Building Kidz/Cool & Classic Performing Arts Center
Summer Camp
Instructor: Gianfranco Ferri
Music (guitar, piano, music recording and production)
1 week camp:
Guitar - Learning how to play 3 basic open chords (using 1 finger), strumming 3 simple songs and open string plucking exercises. Also, learning the basic information regarding the guitar and guitar playing techniques.
Piano - Learning how to play the scale of C major, sharp notes, chromatic scale, reading notes from a music sheet and 3 simple one-note melodies. Also, learning basic facts about the piano and piano playing techniques.
Music Recording and Production – Recording 3 songs with music and vocals, designing CD jacket and production.
2 week camp:
Guitar - Same as 1 week camp plus: playing basic open chords using 2 fingers, 5 songs, and scale of C major.
Piano – Same as 1 week camp plus: playing 2 note intervals, recognizing pitch by ear, playing 5 one-note melodies.
Music Recording and Production – Recording 5 songs with music and vocals, designing CD jacket and production.
4 week camp:
Guitar – Same as 2 week camp plus: playing basic open chords using 3 fingers, 8 songs, scale of C minor.
Piano – Same as 2 week camp plus: scale of C minor, 3 note major chords, playing 8 melodies.
Music Recording and Production – Recording 8 songs with music and vocals, designing CD jacket and production.
8 week camp:
Guitar – Same as 4 week camp plus: playing power chords, pentatonic scales, reading music, 10 songs.
Piano – Same as 4 week camp plus: pentatonic scales, 3 note minor chords, playing 10 melodies.
Music Recording and Production – Recording 10 songs with music and vocals, designing CD jacket and production.
*At the end of each camp there would be a performance of the students showing what they have learned to family and friends on our stage.
Building Kidz/Cool & Classic Performing Arts Center
Summer Camp Program 2010 Instructor: Carol McMackin
Spend your summer onstage with other talented young performers and experience the world of musical theatre, dance, and acting in a four-week workshop for ages 6 – 13 yrs. of age. Our musicals come to life before your eyes on our stage and create memories that will last a lifetime!
June 14th – Aug. 20th
Beginning Musical Theatre
Fee includes a daily two hour session with individual and group coaching, set, props and costume design. Designed for children as an introduction to understanding characters, movement, memorization of lines, team building and poise on stage.
Technical theatre component – children collaborate to create props to be used in production as well as drawing and painting or coloring backdrops for stage use.
Culminates with a performance of the show on the last day of class, which runs approximately one hour.
We require a $55.00 additional cost to cover miscellaneous expenses for the shows. Some personal clothing and/or items may be required.
Intermediate Musical Theatre
Fee includes a daily two hour session with individual and group coaching, set, props and costume design.
Technical theatre component – kids collaborate to create props to be used in production as well as drawing or coloring backdrops for stage use.
Designed for kids that have had experience onstage, with a focus on the development of characters, accents, voice and vocal range, dance, coordination, confidence, team building and poise on stage.
Culminates with a performance of the show on the last day of class, which runs approximately one hour.
Show - July 9th (First camp)
Show - Aug. 20th (Second camp)
Building Kidz/ Cool & Classic Performing Arts Center
Summer Camp Program
Ballroom and Hip hop/Jazz
Instructor: Adrian Bermudez
The objective of the Ballroom program is to introduce the students to the fun and joy of partner dancing. Through partner dancing they will develop skills in teamwork and social relations. The program offers Smooth dances (Fox Trot and/or Waltz) and Rhythm dances (Salsa and/or Swing). In this way the program introduces the students to a wide variety of rhythms and step patterns which will develop them into versatile dancers. This is one half of this dance program, with Hip hop/ jazz being the other half.
Hip hop and Jazz combined is the style of dance that is choreographed for a great amount of the current popular music. Both styles complement each other quite naturally. It is ensemble or solo dancing. The student will learn to master many patterns at a slow and fast pace. It is a lot of fun and develops focus and coordination.
Ballroom or partner dancing gives the pupil the skills to dance with another pupil while in physical contact with complete synchronization, while Hip hop/ jazz allows the pupil to dance by themselves or in an ensemble fashion with others, executing the exact same step patterns. Both styles develop self confidence and pride.
No special shoes are needed for either of these styles, however leather soled shoes are recommended for the Ballroom and light tennis shoes for Hip hop/ jazz.
The programs are offered in four different durations of time: one week. two weeks, four weeks or eight weeks. The following pages give a brief description of each program.
