GRRR: Studio Edition DETAILS & FAQ

GRRR is holding two, virtual sessions in 2021 for girls, trans and nonbinary youth ages 9-16:
July 19th - 23rd, 2021
July 26th - 30th, 2021

The camp is held from 10am-3pm daily, with most activities being interactive and live video streamed through Zoom and using music technology (we'll be using Soundtrap!) to write original songs. Campers will also engage in interactive workshops, guest band performances and community building. 

In order for us to serve as many youth as possible, campers are only allowed to attend ONE week of camp. Campers are required to be present at virtual camp during all activities. We specifically created a camp schedule to give 15 minute screen and stretch breaks every hour. 

On the Friday of each camp week, campers will be able to showcase their original songs written at a virtual streaming party in the evening. This will be the culmination of their entire week's work at camp. 

WHAT YOUR CAMPER NEEDS TO PARTICIPATE AT VIRTUAL GRRR:

  • Reliable internet access
  • Access to a laptop or desktop computer that uses the Google Chrome browser and has access to Zoom. While a tablet (iPad, Chromebook) can be used, the applications we'll be using don't run as smoothly tablets and your camper may get frustrated. We are happy to loan out a laptop for your camper to use during camp! 
  • Excitement to interactively engage in music technology, connect with their community, write original songs, connect with inspiring role models, or take social justice, identity and digital art workshops

Don’t have internet access or a laptop? We have solutions for you including laptops that your camper can use during camp.  Let’s work together to get your camper the virtual experience they want and deserve!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I make installment payments for the tuition?
Yes!  Contact jenny@sherocksherock.com before filling out the registration form to set up an installment plan and for add'l instructions on registration.

What will be the biggest differences between in-person camp and virtual GRRR: Studio Edition?
We know we couldn’t possibly replicate the same style of camp that we typically hold in a virtual setting, but we are excited to create a really rad (and different) studio experience this year that campers can use in their future music careers. Here are some of the changes we are making to make camp awesome:

  • Our camp days will be full of music technology, virtual connection, art, social justice workshops and more! In order to get the most of our days, and support our camper’s attention and screen time limits, camp will have shorter days (10am-3pm)
  • All campers will receive daily lessons and workshops on how to write, record, mix and create songs using a musical tech platform (Soundtrap, which is similar to Garageband) instead of learning one instrument
  • All campers will use music tech to original songs
  • To fully embrace the producer role at camp, all campers will be using the amazing tools in a DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) to collaboratively create original songs within their bands instead of playing their instruments 

Do you provide instruments for virtual camp?
In order to best serve our campers in a virtual camp, we will not be teaching physical instruments as per usual (guitar, bass, drums, keyboards). Instead, we’ll be engaging in daily workshops on how to play virtual instruments, write, record, produce and mix songs using music technology. We’re excited to show campers this tool so they can learn more behind-the scenes-technology, especially since only 5% of all sound engineers and producers identify as women.

Why can't my camper sign up for an instrument?
Because we are moving to a virtual model, we are going to be focusing on music technology and studio basics. This will help your camper as they move into the music world where knowledge about music technology, recording and production will give them a huge advantage!

My camper is still interested in learning an instrument this summer, is this possible?
Yes! While we aren’t offering instrument classes at GRRR: Studio Edition, we are offering the ability to loan out an instrument for the whole summer. We also have a list of GRRR teachers that your camper can take private lessons from outside of camp.  Contact jenny@sherocksherock.com for instrument information! 

Do you provide laptops for virtual camp?
Yes! Computers and laptops are highly recommended to use during GRRR: Studio Edition. We have laptops that we are happy to provide to your camper to use during camp week. Just make a note on your registration form!

How will you support campers who struggle with prolonged screen time?
All of our camp hours will be highly interactive and include as many movement based activities as possible. We have shortened our camp hours to help accommodate fewer screen time hours. We’re also scheduling 15 minute breaks between all activities to give campers breaks to stretch, move around, etc. We’re also excited to have most of camp be live via Zoom so that campers will be engaging in interactive content. 

