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AMLA Summer Music Institute 2024

 

Program Schedule

Week 1: Introduction to Music and Social Justice

Tuesday, June 25

10:00 AM – Orientation and Tour

  – Welcome and introduction to the AMLA studios

  – Overview of the program’s goals and expectations

11:00 AM – Review of Program Schedule

  – Detailed explanation of weekly activities and objectives

12:00 PM – Lunch

12:30 PM – Project 1: Concept Writing

  – Icebreaker activities to build rapport

  – Discussion: The role of music in addressing social issues

  – Introduction to basic songwriting concepts and techniques

1:45 PM – Closing Circle

  – Reflection on the day’s activities and key takeaways

2:00 PM – Close

 

Thursday, June 27

10:00 AM – Opening Circle

  – Recap of the previous session and outline for the day

10:15 AM – Project 1 Continuation

  – Developing songwriting concepts around social justice themes

11:00 AM – Presentation/Workshop

  – Guest speaker on the historical impact of music on social movements

12:00 PM – Lunch

12:30 PM – Project 1 Finish

  – Group songwriting exercises

  – Sharing and discussing initial song ideas

1:45 PM – Closing Circle

  – Reflective journaling and peer feedback

2:00 PM – Close

Week 2: Exploring Themes of Anti-Violence

Tuesday, July 1

10:00 AM – Opening Circle

  – Recap and introduction to the week’s theme

10:15 AM – Project 2: Lyric Writing and Musical Accompaniment

  – Group discussion: The impact of violence on communities

  – Songwriting exercises focusing on themes of peace, unity, and conflict resolution

11:00 AM – Presentation/Workshop

  – Guest speaker: Personal experiences or expertise in violence prevention and intervention

12:00 PM – Lunch

12:30 PM – Project 2 Continuation

  – Collaborating on lyrics and musical accompaniment

1:45 PM – Closing Circle

  – Reflection and sharing of progress

2:00 PM – Close

 

Thursday, July 4

CLOSED

Tuesday, July 9

10:00 AM – Opening Circle

  – Recap and outline for the day

10:15 AM – Project 2 Continuation

  – Further development of anti-violence-themed songs

11:00 AM – Presentation/Workshop

  – Interactive session on systemic racism, inequality, and injustice

12:00 PM – Lunch

12:30 PM – Project 2 Continuation

  – Refining lyrics and adding musical elements

1:45 PM – Closing Circle

  – Reflective journaling and peer feedback

2:00 PM – Close

Thursday, July 11

10:00 AM – Opening Circle

  – Recap and outline for the day

10:15 AM – Project 2 Continuation

  – Finalizing anti-violence-themed songs

11:00 AM – Presentation/Workshop

  – Small group activities exploring how social justice issues intersect with music

12:00 PM – Lunch

12:30 PM – Project 2 Finish

  – Completing and sharing final versions of songs

1:45 PM – Closing Circle

  – Reflection and preparation for recording

2:00 PM – Close

Week 3: Understanding Social Justice Issues

Tuesday, July 16

10:00 AM – Opening Circle

  – Recap and introduction to recording and audio production

10:15 AM – Project 3: Introduction to Recording and Audio Production

  – Basic recording techniques and equipment overview

11:00 AM – Presentation/Workshop

  – Guest speaker: The role of music in social justice advocacy

12:00 PM – Lunch

12:30 PM – Project 3 Continuation

  – Hands-on practice with recording equipment

1:45 PM – Closing Circle

  – Reflective journaling and peer feedback

2:00 PM – Close

 

Thursday, July 18

10:00 AM – Opening Circle

  – Recap and outline for the day

10:15 AM – Recording and Rehearsals

  – Recording vocals and instruments

12:00 PM – Lunch

– 12:30 PM – Rehearsals

  – Continued recording and rehearsing songs

1:45 PM – Closing Circle

  – Reflection and feedback

2:00 PM – Close

Week 4: Crafting Songs of Empowerment

Tuesday, July 23

10:00 AM – Opening Circle

  – Recap and outline for the day

10:15 AM – Recording and Rehearsals

  – Final recording sessions

12:00 PM – Lunch

– 12:30 PM – Rehearsals

  – Finalizing recordings and rehearsing for the showcase

1:45 PM – Closing Circle

  – Reflection and feedback

2:00 PM – Close

 

Thursday, July 25

– 10:00 AM – Opening Circle

  – Recap and outline for the day

10:15 AM – Final Rehearsals in the Theater

  – Preparing for the showcase event

12:00 PM – Lunch

– 12:30 PM – Rehearsals Continuation

  – Ensuring all aspects of the performance are ready

1:45 PM – Closing Circle

  – Reflection and final preparations

2:00 PM – Close

Friday, July 26 

Concert/Recital – Teatro Esperanza 6 – 8 PM

  – Participants will perform their original songs

  – Reflection on the journey and discussion on the impact of music in advocating for social change

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