CityArts Scholarship Donation Drive Opens

CityArts grants scholarships to its programs on a social needs basis.  During the summer of 2010, twenty five children attended the CityArts Toronto Rock Camp on full scholarship.  Please consider supporting our scholarship program by donating or participating in our 2011 Rock Camp Donation Drive.

In addition to the scholarships that will be fund from the proceeds of the donations, we will also grant one our scholarship gift certificates to three parties who participate in the Rock Camp Donation Drive. Gift certificates can be directed to a program or a child on your behalf by CityArts.

Scholarship 1:  1 Week of Summer 2011 CityArts Rock Camp ($495.00 Value)

Scholarship 2:  1 CityArts Gift Certificate ($250 Value)

Scholarship 3:  1 CityArts Gift Certicate ($100 Value)

 

Donation Drive No. 1 closes on February 1, 2011!  Scholarship Gift Certificates will be announced on that date.

Fund a Program!  Make a Difference!

Direct Link: http://rockcamp.ca/donate/index.html

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Brian Moncarz- Producer / Engineer - joins CityArts Rock Band Plus+ Program

We are very pleased to announce that Brian Moncarz will be joining CityArts as the Producer / Engineer of the innovative Rock Band Plus+ program.  Brian is uniquely positioned and qualified to work with serious young musicians, sharing our vision and desire to develop industry leading creative learning programs in music.  Brian will guide the Rock Band Plus+ bands as they prepare for recording in some of Canada's leading recording studios and oversee the recording of the EP/CD.

"Brian is one of the hottest young producer/engineers around." Bob Ezrin (Producer, Pink Floyd, Kiss, Jane's Addiction)

"I've been working with Brian Moncarz for the last several years. He is a top class engineer and producer and is always able to put musicians at ease. It is always my intention to encourage musicians to feel that they are doing their best work and Brian is always supportive of this and remains calm even during the most stressful of sessions. We've had such a productive working relationship that when I felt it was time to open a studio and needed a partner, my obvious choice was Brian." David Bottrill (Producer, Tool, Peter Gabriel, Silverchair)

Rock Band Plus+ is an innovative 32 week program which takes talented young musicians to the next level with intensive instruction from leading industry professionals, a series of concerts, photo and music video sessions, all leading up to the recording of a EP/CD in some of Canada's best studios.  To learn more about CityArts Rock Band programs visit http://www.rockcamp.ca.

About Brian Moncarz:

"Even before I could walk, my dad taught me how to put a record on the record player," says Brian Moncarz, Toronto-based producer/engineer. Music has been an ingrained part of his life since he was young, and his passion for sound has led Moncarz to work with artists from Moneen (Dine Alone/Vagrant) and The Junction (Universal Music) to Kyle Riabko (Aware/Columbia), Silverstein (Victory Records), Pilot Speed (Maple Music), Rise Electric (featuring Lukas Rossi, EMI Publishing) and most recently, Circa Survive (Atlantic Records).

"Brian is one of the hottest young producer/engineers around." Bob Ezrin (Producer, Pink Floyd, Kiss, Jane's Addiction)

In high school, Moncarz was intrigued by the recording process. "I played in lots of bands when I was growing up and... I was always the band member that would be heavily involved with the recording of our demos.  It was just a natural progression from guitarist/musician to producer/engineer."

After completing a degree in Radio and Television Arts at Ryerson University, he began work as a freelance engineer in the Greater Toronto Area. A self-motivated entrepreneur, he opened his first studio in 2000 and began honing his skills with an attitude characterized by humour, calmness and attentiveness in the studio. Moncarz explains, "In order to keep bands inspired, I feel it's important to maintain a fun and creative atmosphere... while always staying focused on working hard. Recording a song or an album takes time. Why shouldn't we have a great time doing it?"

And while his self-taught engineering style forced Moncarz to learn quickly, it wasn't until 2005 that he found a mentor in legendary producer, Bob Ezrin. "[Ezrin] taught me how to listen," Moncarz says, "He especially helped me with mixing and really tuned my ears to hear tones."

That experience was put to good use in 2007, when Moncarz was hired to produce The Junction's debut album for Universal Music.  The album's first single, Components of Four, was quickly picked up by rock radio stations across Canada, and reached top 10 at 102.1 The Edge in Toronto.

Ezrin also introduced Moncarz to producer David Bottrill (Peter Gabriel, Tool, Silverchair), with whom a friendship quickly developed. After working together on an EP for We Are The Take.  he and Bottrill banded together to open Rattlebox Studios in 2008.  Their first joint-effort was, fittingly, a co-production of Moneen's The World I Want to Live Behind, which Exclaim! Magazine heralds as the band's "watershed album".

