DONATE NOW: You can make a one time or monthly gift *if you are interested in making a monthly donation of any size ($10, $15,$20 or more let us know and we can set up gift reminders for you) (you can print your receipt for tax purposes at the end of the secure transaction ).
REGISTER NOW FOR-ROCK JAMS WORKSHOP: Beginning musicians 11-13 yrs old who want to try different instruments, play easy cover songs, Punk, Rock, & Hip Hop
Kids learn to take the first steps toward playing in a rock band.
Recommend 1 year of lessons *guitar/keys/drums* to get the most out of Jams. - COST: $180
Workshops meet in Berkeley after school 4pm for 1.5 hrs on either:
Tuesday Beginning Sept 9th-Oct 14th
OR
Thursday Sep 11-Oct 16th
Kids will work in a 4-5 person band environment learning songs they like
followed by a performance at a community venue.
*MAKING A RESERVATION- Send a message to thesongcatcher@gmail.com indicating which workshop you are interested in.
Your reservation is confirmed when the registration for AND payment has been received (you will receive a confirmation email).
FACTS ABOUT MUSIC EDUCATION HELPING KIDS SUCCEED:
-Can help troubled youth, providing an alternative to destructive behavior and another way for students to approach learning
-Strengthens student problem-solving and critical thinking skills, adding to overall academic achievement and school success
-Helps students develop a sense of craftsmanship, quality task performance, and goal-setting—skills needed to succeed in the classroom and beyond
-Builds a school climate of high expectation, discipline, and academic rigor that attracts businesses relocating to your community
-provides another opportunity for parental, community, and business involvement with schools, including arts and humanities organizations
-Helps all students develop more appreciation and understanding of the world around them
-Helps students develop a positive work ethic and pride in a job well done
(From:Business Circle for Arts Education in Oklahoma, "Arts at the Core of Learning 1999 Initiative"
The simple fact is that children that have music in their lives have increased self-esteem; the acquisition of business skills; and the development of much needed creative thinking, problem solving and communications skills.
Best of all it can provide them with a healthy alternative to being out on the streets!
“I’m With the Band” will help kids to create play and record their own music in a band environment-
Your funding will help children have access to instruments, and other tools necessary to practice and succeed. By helping children play in a band they learn about teamwork, how to set goals, and build a lifelong appreciation of the arts. Kids that do not have “performance aspirations” can work with behind the scenes tools to record the songs of the performers.
I'll make sure you see the real value in this stimulus package plan. You will get the opportunity to see the success of your donations, as I will be announcing showcasing performances of the I’m With the Band artists in upcoming shows around the bay area.
In this year of great promise, your contributions will go a long way towards further energizing music enrichment programs for Bay Area children.
please think about giving children the gift of healthy educational opportunities.
You can count on me to update you on the success of this program as we move forward.
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Im With the Band's Details
Status:
Single
Hometown:
BERKELEY, LA, HONOLULU
Zodiac Sign:
Virgo
Occupation:
Singer Songwriter Life changer
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I'm With the Band Founder/ Executive Director: Tamra Engle
MISSION STATEMENT:I'm With the Band is a supportive musical community for kids that inspires and encourages creativity & collaboration; learning about popular music, how to play & record in a fun & safe environment.
"I'm With the Band" is a program which is working with kids 6-17 yrs old in the San Francisco, Alameda and Contra Costa unified school districts where music education & after school programs have been dramatically cut or eliminated all together. "I'm With the Band" will help kids to create play and record their own music in a band environment-
Your funding will help children have access to instruments, and other tools necessary to practice and succeed. By helping children play in a band they learn about teamwork, how to set goals, and build a lifelong appreciation of the arts. Kids that do not have "performance aspirations" can work with behind the scenes tools to record the songs of the performers.
The simple fact is that children that have music in their lives have increased self-esteem; the acquisition of business skills; and the development of much needed creative thinking, problem solving and communications skills. Best of all it can provide them with a healthy alternative to being out on the streets!
