end of this musical journey, your children will not only have expanded their musical horizons but also created a portfolio of original music and videos to showcase their newfound talents to family and friends. A Half Day option of this program is also available.
Songwriters Studio (Week 2)
- Gender(s): Boys & Girls
- Age Range: Entering Grades 6-9
- Dates: –
-
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
9 am to 4 pm - Extended Program: Extended Day Program Options: Mornings 8-9a, Afternoon 4-6p
- Price: $732 (prorated for no camp on July 3rd)
- Description: From Lyrics to Life. This week focuses on storytelling through music. Campers will learn how to write simple lyrics, record vocals, and shape a song that reflects their personality and message. Perfect for beginners who love to sing, rhyme, or write. Throughout the camp, our dedicated instructors will provide guidance and support, ensuring that each camper reaches their full potential. By the end of this musical journey, your children will not only have expanded their musical horizons but also created a portfolio of original music and videos to showcase their newfound talents to family and friends. A Half Day option of this program is also available.
Remix Lab (Week 3)
- Gender(s): Boys & Girls
- Age Range: Entering Grades 6-9
- Dates: –
-
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
9 am to 4 pm - Extended Program: Extended Day Program Options: Mornings 8-9a, Afternoon 4-6p
- Price: $915
- Description: Reimagine the Sound. Campers become remix artists, taking familiar songs and transforming them with their own creative twist. They’ll learn about sampling, rhythm changes, and remix techniques to produce a fresh version of a track they know and love. Throughout the camp, our dedicated instructors will provide guidance and support, ensuring that each camper reaches their full potential. By the end of this musical journey, your children will not only have expanded their musical horizons but also created a portfolio of original music and videos to showcase their newfound talents to family and friends. A Half Day option of this program is also available.
Lights, Camera, Action! (Weeks 7)
- Gender(s): Boys & Girls
- Age Range: Entering Grades 6-9
- Dates: –
-
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
9 am to 4 pm - Extended Program: Extended Day Program Options: Mornings 8-9a, Afternoon 4-6p
- Price: $915
- Description: This session combines music and visual art. Campers will direct and star in their own short music video, learning basic storyboarding, filming, and editing to bring their song to life on screen. Throughout the camp, our dedicated instructors will provide guidance and support, ensuring that each camper reaches their full potential. By the end of this musical journey, your children will not only have expanded their musical horizons but also created a portfolio of original music and videos to showcase their newfound talents to family and friends. A Half Day option of this program is also available.
Studio Showcase (Week 8)
- Gender(s): Boys & Girls
- Age Range: Entering Grades 6-9
- Dates: –
-
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
9 am to 4 pm - Extended Program: Extended Day Program Options: Mornings 8-9a, Afternoon 4-6p
- Price: $915
- Description: Create your own Signature sound! In the final session of the summer, campers will put everything together, writing, recording, and performing their own original song or collaborative track. The week culminates in a showcase where campers can share their finished project with family and friends. Throughout the camp, our dedicated instructors will provide guidance and support, ensuring that each camper reaches their full potential. By the end of this musical journey, your children will not only have expanded their musical horizons but also created a portfolio of original music and videos to showcase their newfound talents to family and friends. A Half Day option of this program is also available.