Music and Video Production
During Music and Video Production camp where young musicians will embark on an enriching journey! Through instruction from a professional recording artist, campers will immerse themselves in the world of music production, with a focus on Logic Pro and Garageband, two incredible digital audio workstations and MIDI sequencer software applications for macOS. By incorporating different music genres into each program session, campers will have the opportunity to explore a wide range of musical styles and develop their skills across various creative avenues. 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.
Music and Video Production Camp will consist of 4 separate sessions listed below.
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
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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Introduction to Music Production (Week 1)
- Length: +Camp
- Gender(s): Boys & Girls
- Age Range: Entering Grades 4-5
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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: $805
- Description: Genre: Electronic/EDM In this one-week introductory program, campers will explore the basics of music production with a focus on electronic and EDM (Electronic Dance Music) genres. They’ll use synthesizers, drum machines, and software to create energetic and danceable tracks. The emphasis will be on creating catchy melodies, pulsating beats, and incorporating various electronic elements into their compositions.
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Sampling Sensations (Weeks 3 & 4)
- Length: +Camp
- Gender(s): Boys & Girls
- Age Range: Entering Grades 6-8
- 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: $1610 (two week session)
- Description: Genre: Hip-Hop Campers will delve into the world of hip-hop during this two week program. They’ll learn how to sample and manipulate unique sounds, creating the signature beats and loops that define this genre. They’ll also work on their lyrical skills and flow, crafting verses and rhymes to go along with their sampled beats.
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Mixing Maestros (Weeks 5 & 6)
- Length: +Camp
- Gender(s): Boys & Girls
- Age Range: Entering Grades 6-8
- 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: $1610 (two week session)
- Description: Genre: Pop/Rock This two-week program will be dedicated to the art of mixing and editing, with a focus on the pop and rock genres. Campers will work with live instruments, guitars, drums, and vocals to create polished and dynamic tracks. They’ll experiment with different mixing techniques to achieve that radio-ready sound.
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Lights, Camera, Action! (Weeks 7 & 8)
- Length: +Camp
- Gender(s): Boys & Girls
- Age Range: Entering Grades 6-8
- 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: $1610 (two week session)
- Description: Genre: Pop/R&B In the final two weeks program, campers will shift their focus to creating music videos, which will align well with the pop and R&B genres. They'll work on songs that have a visual storytelling element, crafting smooth and soulful tracks. The music videos will complement the music, featuring scenic shots and choreography to enhance the overall experience.
