July 14 – 18, 2025 | Eastman School of Music
Dive in to the mix of music, tech, and AI
1 week of music and tech for high school age
This 5-day summer camp is for Rochester (NY) area students entering grades 9-12 and interested in:
- music production
- audio engineering
- electronic music
- digital composition
This camp is made free, thanks to a grant from the National Science Foundation.
Hands-on experience with music technology fundamentals
Experience and training with:
- sound synthesis
- digital audio workstations (DAWs)
- MIDI sequencing
- audio recording techniques
- artificial intelligence
*awarded to the first 20 registered attendees
Faculty
Assistant Professor of Music
Eastern Mennonite University
Music Composition PhD
Eastman School of Music
Program Schedule
Future Leaders of Music Technology
Monday, July 14 – Friday, July 18, 2025
8:30 am – 4:00 pm, daily
Eastman School of Music
Day 1: Introduction to Music Technology
- Overview of music production equipment and software
- Basics of sound waves and digital audio
- Building beats and rhythms using software instruments and drum machines
Day 2: Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) and MIDI Sequencing
- Introduction to popular DAWs such as Ableton Live, Logic Pro, and BandLab
- MIDI sequencing and programming techniques
- Hands-on activities with synthesizers and MIDI controllers
Day 3: Audio Recording and Editing
- Principles of microphone placement and recording techniques
- Editing and processing audio recordings
- Multitrack recording and mixing exercises
Day 4: Electronic Music Production
- Introduction to artificial intelligence, composition, and arranging
- Exploring synthesizers, samplers, and electronic effects
- Creating original electronic music compositions
Day 5: Final Projects and Showcase
- Collaborative project work based on students’ interests and skills
- Rehearsals and preparation for the final showcase
- Presentation and performance of student compositions and projects
Are You Ready?
Sign Up Requirements
- Parent/Guardian and Campers contact information
- 1 page essay about why you are interested in attending this camp
Deadlines
- June 15: Early applicant deadline; applications submitted afterward will be accepted depending on space availability
- July 1: Final application deadline; all waitlisted applicants will be notified of final decision
- Application reviews are ongoing with preference to those applying before June 15
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