2012 Dates:
JamClinic - July 9-21st (two week session)
About / FAQ
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About
Formed in 2000, JamClinic was a collaborative effort between Hummingbird Music Limited (HML) and a local Ottawa radio station. It was designed to address the educational needs of aspiring songwriters and musicians in the greater Ottawa – Gatineau area.
JamClinic is a two week long course held in July, designed to better prepare young singers, songwriters and musicians for a career in the music industry. Individuals from across the region are selected and screened, placing them into groups based on their age, level of development, and preferred style of music. After enduring the intensive boot-camp style training, participants showcase their new found abilities at the end-of-session showcase event. Often we witness the newly penned tunes from collaborative efforts of the recently formed groups, experiencing firsthand the power of collaboration.
The program has a balance of practical workshops which focus on performance and songwriting, and educational seminars which address various music industry principles.
In previous years, each band prepared 2-3 songs for their showcase at the end of week. During the course of the program each band went through a dramatic change in their performance abilities. They may be shy, instrument-gazing performers when they start, but after multiple intensive days of JamClinic, they were transformed into passionate compelling vocalists, dynamic stick-twirling drummers, and dominant rocking guitarists, delivering an epic performance at their final showcase with an attendance of over 300 people.
FAQ
What is JamClinic?
JamClinic is an intensive performance program, combined with music industry clinics, which offers a brilliant networking opportunity essential for anyone interested in pursuing a career in the music industry. Participants are grouped into bands based on their age, instrumentation, level, and preferred style of music. In between performance rehearsals the participants attend lectures on various topics within the music industry such as: professionalism, image, financial resources, album production, management, networking, publishing, radio, etc...
What's new for JamClinic 2012?
Similar to JamClinic 2011, each band will compose and professionally record an original song. The bands will also film a high definition music video for the song they collectively wrote and recorded. In addition to various lectures and rehersals, bands will attend a field trip to a local industry related venue. Bands will prepare to perform at a showcase at a local venue on Saturday July 21, 2012, under the direction of experienced professional musicians.
What age groups can apply?
JamClinic is designed for 13-19 year olds, with a few exceptions. We strive to place all candidates into groups with similar ages and interests. If a better match is available in the alternative week(s), you may be offered the option to change your preferred date selection. Bands are formed and grouped by age, experience and style of music.
What level and styles do you accept?
The program is designed for singers and musicians who are comfortable with their instrument and who wish to improve their performance abilities. Individuals will be grouped according to age, style and level.
Where is JamClinic being held ?
JamClinic will be held at our facilities, located at 900 Greenbank Rd. close to the intersection of Fallowfield and Greenbank. There is plenty of parking and easy access for OC Transpo riders.
When is JamClinic?
JamClinic: July 9-21, 2012
Each day (Mon-Fri) will run from 9am-4pm and the showcase will be on the evening of Saturday July 21, 2012. There are no rehearsals/classes during the day on the weekends.
How many practices/seminars are there?
There are a minimum 2 rehearsals and 2 clinics/seminars every day. At the end of JamClinic, bands perform at a stellar showcase event.
Where are the final showcases this year ?
The final 2012 Showcase date for JamClinic will be July 21, 2012. All showcases will be held at Greenfields Pub (900 Greenbank Rd., Ottawa, ON).
What is the Cost?
Thanks to Ottawa radio station LiVE 88.5's support for JamClinic, tuition is ONLY $799.00 AND includes your own Promo Package which is composed of a CD of your original song which your band wrote, DVD Music video, business cards, band & personal photos, t-shirt and your JamClinic Certificate.
Some partial scholarships may be available. Please contact info@jamclinic.com for more information.
Is there a deadline for applications?
The deadline for applications is June 15, 2012. Space will quicklly fill up, so don't delay and sign up now!
Can bands apply for this program?
YES! However bands are based on a group of 4. Call for more information.
How do we get involved?
Submit a completed JamClinic Application Form (PDF), or call the JamClinic Hotline at (613) 825-0557 or e-mail us at info@jamclinic.com