2009 was just as busy for Moncarz, both in and out of the studio. Most notably, he held post as engineer for Circa Survive's forthcoming major label debut while attending to teaching duties at Ryerson University and the Metalworks Institute of Sound and Music production. He has also delved into the world of electronic business, as the president of online mixing website, eMixEngine.com.

And though Brian Moncarz has experienced success as an engineer, producer and e-business entrepreneur, he attributes it, first and foremost, to his passion and love for music.

"I've been working with Brian Moncarz for the last several years. He is a top class engineer and producer and is always able to put musicians at ease. It is always my intention to encourage musicians to feel that they are doing their best work and Brian is always supportive of this and remains calm even during the most stressful of sessions. We've had such a productive working relationship that when I felt it was time to open a studio and needed a partner, my obvious choice was Brian." David Bottrill (Producer, Tool, Peter Gabriel, Silverchair)

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Kevin Dietz - Metalworks Head Engineer - joins CityArts Rock Band Plus+ Program

We are pleased to announce that Kevin Dietz will be working with CityArts in the ground breaking Rock Band Plus+ program.  Kevin is the head engineer of Metalworks Studios, in Mississauga, Ontario. He has worked with a diverse array of artists including Billy Talent, Alexisonfire, Circa Survive, Drake, Protest the Hero, Silverstein, and Placebo. He has also worked alongside numerous award winning producers and mixers such as David Bottrill, Julius Butty, Gavin Brown, and Demacio "Demo" Castillon.  Kevin shares our  vision in developing industry leading music programs for kids and is the perfect compliment to our high level Plus+ programs for serious young musicians 14 to 18 years of age.

Rock Band Plus+ is an innovative 32 week program which takes talented young musicians to the next level with intensive instruction from leading industry professionals, a series of concerts, photo and music video sessions, all leading up to the recording of a EP/CD in some of Canada's best studios.  To learn more about CityArts Rock Band programs visit http://www.rockcamp.ca.

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CityArts to Announce Arts Hubs in Toronto Public Schools

CityArts is set to announce four CityArts Hubs in the City of Toronto.  Located within Toronto Public Schools in Downtown Toronto, Riverdale, Midtown (Yonge/Eglinton) and Uptown (Yonge/Shepherd) the CityArts Hubs will deliver creative learning programs in Art, Music, Media and Technology.  

Programs will commence in January 2011 and will include: 

CityArts Rock Band and Learn to Rock Programs including Rock Camp 

CityArts X U of T Faculty of Music Piano Programs

CityArts Media Programs developed by Professor Wayne McPhail of Ryerson University and the University of Western Ontario

An innovative 4 month co-curricular in-school music program will also commence on January 10, 2011, at Danforth Tech Collegiate in Toronto. 

We are committed to providing exceptional Arts Education to children and thank our partners in Public Education for their continued support.  

Full details and a press release will follow.

Seraphim Marcopoulos

Executive Director

CityArts Creative Learning Inc.

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CityArts Rock Band Plus: Auditions December 6-12

Auditions for the CityArts Rock Band Plus winter programs will take place during the week of December 6 -12, 2010.  Rock Band Plus is an intensive and advanced 28 week Performance and Recording program open to young musicians 14 to 18 years of age.  Admission is by audition only.  Look for more information and audition times to be posted at http://www.rockcamp.ca

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CityArts + U of T Piano Programs: Audition Week Announced

The CityArts + University of Toronto Faculty of Music Piano programs will be holding auditions and interviews during the week of December 6 to 12, 2010.  Auditions will be held at the University of Toronto's Faculty of Music for interested students and parents.  This innovative multi-year program is open to students age 6 and up.  Admission is by audition and interview.  Times and dates will be posted on http://www.cityarts.ca.  

CityArts will make a number of scholarships available as we partner with the University of Toronto in bringing these innovative programs into the community.  Programs run an average of 32 weeks per year, are taught by U of T Faculty of Music graduate students under the direction of Dr. Midori Koga.  Programs commence during the month of January 2011.

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CityArts at the Gladstone Hotel: October 31st 2 PM to 6 PM

CityArts will be hosting a party at The Gladstone Hotel on October 31, 2010, from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM.  Come join us this Halloween as we launch our winter programs including: Learn to Rock!, Rock Band, Rock Band Plus+ and the CityArts / University of Toronto Faculty of Music community programs.

We will be programming an afternoon of music at The Gladstone Hotel's Ballroom and Melody Bar.  A photography exhibit, featuring photographs taken by Devin Dubeau at the Summer 2010 CityArts Toronto Rock Camp will also be on taking place in the Ballroom.

