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Music production camp teaches more than songwriting

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From our archive • Originally published 2022-10-26

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KRE8ivU Music Production Summer Camp Inspires Young Musicians

Local students have had the opportunity to dive into the world of music production at the Kre8ivU Music Production Summer Camp held at Davidson County Community College. This educational camp aims to impart practical skills in music creation, from beat production to lyric writing and recording.

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Camp Objectives and Activities

  • Founder’s Vision: Douglas Greene, the founder and president of Kre8ivU, describes the camp as a hands-on learning experience for middle and high school students to use technology for music creation.
  • After-School Program: Kre8ivU also operates as an after-school initiative during the regular school year in Lexington and Thomasville city schools, where students learn the essentials of music production, including multi-track recording and editing.

Student Experiences

  • Gracen Denton: Expressed enthusiasm about understanding the music creation process.
  • Christopher Shelton: Visiting from Durham, he highlighted the enjoyment in learning to connect different musical components and the importance of collaboration.

Advancing Beyond Music

Skills Beyond Production

  • Teamwork and Communication: According to Greene, the camp’s broader objective is to foster teamwork and communication among participants, using music as a medium.

Personal Growth and Networking

  • Jessica Wallace: Shared her passion for music and the value of networking with peers who have similar interests.

Real-World Applications

  • Job Roles in Music Production: Greene emphasizes the camp’s focus on simulating real-world music production roles, such as writing, programming, and mixing.
  • Future Relevance: He also mentions the ubiquity of music production skills in various media industries, highlighting the importance of understanding the language of music production and cinematography.

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