Summer School '09

Summer is on its way and we're not slowing down this year!! Last year's summer school was such a success that we've decided to run another range of workshops. Of course, regular lessons are available throughout the summer break, too. If you want to take part in the summer school programme you can help our planning by taking a minute or two to fill out the questionnaire and email (or snailmail) it back to us.

Regular Lessons

Lessons in guitar, bass, drums, vocals, keyboards and piano are available throughout the summer. If you're an existing student then your times/days may change - just get in touch and we'll schedule you in.

Workshop Programme

Now this is where it gets really exciting. There's a whole range of different workshops available this summer, just keep on reading for more or click here to download all the info including times, prices, etc.

Live Performance Workshop
Dramatically improve your live performance and understanding of playing various styles of music with the MMA 'Live Perfromance Workshop', taught by MMA pro tutors Dave Evans and Sarah Gray.
Focusing heavily on vital aspects of performing on stage, the workshop looks at subjects such as communication, appearance, replicating differnet musical styles and arranging songs for a more exciting live presentation.
The course will conclude with a live show to try out newfound skills, as well as the opportunity to play a gig with the MMA faculty band at a later date.
Bring your whole band or come as an individual and change your perception of playing live music forever!
Date 1: 29-30 July | Date 2: 19-20 Aug | Price £95

Songwriting
An introduction to songwriting aimed at singers/lyricists, guitarists and pianists/keyboarders. Analysing a variety of best-selling and critically acclaimed songs we'll discuss the differences and what makes them so successful. We'll look at the importance of hook writing regardless of musical style and how to use different instruments depending on genre, etc. In the course of the workshop you'll write a complete song and perform it to friends and family. Taught by Sam Reed and Dave Evans.
Date 1: 27-28 July | Date 2: 17-18 Aug | Price £95

Recording
Learn how to use the recording technology in MMA's own sound recording studio. This recording workshop is designed to give students an insight into the world of recording music! Split over a 2 day period, we will guide you through the fundamental techniques and practices used in the industry to record and mix a piece of music which will be performed by the students. Subjects covered include microphone techniques, recording basic tracks and overdubs using cutting edge recording software, drum programming (using MIDI and drum loops), mixing and using effects. Taught by Pro Tools expert Dan Donovan.
Date: 29-30 Aug | Price £115

for more information including exact times click here

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: SAVE £5 ON ANY WORKSHOP IF YOU PAY IN FULL BEFORE JULY 11th!!

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