Do you LOVE music? Do you enjoy sharing your music with others? Would you be interested in forming a band, recording music, or performing live? If you answered “yes” to any of those questions, then the Youth Rock Camp program is something you should be checking out! Created by the New Black Music & Arts Centre, this new music-based youth program, “Youth Rock Camp” will teach you how to hone your musical skills from industry professionals with the ultimate end goal of a live performance. Each participant is taught not only how to best tap into their musical abilities, but also to utilize social media to promote their band. You can even record your own songs!
“Programs like these do exist to some extent in Calgary. However, it could cost a participant up to $400 to join, clearly eliminating a lot of families or youth who aren’t able to incur the cost,” said Darren Ollinger, president of The New Black Music and Arts Centre. “But thanks to a generous $20,000 donation from the TELUS Calgary Community Board, there will be no fees for participants, clearly opening the doors for youth of all walks of life to get involved.”
Funding from the TELUS Calgary Community Board will prove extremely helpful for those families who have a hard time keeping up with living expense while also giving their children the chance to utilize creative outlets for their musical interests. With the creation of this program, the hope is to break down financial barriers and give rise to new superstars.
“Creating a positive avenue for youth to channel their energy and pursue their love of music is exciting,” said Ken King, chair of the TELUS Calgary Community Board. “Our support of the New Black Music and Arts Centre underscores the TELUS Calgary Community Board’s ongoing commitment to partnering with charitable organizations to provide innovative, affordable and safe programs for Calgary’s youth.”
The camp runs on Mondays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., February 27 to April 16, 2012.
Space for this amazing opportunity is limited so sign up today by emailing darren@thenewblackcentre.com or check out www.thenewblackcentre.com for more details on both the Youth Rock Camp and The New Black Music & Arts Centre.
What are you waiting for? Your inner rock star is dying to be a part of this!
