The Bellamy Songwriting Camp is designed to accommodate all levels of experience, from complete beginners to those who have already written and recorded music. Each session varies according to the specific group of campers, however the program’s pillars include: finding a more personal relationship with music and developing an expressive voice. Campers will create something 'new' in solo and group settings.
The session is modeled after the Interprovincial Music Camp Songwriting Program, where Ben (Songwriting Camp Director) went for many years and now works as a faculty assistant.
Location: 621 Boulevard Neptune, Dorval, QC
Time: 10am-4pm
Note: students can be dropped off before or picked up after this time window to accommodate parent work schedules - just let us know and we can discuss an additional childcare rate
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Creation of original material: music with lyrics, instrumental compositions, electronic music, spoken word…
Coffeehouse: campers will have the opportunity to perform their creations for an audience at the end of the week
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Group listening and analysis of students’ favourite songs
Writing exercises - free and unstructured
Song sharing circles
Introductory instrument sessions: ukulele, guitar, piano, beat-making
Studio recording sessions
Music games
Free-time
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The $300 tuition includes:
5 full days of supervision/activities/lessons
Access to quality recording equipment, computer software and instruments - Campers should bring their own instrument(s) (guitar, ukulele, keyboard etc.) for use in the creative process if possible. Some instruments will be provided.
Opportunity to collaborate with multiple professional musicians
Access to a performance venue at the end of the week
Performances by guest artists
