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
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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
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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
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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
