Park District of Oak Park

60 Rock 'N' Roll Boot Camp (Ages 10-13) Supervisor: Melissa Rimdzius If you already know something about music but haven't tried rock 'n roll, this two-day workshop will cover all of the basic "survival skills" you need to write songs and play shows. Taught by experienced professional musicians, students will try their hand at rock instruments including electric guitar, bass, drums, keyboards, and learn how to sing on a microphone. You'll also get a crash course in music history and songwriting, so you'll be ready to start your own band or record your first hit single. Class takes place at School of Rock, 219 Lake Street in Oak Park. Min 10/Max 25 DIY Home Recording (Ages 12 - 18) Supervisor: Melissa Rimdzius It's easier than ever to create high-quality recordings and podcasts using a laptop or tablet, free software, and some basic home equipment. This one-day workshop explores what gear to get and how to make it sound great without spending a fortune. Experiment throughout the day with different recording techniques and effects and learn the tricks that professional producers use to make hits. Participants don't need to be expert musicians, but they should be tech-friendly. Class takes place at School of Rock, 219 Lake Street in Oak Park. Min 6/Max 12 Rock Band Coaching (Ages 12-18) Supervisor: Melissa Rimdzius Rock bands: you know how to play your instruments, but do you know how to play the crowd? Convert listeners to true fans and learn how to captivate an audience in this band coaching workshop led by the Oak Park School of Rock. Each band will perform a 20 minute set in SOR's warehouse venue, followed by a private half hour coaching session where one of SOR's experienced professionals will analyze your performance and work on your stage presence. If you're competing in the Battle of the Bands this spring, don't miss this! Drums, amps, mics, and a PA are provided - just bring your instruments and your attitude. Class takes place at School of Rock, 219 Lake Street in Oak Park. Min 1/Max 1 Come to Scoville Park on Saturday, June 14 from 1-5:30pm to watch local teens compete for a chance to advance to the regional competition in July. Besides the opportunity to hear 6 great local bands, we'll have games and chances for the audience to win some really cool prizes just for showing up. And best yet...it's all FREE! Rain Location: School of Rock (219 Lake Street) This event is sponsored by the Park District of Oak Park, the Oak Park Public Library, and School of Rock. Enter Your Band! Here's your chance to get your band heard! Any teen band is welcome to apply. Winning bands will take home some cool prizes and will have a chance to compete at regional and state levels, and all bands who participate will have access to an exclusive after party! Bands must consist of at least 2 members between the ages of 13 and 21 (and at least half of the band members must be no older than 19 years of age) as of August 16, 2014. Log on to www.pdop.org/ teens for a complete set of rules and submission instructions. All Bands must submit the registration form and demo to Melissa Rimdzius at the Administration Office at 218 Madison by Friday, May 2 at 5pm. Live Auditions - New in 2014! Get a chance to show our judges why you deserve to play in the the Battle of the Bands! Bands who choose to sign up for the live audition on May 4th will have 20 minutes to perform for our judges on the stage at School of Rock (219 Lake Street in Oak Park). Audition time slots are available between 1pm and 5pm, and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis; bands will be contacted to select a time slot once a registration form and demo has been received. JUST FOR TEENS PROGRAM AGES DAY(S)/TIME DATE(S) # of CLASSES ACTIVITY # RES/NR Rock N Roll Boot Camp 10-13 M & Tu, 9am-3pm Mar 24 - Mar 25 2 #229236-01 $250/$375 DIY Home Recording 12-18 F, 9am-3pm Mar 28 1 #229237-01 $125/$188 Rock Band Coaching 12-18 F, 1-1:50pm Apr 18 1 #229238-01 $100/$150 Rock Band Coaching 12-18 F, 2-2:50pm Apr 18 1 #229238-02 $100/$150 Rock Band Coaching 12-18 F, 3-3:50pm Apr 18 1 #229238-03 $100/$150 Rock Band Coaching 12-18 F, 4-4:50pm Apr 18 1 #229238-04 $100/$150 Rock Band Coaching 12-18 F, 5-5:50pm Apr 18 1 #229238-05 $100/$150 Noon on Th, Mar 6 - see page 89 for details Lottery

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