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Voting Opens: The Best of Summer 2010 CityArts Toronto Rock Camp CD

Voting is now open for the Best of Summer 2010 CityArts Toronto Rock Camp CD.  You can vote for your five (5) favourite Original Songs and five (5) favourite Cover Songs.  Voting will close on Friday, October 22, 2010, at 11:59:59 PM.   Two polls are open on the sidebar of http://www.cityarts.ca.  Please see the enclosed graphic.

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CityArts Rocks the Gladstone Hotel: Event Timetable

On October 31st, 2010, CityArts Rocks the Gladstone Hotel.  Join us on Halloween Day and celebrate the launch of our winter programs, the publication of a book of Devin Dubeau's CityArts Toronto Rock Camp photographs and the launch of Best of Summer 2010 Compilation CD.  We will have a multi-media event and concert in the Gladstone Ballroom and a program of acoustic music in the Melody Bar.  Preliminary details are as follows:

The Gladstone Ballroom: Main Stage

2:00 PM Reception and Photo Exhibition and Book Launch

2:30 PM Set # 1

3:00 PM CD Release and Listening Party

3:30 PM Set # 2

4:00 PM Introduction of CityArts Winter Programs

4:30 PM Set # 3

5:00 Raffle Draw and Closing

The Melody Bar:  Acoustic Stage

2:00 PM to 5:00 PM Acoustic Performances

About the Gladstone Hotel:  loved by travellers and locals alike, and located in the heart of one of Toronto’s most vibrant neighbourhoods,The Gladstone Hotel is a values-based business dedicated to offering an immersive and authentic experience to its guests. More than a hotel,The Gladstone is a social and cultural incubator facilitating sustainable and accessible ways of experiencing art, culture, community, and local cuisine.

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CityArts Toronto Rock Camp Best of Summer 2010 CD Release Announced!

Twenty songs have been nominated for the Best of Summer 2010 CityArts Toronto Rock Camp compilation CD.  Voting will commence on Monday, October 18, 2010 and will close on Sunday, October 24, 2010.

The nominated songs are:

Original Compositions: 

1. Torture Me Softly * (Crust)
2. Doom * (Orbiting Death Ray)
3. The Bridge * (Scotland Yard)
4. Ode to Anvil * (Thunder Mifflin)
5. Just A Girl * (Carmen and the Laser Cats)
6. Liar * (Baby Pharm Animals)
7. Vengeance * (Vengeance)
8. Rockers and Talkers * (Double Rainbow)
9. You Can't Say Suck (Metasys)

Covers: 

1. I Don't Need No Doctor (Tofu Picnic)
2. Superman's Dead (Crust)
3. Pinball Wizard (Where's Wales)
4. Killing in The Name (Scotland Yard)
5. I Want You Back (The Joe McGrade Fan Club)
6. Plug in Baby (Amuse ft. Too Shy Boy)
7. Vertigo (Manana Bandwich)
8. Bring Me to Life (Carmen and the Laser Cats)
9. Sweet Dreams (Homicidal Sparkle Kittens)
10. Welcome to the Machine (The Joe McGrade Fan Club)
11. Rockin In the Free World (The Tone Deaf Bobsicles)
12. Stay Away And Closing Medley (Seals and Wales the Wonderful World of Books for Young Explorers)
Have a listen at:  http://rockcamp.ca/audio/summer2010.html

Think we missed something that should have been nominated?  You'll have a chance to nominate a song until voting kicks off on Saturday.

The Best of Summer 2010 CD Compilation will have its first listening party on October 31, 2010, at the CityArts Rocks The Gladstone party.
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CityArts at the Gladstone Hotel on Halloween Day

CityArts will be hosting a party, concert and photographic gallery exhibit at the Gladstone Hotel on Halloween Day.  The action will start at 1:00 PM and run to 6:00 PM. Full details on our website soon.  Interesting in play the gig?  Contact me via email as soon as possible!

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Concert and Thanksgiving Celebration for 200 Wellesley Families

On September 26, 2010, a devastating fire swept through the highrise apartment building at 200 Wellesley Street East.  Over 1,200 people were left without a home.  Some of these families had children who attended the Our Lady of Lourdes Public School, summer home of the CityArts Toronto Rock Camp.

On Saturday, October 9, 2010, a special thanksgiving celebration and concert will take place at the Our Lady of Lourdes school for the members of the community.  CityArts will supply the entertainment for the event.

Interesting in participating?  Contact Seraphim Marcopoulos, Executive Director of CityArts by email or phone at 416-880-9370.

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CityArts Rock Camp Summer 2010 Week 6 Concert Report

At on the CityArts Toronto Rock Camp on Friday, August 13th, 2010, seven bands took the stage in what was our final concert of the Summer 2010 edition of the Toronto Rock Camp.