How will you ensure my camper’s safety in the online setting?
As per usual, all of our teachers and staff will undergo background checks to ensure your campers safety. And, campers will never be in a video chat alone with one adult. There will always be at least one other camper and/or teacher.  We’ll be using privacy settings of our video chatting platforms to ensure that only our campers and teachers can enter the video calls. We also take cyber bullying seriously and will create guidelines with the campers each week so they know how to show and act with respect on our online platforms. Please review our Youth Waiver prior to filling out a registration form.

Can my camper request to be put into a band with a friend who is also signing up?
No. We put the bands together based on three factors; the camper's experience level, their age and their musical interests.  There will still be plenty of time for friends to hang out during workshops, lunchtime, and other activities each day!

Are there any options for returning and/or advanced campers?
Yes! We will offering several exciting, new workshops this year including sampling and making remixes.

If my camper has some conflicts during the week of camp (sports, etc), can they still attend?
We ask that your camper fully commit to being at camp for the entire week which is 10am-3pm, Monday-Friday with the showcase from 6-7:30pm on Friday. We will work with you if your camper struggles with being on the screen for those hours.  If they will have to miss any time at camp, we ask that you consider signing them up for another week of camp or looking at one of our after-school programs in the fall which occur only once a week.  Even at camp, campers are put into bands, and much like any other kind of team, they all count on each other to be at all their band rehearsals to prepare for the final show.  If one of them is missing, it makes it difficult for the rest of the band to move forward, and we feel that is not fair to the other campers. 

What is your cancellation policy?
Full tuition will be refunded if cancellation occurs prior to 7/1/21.  Between 7/1-7/14/21, we will refund 50% of tuition.  After 7/15/21, no refunds will be offered.

What does a typical day at virtual GRRR: Studio Edition look like? 
10:00-10:30am Morning Assembly
10:45-11:45am Soundtrap Workshop
11:45am-12:15pm Lunch
12:15-12:45pm Guest Performance
1:00-1:45pm Afternoon Workshops (Graphic Design, Video Production, Media Literacy, Global Music)
2:00-3:00pm Band Studio Time
(Friday night: 6:00-7:30 Final Showcase)

For a complete schedule, click here.

TUITION AND FINANCIAL AID

TUITION
Tuition for GRRR:SE is $350.

Please fill out the registration form for your chosen camp session below, then you can choose Check or Paypal at the end of the form to make your payment.

If you are able to, we invite you to contribute to our Fairness Fund by paying a little more. Any amount beyond $350 is considered a gift that is tax deductible, and that will help another camper attend that is not able to afford tuition. 

FINANCIAL AID
We have a limited amount of funds this year to distribute for financial aid.  We are requesting that applicants pay either $100, $175 or $250 in order to accommodate as many campers in need as possible.  If you have a camper who wants to attend but can only afford a lesser amount, please e-mail allegra@sherocksherock.com to see if funds are available.

Applicants MUST fill out the Financial Aid form first- do not fill out the registration form until your application has been approved, then we will send you the appropriate registration form.  After you fill out the form, we will get back to you as soon as we can to let you know if your application has been approved or not.

Fill out the Financial Aid application HERE.  

*Scholarship monies provided in part by Minnesota NOW (National Organization for Women) Foundation. 

REGISTRATION

Click on the camp session to access the registration form!
If you are requesting financial aid DO NOT fill these forms out, you must fill out a Financial Aid application HERE first.

Girls Rock n Roll Retreat: Studio Edition I- July 19-23

Girls Rock n Roll Retreat: Studio Edition II- July 26-30
 

We do have a WAITING LIST for campers who are not able to attend either session, or if the session you want is full.  There is a possibility that we may add a third session of camp if we get enough campers registered.