Camp Boredomfighters - Instrument Garden Camp Retreat

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Locations: YMCA Camp Shady Brook, Colorado
Camp Boredomfighters - Instrument Garden Camp Retreat
The Camp Boredomfighters Instrument Garden Camp Retreat is a week-long immersive experience set in the mountains, produced in partnership with YMCA Camp Shady Brook. This retreat offers two distinct music production camps: the Music Maker’s Discovery Camp and BeatCamp, catering to different skill levels. Each camp provides a comprehensive music production experience through workshops, hands-on exercises, and collaborative projects, all designed to help young music enthusiasts explore and expand their creative abilities. Participants will also have the chance to perform for the entire camp, showcasing their newly developed skills.

Details

Mastery of Music Production Skills
Campers will gain advanced music production skills through hands-on exercises, workshops, and personalized instruction, tailored to their current level of experience.
Creative Collaboration and Performance
Participants will engage in collaborative music-making projects and have the opportunity to perform for the entire camp, building confidence and teamwork.
Exploration of Music Career Paths
Through interactions with seasoned experts and national touring acts, campers will explore various career opportunities in the music industry.

Services

Boredom Fighters BeatCamp
Education Services
A specialized camp designed for young, gifted, and aspiring producers aged 8-16 who are already producing music on a laptop. Held ...
Music Maker's Discovery Camp
Education Services
Offering a unique opportunity for young music enthusiasts aged 8-16 to dive into the world of modern music making. Held from July ...

Companies

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A nonprofit dedicated to keeping kids active and engaged through creative activities.
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Inquiry
Steps

Explore Camp Options

Interested participants can explore the two available camp options: Music Maker's Discovery Camp and BeatCamp, each tailored to different skill levels.

Register and Prepare

Once registered, campers will receive detailed information on what to bring, expectations, and any pre-camp preparation needed based on the selected camp.

Attend and Engage

Campers will attend the week-long retreat, fully engaging in the immersive music production activities, workshops, and performances.
Music Maker’s Discovery Camp is for beginners with no prior experience, while BeatCamp is designed for those already producing music on a laptop, offering more advanced instruction.
Campers should bring any personal music production tools they currently use, especially for BeatCamp. Additional details on required items will be provided upon registration.
Registration can be completed through the Boredomfighters website via the provided booking form, or by contacting the Executive Director directly via email.

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