BandWorks Newsletter
Dear BandWorks Community,
We're excited to announce that our entire registration process will be available online within the next 2-3 weeks. Finally, you'll be able to sign up and pay for BandWorks classes and summer camps from your computer in just a fraction of the time it took to fill out the old forms. Once we launch it, we'd love to hear about how well it's working for you. Your feedback is always welcome!
On another note, BandWorks remains committed as ever to offering scholarships for our workshops and summer camps to those who can't afford them. To this end, we are hosting our 4th annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser and Auction on Tuesday, May 8. This is our big yearly event to raise money that goes directly to helping underprivileged kids (and even some adults) attend our programs. As you already know, music can make a very real and powerful difference in people's lives, and we believe this opportunity should be available to as many people as possible. So please, if you would like to help, visit the Golf Tournament page to sign up or become a sponsor of the event, or contact us at info@bandworks.com if you'd like to donate items to the auction, or help us with outreach.
Rock On!
Jeremy, Steve & Alan
BandWorks Co-Directors
BANDWORKS NEWS
FUNDS IN THE SUN - 4th ANNUAL BANDWORKS GOLF TOURNAMENT!
Come join the fun out on the links! The 4th annual BandWorks Golf Tournament Fundraiser for Scholarships is now open for registration! We're going to have a shotgun start this year at 8 am on Tuesday, May 8, 2012. It's always a blast, truly a great way to play hookey since you're out supporting the musical community at the same time!
Another great way to support the BW Scholarship fund, and let folks know that you support the the community, is to donate an item or service for the Auction that takes place at the Tournament. Your name and business will be splashed all over the links! Please send an email to golfdonation@bandworks.com to find out how to donate! Just want to golf and have fun? Find out more and sign up by clicking here. See you out there!
BANDWORKS SUMMER TA POSITIONS OPEN
We're looking forward to another summer of successful camps with BandWorks, and are excited to train more volunteer teaching assistants to work with kids in our programs this summer. We are looking for older teens who have a number of years of musical experience, preferably (but not necessarily) some experience working with kids, and who are enthusiastic, outgoing and self-confident. While these are unpaid positions, it's a great opportunity to learn what it takes to become a BandWorks teacher! The deadline to apply for Oakland is April 13, 2012. All other locations may still apply through May 11th. Click here to get more info and to apply!
FREE JAM CLASS FOR 9-12 YEAR OLDS WITH BW CO-DIRECTOR, STEVE GIBSON
Jam for free with BW co-Founder/Director, Steve Gibson! This marks the first in an occassional series of Free Jams with Steve. This one will be Thursday, 3/29. 4p-6pm, and is specifically for kids 9-12 years old. It's open to current students and students new to BW, so tell your friends! Participants should come ready to jam! We’ll provide the basic gear, including drums, amps, keyboard and PA system, but if you play guitar, bass or something else, bring it! Must have at least 1+ year experience. Space is limited, so you must contact the office to secure your spot. Contact julie@bandworks.com to reserve your space!
2 AWARDS TO LISA SNIDERMAN AKA AOEDE - CONGRATS!
Wow! BandWorks Alum, Lisa Sniderman traveled to LA in February where Aoede won big at the Artists in Music Awards in Hollywood. Aoede won 2 Awards: Best Folk-Acoustic Artist and Album of the Year! The win is all the sweeter due to Lisa's ongoing battle with a rare disease called "Dermatomyositis." Lisa says she "can't be more thrilled, touched, truly honored and grateful and totally floored to have won Album of the Year... that one is because of YOU! All of your support, love, encouragement, positive feedback really drives and inspires me to create, to connect, and to inspire you no matter what life throws at me. It's been quite a ride... if you put all of your heart, blood sweat and tears into it, it has to become reality ... it really was a dream come true..." To read more about Lisa's amazing journey, click here. We couldn't be happier for you, Lisa ... great job!
STUDENTS ROCK FOUNDATION BENEFIT CONCERT II - MARCH 21
Thanks to the Students Rock Foundation (SRF), last year many students got to participate in music programs who wouldn't have been able to! Thanks SRF! So, save the date for the 2nd Annual SRF benefit concert on Wednesday, March 21. The show will featuring several BandWorks luminaries. All profits go to the SRF scholarship fund and will be used to assist emerging musicians in need who wish to attend enrichment classes at the Berkeley Jazzschool, BandWorks, and the Freight & Salvage. For more information about the Students Rock Foundation, see the article below, and click here.
LIKE US ON FACEBOOK!
We've heard that social media is the way to go, so we're finally entering the 21st century and invite you to come along with us. We're regularly posting your gigs on our Facebook page, started a new blog, and have even started to "tweet"! Our goal is to be more interactive with you and help you know what's happening in the BandWorks community in a more immediate and engaging way. Once you "Like" us on Facebook, you'll be able to post your happenings on our page ... everything from your gigs, photos of your band(s), when you're going to a concert that other BW folks may want to attend, or when you just want to jam with some friends! Let us know what we can do to keep it worthwhile for you. Thanks for your support!
STARRY PLOUGH YOUTH OPEN MIC NIGHTS CONTINUE!
The first Tuesday of every month is Youth Open Mic Night at the Starry Plough. Many BW students have already performed there ... and the Plough wants more! A great place to meet other families and creative people, this is an fun and supportive showcase for young performers in the Bay Area. Spoken word artists are welcome, too! Kids and teens who would like to help co-host or assist with technical duties are also encouraged to contact Kelleth. The next Youth Open Mic is Tuesday, March 6th, 6-8 pm. The Starry Plough is located at 3101 Shattuck Avenue in Berkeley. To find out how your band can play or how you can participate in other ways, contact Kelleth at youthopenmic@me.com
Important Dates
- Students Rock Foundation Benefit Concert II
- Wednesday, March 21at the Freight & Salvage
- BandWorks Student Concerts
- Berkeley Student Concer - Ashkenaz, 1317 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley
Sun, April 1, 1:00pm - 8:30pm
Tues, April 3, 7:30pm - 9:00pm - San Jose Student Concert - Musik Ink Studios Performance Space, 1177 W. San Carlos St., SJ
- Berkeley Student Concer - Ashkenaz, 1317 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley
- BandWorks 4th Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser for Scholarships
- Tues, May 8, 2012 - Click here to Register!
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Sat, March 31, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Community Spotlight
Students Rock Foundation
BandWorks is all about creating and supporting a community of musicians who can come together to enjoy, share and develop their musical life with others. But the truth is that not everybody can afford to participate without some kind of financial help. This is where the Students Rock Foundation (SRF) comes in.
Founded by BandWorks Students & Alums, SRF is now a fully functional nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization. SRF is devoted not only to providing scholarships to BandWorks students who need financial assistance, but also to Jazzschool, and Freight & Salvage students.
Each of the SRF Board Members are BW Alums whose lives were forever altered and enhanced by their participation in the BandWorks program. Their own lives vividly illustrate the power of music to bring people together and build a community devoted to helping each other as musicians and as individuals. Knowing how being part of a musical community changed their lives, they wanted to make sure others had the same opportunities. They realized this was especially important in this age of cutbacks to school music programs, despite the clear evidence that music education plays a vital role in social and brain development.
Isaac is a SRF scholarship recipient whose life has been significantly enhanced by his participation in BandWorks. Marilyn, his mother, is a single mom. When her job circumstances changed, she told us that getting a SRF award made it possible for Isaac to stay with his BW band, "Unwanted Money." Isaac thought he'd have to leave the band. This was especially alarming because he'd developed a strong relationship not only with his bandmates but with the Instructor, Stace Wright, over the last couple of years. Marilyn says having Stace in Isaacs' life has taught him not only about music, but about being an "accountable" person in the world. Stace instills this in his students by helping them understand that "playing in a band is like being on a team" and that "each player has to take responsibility for being prepared to work together." Marilyn adds that, "now that band is doing originals, it gives each child the chance to think differently" and that she's "so glad SRF made it possible for Isaac to continue on this path … especially in this world where it seems like everything is supposed be the same, look the same, it’s great to be in an environment that supports differences!"
Sidney, a 10 year old SRF BW scholarhship recipient, says, "I loved being in BandWorks! The teacher was enthusiastic and kind. I really learned a lot in a fun way. I got comfortable playing with kids older and younger then me. It's so cool to get to play music with other people instead of just by myself! Thank you for teaching me!"
You can make a difference, and enjoy a great show, by coming to the Students Rock Benefit Concert II. Both BandWorks co-Founders/Directors, Steve Gibson and Jeremy Steinkoler, will be performing, so in addition to supporting a great cause, it's also a perfect opportunity to hear the Maestros at work! See all details in the " Gigs" section below!
UPCOMING GIGS - STUDENTS, ALUMS & TEACHERS
Jeremy Steinkoler & Steve Gibson (BW co-Directors)
Students Rock Benefit Concert II, Freight & Salvage, 2020 Addison Street Berkeley
Wed March 21-8pm - $20.50 in advance, $22.50 at the Door, Discounts for under 18 t.)
Kevin Beadles Band
The Jolly Gibsons
Andrea Hurly and Her Very Attractive Band
Veronika Safarova (BW former Staff)
The Valerie Orth Band-
Thu, 3/8, 6pm -International Women's Day Concert
Yoshi's Lounge, 1330 Fillmore St. SF - Free! All-Ages
Thu, 3/29,8:30pm - Women's History Month Concert
Amnesia, 853 Valencia Street, SF-$7-10, 21+
Steve Studebaker (BW Alum)
Blind to Reason
Sat, 3/10, 9pm - La Barca 2036 Lombard St, San Francisco
Sat, 3/24, 9pm -The Wild Vine 2187 First Street, Livermore
Kayman Jeffley (BW Student)
Benefit Concert - Vocal Performance, Bands - Supports sending the
Grammy-Winning Pacific Boychoir Academy to Spain
Sat, 3/10, 5pm - Church of Religious Science, 4130 Telegraph Ave, Oakland
For tickets and more info:rev@reverendup.com
Mike Annuzzi (BW Teacher)
Thu, 3/29, 8pm - The Independent, 628 Divisadero SF - 21+
Lisa Leal (BW Alum)
MLIF
Sat, 4/14, 9pm - Peri's, 29 Broadway, Fairfax - A hot night for hot ladies!
GOT GIGS?
Share your musical milestones! Now that we're sending a monthly newsletter, we want to post your gigs. Send us a note by the last Wednesday of each month, and we'll announce your gigs in the newsletter. Send your gig info to gigs@bandworks.com. Please use the format below:
Your Name
Name of Your Band – (band website, too)
Day, Date @ Time - Venue, Address (website, too, if available)
Admission policy, if applicable
We can't wait to hear what you're up to!
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