I.W.T.B. SERVICES PROVIDED:
-I'm With the Band will be providing in school programs
-I.W.T.B. Studio / Headquarters for the kids to come to & play
-Community showcasing performance opportunities
-Camp programs
- Scholorship opportunities
-Pro Studio Learning Center
I'll make sure you see the real value in this stimulus package plan. You will get the opportunity to see the success of your donations, as I will be announcing showcasing performances of the I'm With the Band artists in upcoming shows around the bay area.
Who I'd like to meet: Like minded folks who believe that it is important to keep music in kids lives!
*Your support will give kids access to instruments and recording equipment. Your online gift will make a difference TODAY!
or mail to :
Guitartam Music
PO box 3302
Berkeley Ca 94703
We are currently looking for P.T. volunteers to assist with: Finance-Bookeeping 4-6 hours a month to make sure we maintain our fiscal health! Legal-Business background Advisory skills in the Not for Profit a plus- Technology- Web development and support (Web Developer to design & set up our merchant services web site & a DB person to support our Salesforce.com account. Sponsorship/Donor Outreach-Help locating sponsors for our program, search for donor opportunities Marketing- Print, Web, TV, Radio we need to get word out about our program to bring students into the program AND let potential donors & sponsors know about us. Event Planning- We host a annual benefit concert & need help putting the event together. Print / PR: If you are interested in offering your print services in exchange for a sponsorship We need brochures, banners, posters, signage.... Marketing Coordinator / PR Associate- Planning and execution of marketing campaigns and promotional plans for IWTB
- Serve as point person for incoming requests and questions from all media, including arranging scheduling for any interviews & special appearances Instrument Instructors-Teaching kids how to play in a band environment guitar, bass, keyboard, drums,
Skills and Values Sought: -Be a flexible team player
- Very well organized person with the ability to multi-task
Enthusiasm & high energy is an integral role in making a not for profit music program company successful . Not for Profit volunteers- Have you volunteered in a not for profit environment before? do you want to help contribute to the health & improvement of your community then let's talk about what special talents you have & how you can help!
To be successful as a member of the I’m With the Band team, you will also:
• Have a passion for our mission and a strong desire to make a positive impact in a up-and-coming non-profit organization
• Be an innovative and creative thinker; you’re not afraid to try something new and inspire others to do so
• Have a very high level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness
• Have a strong work ethic and require minimal direction
• Work well independently as well as part of a team
• Thrive in a fast-paced and fun environment
ARE YOU INTERESTED? APPLICANTS PLEASE FORWARD A COVER LETTER DESCRIBING YOUR SUCCESSES OR COMMITMENT TO KEEPING MUSIC IN KIDS LIVES.... EXPER. IN A NOT FOR PROFIT ENVIRONMENT A BONUS.... & INCLUDE A RESUME WITH YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION...
THANKS
Would you like to host a fundraising event?
• Tell your friends about this program
• Do you know kids that would be interested in “I’m With the Band”
• Do you have instruments, Mac’s, or recording gear you can donate?
We especially need: Instruments:
Electric Guitars
Basses
Amps
Synths/electronic keyboards
Drum kits / acoustic drums
Rhythm instruments (Tamborines, maracas, claves, chimes etc)
A Small PA- for performances 6-8 channel mixer/ speakers/stands
Recording gear:
MacPro or Mac Book Pro’s-
Acoustic treatments (bass traps, wall baffles)
Headphones
Mics- vocal & instrument
Headset mixer/amp- 4-6 channel
Mic Pre’s
Expanders
Power conditioners
Compressors
Limiters
Equipment racks
Pop filters/windscreens
Mastering processors
Shock mounts
Monitors
36" monitor stands )
The new True Margrit CD - The Juggler's Progress - is now available for pre-order, along with t-shirts and artwork, photo and drumheads, as we get ready for our monthlong tour of the Great Northwest! Check it out here: http://bit.ly/7Cu8J
Look for us in Washington, Oregon and California between October 15 and November 15, when our tour wraps up with the big show at San Francisco's best rock club, Bottom of the Hill! For the complete show schedule, check here: http://bit.ly/1UgGqQ
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