Pali Overnight Adventures

Description

Years from now, when fellow rockers say it used to be about the music, this is what they'll be talking about. Learn the ins and outs of the business of rock and roll. And put on a real rock show!

Week 1:

Write, record, and produce your very own song or rock out to your own cover version of your favorite song. Work together with other Rock Star campers and our staff of veteran songwriters and professional musicians to live the dream. You will learn the basics of song writing, improve your singing skills, and practice playing instruments including keyboard, drums, guitar, and bass. Then prepare for the showcase where you'll perform live in front of the entire camp! When you go home, you'll take with you a CD of your very own music to share with family and friends!

Week 2:

The 2-week program gives you more time for songwriting, instrument instruction and recording so you can really create a hit! During the first several days, channel your inner Rock Star as you sample a variety of classes, including voice, songwriting, producing, drums, guitar, bass, keyboards, recording, and mixing. Then practice your preferred instruments and start writing songs! Continue to improve as you take more advanced, individual lessons. Record and analyze demo tapes and practice auditioning for agents. Learn stage skills and the keys to creating a powerful stage presence. Rock Star Camp will teach you what it takes to make it in the industry so you leave Pali ready to be the next rock star! At the culmination of your training, perform live in the ultimate Red Carpet Event - the Pali Showcase - where not only do your parents, fellow campers, and friends get to rock out to your special performance, but real Hollywood Agents will be watching to find the next music sensation! If that isn't enough, all Rock Star campers who stay for week two will go home with their very own CD demo recording to share with friends and family.

Testimonials

I love Rock Star so much, I'm going to write another song!

- Cydnie, cabin 12

Sample Schedule

1 week Program:

Day 1

• Introduction of Campers and Staff.
• Finding out what each individual Camper wants to get out of the Rock star program.
• Vocal warm-up exercises.
• Define Groups: Bands, Solo artists. (Original or cover)
• Original songs: Brainstorm, define topics, start writing lyrics and melodies.
• Cover songs: Organize play-a-long tracks, or create if not found
• Bands: Organize bands (skill level, availability of instrumentalists)
• Jam, and feel out were each musicians level.

Day 2

• Vocal warm-up exercises.
• Focus on original tracks.
• Work on cover songs.

Day 3

• Vocal warm-up exercises.
• Rehearse Cover songs.

Day 4

• Vocal warm-up exercises.
• Rehearse show. Define set list.
• Run show
• Finish Mixes

Day 5

• Vocal warm-up exercises.
• Set up stage.
• Rehearse show on stage.

2 week Program:

• Jam Sessions, feeling out each musicians level.
• Drums for everybody (basic instruction).
• Instrumental instruction.
• Lecture on the Music Business.
• Harmony training for instrumentalists.
• Band workshop (listen, ear training,).
• Guitar and Bass technique.
• Concert for family and friends on the Saturday night!

Packing List

Rock Star Camp Packing List

• Your own portable instrument i.e. guitar, saxophone (Optional)
• Original song ideas, pre-written songs
• Cover songs to rehearse
• Costume (optional)

General Packing List

The following clothing list is designed as a guide for parents and campers and should be tailored to your child's planned specialty (see below), and activity interests. For example, campers with no desire for horseback riding do not need to bring a shoe with a 1/2" heel.

Campers and staff dress informally at Pali Overnight Adventures. The rule of thumb is bring clothes that are comfortable and expendable. We discourage designer clothing for 3 main reasons; camp is rustic and your child will be active; the relaxed no pressure environment gives campers the opportunity of not having to compete; and clothes are very easily lost or damaged at camp.

Camp implements a strict policy when it comes to "provocative clothing". A general rule is that undergarments must be worn at all times and may not be visible and that the navel to the bottom must be covered completely. Laundry is done for campers stayingfor three or more weeks. Laundry is done after the second week of a camper's stay. Please make sure your child has a laundry bag for their belongings.

Lost And Found - Name tags should be placed on all campers belongings. Please put the campers first and last name. While every effort is made to help campers be conscious of their belongings and return lost and found articles back to the campers, unlabeled articles are rarely recovered.

Pali Adventures is not responsible for the loss or damage to a camper's personal belongings for any reason (i.e. fire, theft, laundry or forgetfulness) and Pali Adventures strongly recommends that campers not bring items of value to camp.

Luggage - Luggage should be confined to bedding and one suitcase or duffel bag. Everything should be labelled and closed securely. We reserve the right to screen a camper's luggage.

Bedding - Camp does not provide any bedding or linens. All campers must bring their own sleeping bag (or sheets and blankets) for their nightly use, plus a pillow and pillowcase. Camp does not provide towels.

Personal Equipment - Cell phones are not permitted in camp and on camp sponsored trips. The camp may, at its discretion, hold cell phones or other similar devices. Confiscated cell phones may be picked up at the end of camp. Concerned Parents are always welcome to call the Head Counselors to check on the progress of their child. Almost every type of electronic device is not allowed at camp. As a rule, any item that can: send or receive a phone call or text messages, play a DVD, access the Internet or send or receive e-mail is not permitted at camp. Hand held electronic games, iPods, or other expensive equipment are strongly discouraged. The camp is not responsible for the damage, theft or other loss of any personal items.

Dangerous items are strictly prohibited from camp. No drugs, alcohol, cigarettes, matches, fireworks, or other contraband may be brought into camp. If these or any other dangerous items are found at camp, the staff will confiscate them and disciplinary action will be taken. Camp cannot guarantee the safekeeping or return of confiscated items.

The following list is basedon a two-week stay.

• 16 pair of underwear (including bras for girls)
• 16 pairs of socks
• 10 - 12 pairs of shorts
• 5 - 7 pairs of long pants, jeans or sweats
• 1 pair of sturdy sandals, thongs or tevas
• 2 pair of tennis shoes
• 13 - 14 T-shirts
• 3 long sleeved shirts
• 3 sweatshirts
• 1 jacket 1 hat
• 1 pair of semi-nice clothes for the dance!
• 2 bathing suits
• 3 towels
• 1 beach towel
• 1 set of PJ's
• Sleeping bag & pillow or sheets and blankets for a twin bed.
• Toiletries. Please include sunscreen, lip balm and moisturizer.
• SUNGLASSES
• Water bottle (Optional - Pali will provide)
• Flashlight
• Insect repellent
• Day pack - small backpack for daily items
• Disposable camera
• Pens, pencils, paper, stamps
• Deck of cards or community game (Optional)
• Hiking boots with a 1/2" heel (for riding horses)

Equipment

• Acoustic and Electric Guitars
• Bass Guitar
• Electric and Acoustic Drum Set
• Keyboard
• Full Recording Studio, with State of the Art Audio Engineering Software
• Professional Microphones and Headsets
• Assorted Amps and Speakers

Safety

All of Pali's programs adhere to every single one of the ACA (American Camp Association) accreditation specifications. This is a very thorough process, by the countries premiere camp standards organisation.

Pali counselors undergo an intense two week orientation period before camp begins. This training includes all matters of camper issue resolution, activity supervision and site specific rescue. All of our counselors are also fully certified in both CPR and First Aid.

Rock Star Camp Safety

Our Rock Star program involves a lot of electrical instruments, various plug-ins etc. Each camper is responsible for his/her instrument and the various accessories that go along with it (amps etc.) At the beginning of the week the campers will be explained exactly how to best look after the instruments and themselves. Correct plugging and unplugging of connections and leads, power safety and the like will all be explained before hand.