IN THE CLASSROOM
In Music Production children learn about the functionalities of the Digital Audio Workstation BandLab, which is provided as a free online platform that they can also use at home. The curriculum involves audio recording and engineering, as well as Music Production itself. Children are aided by Counselors and their supervisor, and are encouraged to be creative. In this class, campers have made professional-quality work while having fun doing so.
Industry standard
Campers are provided with Lenovo Think Pads to use the necessary software to produce music for the curriculum. Campers are also provided with DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) software like BandLab where they learn to use effectively for Music Production, as well a an electronic MIDI keyboard and headphones. BandLab is a software that helps people create professional-sounding work while being completely free for campers to use. Learning how to produce music on BandLab can ultimately lead them to using more professional software that we use at Staten Island Tech like Apple's Logic Pro.
Quotes from campers and counselors
"It's cool to get to create your own sounds rather than listening to other artists" - Camper
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"They are always looking for their own innovative solutions and surprise us with their trouble-shooting skills" - Jackie, Counselor
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"When you give the kids the right guidance and tools, its incredible to witness what they are capable of" - Josh Labidou, Lead Teacher