Ballroom/Salsa and Hip hop/ Jazz
1 week
The program time is divided into two separate sections within the time allotted.
In the first section the instructor teaches a half-hour of Slow Waltz and then a half-hour of Salsa. The second section is the instruction of Hip hop/ Jazz. Each dance is initially presented with a brief but informative history of the dance. Here is a breakdown of the week to week programs starting with Ballroom/ Salsa.
In the Slow Waltz and Salsa the student learns proper body frame for each dance. They learn four different step patterns in each dance which they will be able to dance with ease by the end of the week.
2 week
In this program the class continues with Waltz and Salsa. Two to four more step patterns are introduced but review of the material from the first week is continuous to assure the memorization of all the step patterns.
4 week
In this program, since there is more time, two more dances are added to the curriculum. These dances are the Fox Trot and the East coast swing. The Fox Trot is a smooth dance like the slow waltz and the Swing a rhythm dance like Salsa. The goal is for the students to learn four step patterns in each dance and combine those patterns in different choreographic combinations which produce a wealth of dance with a few patterns. More patterns will be added according to the general ability of the class. At the end of 4 weeks there will be a demonstration of the dances.
8 week
This program is an expansion on the previous 4 weeks. No new dances will be added, however 4 more step patterns will be added to each dance. It means that each student will have to focus even more so to retain all the dance material presented to them. It also means they will be gaining more dance vocabulary to use in the future. There will be a demonstration show at the end of this program.
Hip hop/ Jazz dance
1 week
In this program the students will learn a short routine lasting no longer than
one minute. This routine will include a combination of standard Jazz and Hip hop step patterns blended together to achieve a short but dynamic dance.
It will include triple steps, 3 step turns, body waves or ripples, kicks, glides and others. The students will develop coordination and poise and definition of body movements. The class meets 1 hour a day for 5 days.
2 week
This program will add more step patterns and also end with a more challenging dance routine of no more than a minute. By the way, one minute
is a lot of dance steps. This class meets 1 hour a day for 10 days.
4 week
This program introduces more challenging steps which will form a routine lasting no longer than 2 minutes and will be presented at the end of the dance sessions.
8 week
In this program the class will work on a 2 minute routine which will develop them into very musical and coordinated dancers. You will be very proud of their efforts as you see them dancing on the dance floor performing their routine.
By the way, for any of you parents who may have concerns of the level of difficulty of these programs, none of this dancing includes any dangerous moves like spinning on backs or heads. It is safe dancing.
Building Kidz
Summer Program
Spanish around the World
Participant will be exposed to a series of cultural lessons in which students take imaginary trips to actual Spanish-speaking countries — learning and practicing Spanish vocabulary while exploring each country's culture and geography and celebrate various holidays and customs. Songs and dances play a key role and reinforce the Spanish Cultural Curriculum. Music lessons for kids not only improve their memorization and small motor skills, but also strongly contribute to improve their self-confidence. It is truly rewarding when a child reaches a pre-set goal or milestone; whether that is learning a new song, performing in front of others or just finding enjoyment in learning a new language.
Participants will be grouped according to grade level. They will choose a dance/song to be performed at the end of the 4th and 8th week.
Week 1 and Week 2 : Un Viaje Internacional
Participants take imaginary trips to Spanish- speaking countries, make their own passports, learn vocabulary describing personal information, identify places around the world, and discuss methods of transportation used for international travel. Songs, dances, and art projects reinforce their learning.
Week 3 and Week 4: Vamos a Mexico!
Participants use their pre-made passports to travel to Mexico. They identify more places around the world; learn/practice vocabulary describing personal information. They learn about Mexico’s customs, traditions, and holiday celebrations (Cinco de Mayo). Songs, games, chants and poems enrich the learning experience. Art project: Making own piñata (it takes several days to complete the project).
Week 5 and Week 6: Tapas en España
Participants journey through their imaginations and visit Spain. They use their pre-made passport and add the Spain flag. They learn about traditional flamenco music, sing Spanish folk songs about food, enjoy stories, and poems. They taste several foods that are typically served in Spain. Culinary art project: Tapas (appetizers).
Week 7 and Week 8 Vamos al Caribbe!
Participants take an imaginary trip to Cuba. They use their pre-made passport and add more flags. They identify more Spanish-speaking countries and talk about Cuba’s tropical geography. They identify tropical flora and fauna. They learn about Cuba’s food, and sing topic related songs. They make own maracas and dance the Cuban music.
