Stopped in to see Camden-Rockport Middle School students recording CD
While I was in Camden last Saturday I stopped by the Strom Auditorium while the middle school students were recording a holiday CD. I know many of you record CD’s with your students but middle school music educator Allysa Anderson who teaches chorus and general music added a twist to this learning opportunity.
Before Saturday Allysa’s 185 chorus students got a glimpse of the world of musicians and recording professionals. Students were exposed to music technology, production, and sound engineering. The purpose was to educate and inspire students so they can consider a career in the music industry. Along with learning about the “behind the scenes” aspects of making music they also had their voices professionally recorded for the CD.
The project is funded by Youth Arts which supports a variety of arts based projects in grades K-12 in Camden-Rockport. This project started in September when students visited the Main Street Music Studios in Bangor. There they saw all aspects of the business and had the chance to create sample recordings. They visited with experts in string and brass instruments and learned about their jobs and how they got where they are today.
Last Saturday the 6th, 7th and 8th grade chorus made their final recordings at the Strom. The Bangor studio will mix and master the collection and duplicate the CDs for the sale but the students will assemble the final product. Sales of the CD will benefit the chorus department at the Camden-Rockport Middle School. If you are interested in purchasing the $10 CDs please contact Elena Hamilton at 236-0396.
This is a first for Allysa and from what I could see and hear it was a SUCCESS…. CONGRATULATIONS Allysa!
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