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REGISTRATION IS OPEN for Ladies Rock Camp 2012-- March 9th-11th at JamStage! Registration form and payment are at the bottom of this page under "How to Apply!". For information on Girls Rock Camp, our Girls Get Loud After School Program, or our monthly Girls and Ladies Rock Lab sessions, join our mailing list here or follow us on Facebook. Thanks for your interest in girls rocking!
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>>GRR! LADIES ROCK CAMP
WHAT AND WHY?
Ladies Rock Camp (LRC) is a weekend day camp in Providence, RI that provides an opportunity for ladies 18+ to let loose for a long weekend and play rockin’ music together. It is an intensive, three-day music and mentoring program for adult women. The “grown-up” version of the summer camp for girls, the program brings together women from different walks of life and all levels of musical experience for a long weekend of instrument lessons, songwriting, band practice, and workshops, all culminating in a showcase concert at a professional music venue. NO PRIOR MUSICAL EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY!! All proceeds from LRC go directly to GRR! and help support scholarships for Girls Rock Campers.
LESSONS
Participants choose one instrument to focus on for the week–drums, bass, guitar, vocals, or keyboards. All instruction happens in small group lessons and is led by experienced and enthusiastic women musicians.
BAND PRACTICE
On the first day, everyone forms bands in a way that is fun, not scary. The bands have band practice every day. During band practice, band members work together to write a song, and practice playing as an ensemble. Band coaches help bands with the writing process, facilitate the rehearsals, and answer questions as necessary.
WORKSHOPS
Throughout the weekend, workshops are held on a variety of topics, from Screenprinting/Making Band Art to Songwriting (it’s not as hard as you might think)! Other topics may include: History of Women Who Rock; Relational Aggression (Women's Hostility Towards Women), Yoga, or Kickboxing. The camp day is also interspersed with fun stuff, from warm-up games to making buttons with your band name.
LUNCHTIME PERFORMANCES
Each day, one to two visiting artist/bands play a live set, then they stick around to take questions from the group. Past performers have included national acts like Mary Lou Lord, prominent local musicians such as Roz Raskin and the Ricecakes, alumni bands from previous camps, and talented camp volunteers.
FINAL SHOWCASE
At the end of the camp week, camper bands perform their original songs at a showcase concert for friends, family, and fans. It will look a little something like this:
Ladies Rock Camp - March 20, 2011 - Pawtucket RI from Ryan T. Conaty on Vimeo.
FUN ACTIVITIES
At Rock Camp, we know how to have a good time. The camp day is interspersed with fun stuff, from warm-up games to making buttons with your band name.
“I haven’t written or played music since high school, and after camp yesterday I went home and wrote songs until 3am.” – Ladies Rock Camper
“Loved every minute of it. Perfect introduction to drumming and playing as part of a band” – Ladies Rock Camper
DATE
Camp Dates and Times:
Friday March 9th – 11:30 – 8pm, (optional happy hour activities 8-10pm)
Saturday March 10th – 9-5pm, (optional 5-8 evening practice)
Sunday March 11th – 9-4pm, (optional hair and make-up 4-5:30) Showcase 6-7, after party 7-9
LOCATION
JamStage music complex and practice space is located at 25 Esten Ave. in Pawtucket, RI, less than 5 miles from downtown Providence off of I-95. Their facility was created specifically for musicians. Each room includes professional musical equipment, as well as the ability to record practices. JamStage also has… you guessed it! A stage! With great lights and a professional sound system. We think you will enjoy your rock experience there quite a bit! For more info visit www.jamstage.net.
TUITION
The cost of camp is $300.00. PAYMENT MUST BE INCLUDED WITH YOUR APPLICATION. You will be able to pay through our website as the last step of the LRC application.
Ladies Rock Camp is implemented to generate funds and awareness for Girls Rock Rhode Island, as well as reach out to women who support our mission. Tuition has been set at the absolute lowest amount possible for us to cover our costs and meet expected financial goals for our programs. However, we do have payment plans and a very limited number of scholarships available. Please contact LRC Director and Coordinator Jeanette Numbers at for more information.
CAPACITY AND ADMISSIONS POLICY
Space is limited to 30 participants, first come, first served. Given how well our previous camps have gone, we are expecting this one to fill up fast, so get your application in early!
Please note that while we do our best to help everyone get her first choice instrument, that is not always possible, and sometimes campers will have to play their second choice instrument as a way to make cohesive bands.
ENROLLMENT PROCESS AND CONFIRMATION
We will confirm your enrollment via email as soon as we process your application and no later than two weeks before camp. If instrument spots fill up before your application reaches us, we will notify you by email and automatically assign you to your second instrument choice. We will add you to a waiting list for your first instrument choice. We will announce on our website when enrollment is full and our server will cut off application submissions at that time.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Should you need to cancel altogether and you give us at least 14 days notice prior to the start of camp, you will be issued a refund. However, if you cancel within 14 days of the start of camp, you will be charged a $50.00 cancellation fee.
ACCOMMODATIONS FOR OUT-OF-TOWNERS
Ladies Rock Camp does not provide accommodations for the weekend, but we can help you connect with another rocker if you need a place to stay. Please contact LRC Director and Coordinator Jeanette Numbers at for more information.
SCHEDULE
About two weeks before camp, you will receive a detailed schedule of the weekend. However, you can plan on camp beginning at 11:30am on Friday and ending after the showcase (around 8:00PM) on Sunday. Please take these hours into consideration when making travel arrangements and adjusting work schedules. We do plan several after-parties, including one after the Showcase on Sunday night to celebrate all your hard work!
NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY
Girls Rock! Rhode Island does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national and/or ethnic origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, mental or physical ability, or gender identity/expression in the administration of any of its educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, and other camp related policies and programs, as well as volunteer and employment-related policies and activities.
LADIES ROCK CAMP AS A GIFT
If you’d like to give the gift of LRC to a special friend/family member/loved one, just make sure to put the camper’s information on the application, as well as your own.
>>APPLY FOR LADIES ROCK CAMP
HOW TO APPLY!
We prefer that you apply online. It is WAY easier for us (and for you!). You can fill out the registration form by CLICKING HERE.
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What to send (if you're not applying online):
- Completed application form
- Check if not paying via PayPal
Where to send your application form:
Girls Rock! Rhode Island
P.O. Box 3475
Providence, RI 02909
Questions?? Contact
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Thanks for your interest in Ladies Rock Camp. We look forward to rocking out with you in 2012!