Building Kidz/ Cool & Classic Performing arts center
TECH ARTS
Instructor: Darek Powers
1 WEEK
2 WEEKS
4 WEEKS
8 WEEKS
Novice
-Introductions to the computer and MSPaint
-Learn to use MSPaint to create and color shapes
-Final project will be a picture created using shapes and patterns
1 week curriculum, plus:
-Learn to observe shapes within shapes and objects
-Use simple shapes to draw complex objects
-Final project will be a picture of a complex object in real life drawn from simple shapes
2 week curriculum, plus:
-Introduction to composition
-Use simple shapes to draw scenes, such as a room, house, or street
-Final project will be a picture of a scene created entirely from shapes, with emphasis on composition
4 week curriculum, plus:
-Introduction to the drawing tools and brushes
-Practice in drawing in MSPaint using mouse
-Use simple shapes to draw people and animals
-Final project will be a picture of people or animals in a scene
Intermediate
-Quick overview of MSPaint
-Use imagination to create scenes
-Emphasis on coloring
-Final project will be a full color scene with people and/or animals made from the imagination
1 week curriculum, plus:
-Introduction to perspective on objects
-Draw “3d” shapes, like cylinders, cones, and boxes
-Final project will be a “table top” with “3d” objects
2 week curriculum, plus:
-Draw more complex isometric scenes
-Draw more complex isometric objects
-Final project will be an isometric drawing of a complex object, like a train
4 week curriculum, plus:
-Introduction to non-isometric perspective drawing
-Use line tools to draw in one point perspective
-Final project will be a non-isometric perspective drawing
Advanced
-Introduction to Adobe Photoshop
-Use of layers and tracing
-Use of selection tools
-Final project will be a completed picture with sketch, line, and color layers
1 week curriculum, plus:
-Introduction to different selection processes, like “fill” and “stroke”
-Creating color palettes
-Introduction to text tool
-Final project will be a full color “painted” image with text
2 week curriculum, plus:
-Introduction to blending tools and airbrush
-Introduction to rendering with shadows
-Final project will be a freehand draw/paint with rendering and use of blending tools
4 week curriculum, plus:
-Introduction to cartooning as a creative outlet
-Compose cartoon layouts
-Create a short story
-Final project will be a fully illustrated and written comic strip
World Wide Dancing
Give children a brief introduction to World Dance
•Focus on below five world dances:
•Duncan Dancing (Form of Modern & Story Telling dance)
•Indian Dancing (Classical)
•Brazilian Dance (Sambaa, Capoeira)
•Isreali Folk Dancing (Group folk dancing)
•Kenyan Native Dancing (Native African Dance)
•Provide children the tools to link audio/dance/visual cues to geographic cultures and regions
•Let children explore expression through acting, dance and music
•Facilitate the process of story telling through self-reflection or personal experience
•Present them with an opportunity to work in groups and lead discussions
Building Kidz/ Cool & Classic performing arts center
Circle of Life activity camp
Instructor: Jennifer Massis
Week 1: Introduction of self. We all get to know each other better and talk about ourselves. I also would like to create a camp memory box. For children to put special memorable camp stories or experiences they have from attending our camp.
Week 2: Family week: During family week we will talk about the importance of family as well as creating a family tree. We will also work on a father’s day project and card.
Week 3: International week: During this week, we will explore all the different countries and discover new foods and entertainment from around the world. Children will also be able to make an international recipe book. We will also do projects such making tie dye shirts / musical instruments etc.
Week 4: Diversity week: Why friends are important to have. Their backgrounds, what makes us different? During this week, we will be able to build stronger bonds with our friends as well as make friendship charm/bracelets that they can keep for a life time of memory. Learn the significance of giving back to the community. We may also be able to do some type of community service.
Week 5: Nutrition and Health: Discuss food pyramid, good vs. bad foods. Nutritional values etc. Let’s get physical! This week will be filled with sports and games. Children will play tag football/baseball/soccer and even learn yoga. It’s important for children to stay active and healthy. This week will help them learn the importance of physical activity and nutritional health.
Week 6: Cooking as science: Who said science is not fun! We can create new ways of learning science through cooking. This will be a great way to entertain children as well as get them involved.
Week 7: Nature week: Children will learn about green day and earthy day. They will also learn how to plant a garden as well as take care of our environment.
Week 8: Water fun: Have fun in the sun. Children enjoy playing with water. They will learn how to make their own bubbles and make their own kites. During this final week, we will have them create a camp journal. In this journal they will have day by day entries of all the fun things they did during camp along with projects with shells and sand.
At the end of the camp children will create a camp collage and will write in their camp journals.
|
Summer Program