Seals And Wales, The Wonderful World of (Book for Young Explorers) (SAWTWWOBFYE)

Just by simply reading their name, SAWTWWOBFYE, means business. With the power they bring in both performances of ‘Stay Away’ by Nirvana and ‘Cut Your Hair’ by Pavement its safe to say SAWTWWOBFYE is not only a force to be reckoned with, but they also guarantee you a smile. 

Vengeance  

Vengeance was one of the bands to write their own original songs.  The kicked off their set with “Vengeance”. They also performed “Cowboys from Hell” by -, which had everyone head banging along to the beat. This band had great stage performance while performing their song choices which really involved their song choices, metal may have not been the audience’s favourite music but they couldn’t help but join in.

James Town Commodities

James Town Commodities had great energy on stage during their performance of “Let It Be” by the Beatles and “Starlight” by Muse. They sent energetic vibes to the audience which had everyone singing along to a legendary favourite.

Dimension

                                                    
The six youngest members of week six teamed up to ‘woo’ the crowd with two of the greatest hits in rock history- ‘Highway to Hell’ by AC/DC and ‘Smoke on the Water’ by Deep Purple. It just goes to show that age is but a number.

Homicidal Sparkle Kitten

The Homicidal Sparkle Kitten’s gave the show its kick with their songs Sweet Dream by Beyonce and Superstition by Stevie Wonder. They went against the status quo and showed how diverse Rock Camp could really be- and did a wonderful job doing so. Way to go Homicidal Sparkle Kitten. The only thing these kittens killed us with was rock!

Baby Pharm Animals

Baby Pharm Animals were one of the bands to write their own original song which they titled “Liar”. Their rendition of “Jailhouse Rock” originally by Elvis Presley had the crowd rocking old school!

Serious Suggestion

Serious Suggestion shared their enthusiasm and liveliness with the audience when they performed their two song choices “More than a Feeling” by Boston and “Born to be Wild”. They brought a ton of energy to the stage with their great stage presence and connection.

This was the last concert of the Summer 2010 Edition of the CityArts Toronto Rock Camp.  In September we kick off a whole year of events, concerts, workshops and the CityArts Winter Performance and Recording Rock Program!   So for now, so long from our talented young rockers.  See you in September!

Report filed by Leeann Forbes for CityArts

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CityArts Rock Camp Summer 2010 Week 6 Concert

Photographs by Devin Dubeau of the CityArts Toronto Rock Summer 2010 Week 6 Concert.  This was the last concert of Summer 2010 and took place on August 13, 2010. Listen to Concert Audio, watch videos, and see more photographs at http://www.rockcamp.ca

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CityArts Rock Camp 2010 Week 6 Band Photos

Photographs by Devin Dubeau of the Week 6 Bands at the 2010 Edition of the CityArts Toronto Rock Camp.  

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CityArts Rock Camp 2010 Week 5 Concert

The Week 5 concert of the Summer 2010 edition of the CityArts Toronto Rock Camp took place on Friday, July 30th, 2010.  Five bands hit the stage.  Week 5 was a short 4 day week due to the Simcoe Day holiday on Monday.  Despite the tightened schedule, and the resulting pressure to get everything ready for Friday's performance, the bands were all great!

Manana Bandwich

Manana Bandwich was the energetic bunch who took the stage with their set of Vertigo by U2 and Today by the Smashing Pumpkins. The “Bandwich” kept the crowd moving and the show rockin’ and rollin’. Despite their name,

Amuse featuring Too Shy Guy

Amuse featuring Too Shy Guy was not hesitant to let their inner rockstars out. With not one but two Muse songs, “Plug in Baby” and “Hysteria”.

Metasys

With the only original of the night, Metasys gave an amazing performance. Along with their original instrumental, the group took the crowd back with the classic “All the Young Dudes” by Mott the Hoople. 

FailBoat

FailBoat Don’t let the name fool you, this band in no way failed. Launching into “Fake It” by Seether, they instantly pleased the audience. Then, closing their set with the crowd favourite, “This Could Be Anywhere In The World” by Alexisonfire. A fantastic demonstration of what the volunteers can do.  

The Joe McGrade Fanclub

The Joe McGrade Fanclub was the fabulous four-some took the crowd back to not one, not two but three eras with The Jackson 5’s “I Want You Back”, - “Southern Man” by Neil Young, and “Welcome to the Machine” by Pink Floyd. What a fabulous end to the night.  Who is Joe McGrade you ask?  None other than one of our beloved CityArts Toronto Rock Camp band leaders and instructors who has been with us since 2008.

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CityArts Toronto Rock Camp 2010 Week 4 Concert

On Friday July 30th, 2010, CityArts Toronto Rock Camp hosted their fourth concert of the summer. This concert introduced four superb and energetic bands called Carmen and the Laser Cats, Sediquidant, Thunder Mifflin, Nuddha, