EVERYONE HAS A STORY
(that includes you!)
VETS in the ARTS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to encouraging and equipping veterans to tell their stories through music, performance, painting, sculpture, creative writing, and all other forms of artistic expression and at every level of participation. Read about our production of STANDARD ISSUE the musical and listen to the original cast recording on all streaming platforms!
4 WEEK CLASS SERIES
JUNE 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 6:00PM - 7:00 PM
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SONGWRITING AND BEGINNING GUITAR CLASS DETAILS:
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Write an original song!
Learn foundational guitar skills!
Gain confidence in creative expression!
Option to perform work in a guided setting!
Week 1: Story & Basics
Intro to songwriting and storytelling
First steps toward writing original lyrics
Beginner guitar fundamentals
Week 2: Song Ideas & Structure
Song organization
Turning ideas into verse and choruses
Guitar chord progressions
Week 3: Melody & Style
Melody writing
Refining original songs
Guitar rhythm and melodies
Week 4: Finalize & (Optional) Share
Finalizing songs
Performing/presenting tips
Optional sharing in low-pressure setting
4 WEEK CLASS SERIES
JUNE 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 7:30 - 9:00PM
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Location: Market Street Conservatory, Marion, IL
Instructor: Brian Martinez / Velocity Recording Studio
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Veterans $20
Non-Veterans $40
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RECORDING CLASS DETAILS
Week 1: Signal Flow & Microphones
Week 2: DAW & Plugins
Week 3: Recording Principles & Production
Week 4: Mixing & Final Song
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The equipment listed below are recommended to get the most out of the class. Contact Brian Martinez at velocityrecordingstudio@gmail.com with questions regarding equipment specifics.
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Equipment List (*recommended)
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Instrument - (Guitar/Piano) + instrument cable.
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Microphone- Any Microphone that uses XLR cables to attach to interface. Dynamic(*SM58) or condenser (*Rode NT1) + 10-25’ XLR cable.
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Interface - Any 1 or 2 input interface with usb, a XLR/instrument jack and headphone output. (*Focusrite 2i2)
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Headphones - Any closed back headphones.(Audio Technica ATH-M20)
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Laptop(Mac/Windows) - must meet minimum requirements for Reaper. Download and install software prior to class. https://www.reaper.fm/download.php
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Links to purchase recommended gear:
Instrument cable- https://amzn.to/4c8K5e3
Headphones - https://amzn.to/4tKObPB
Microphone - https://amzn.to/3Q6mfqY
Interface- https://amzn.to/4ejuzNSr
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QUESTIONS ABOUT RECORDING CLASS?
Email Brian Martinez: velocityrecordingstudio@gmail.com
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Vets in the Arts merchandise
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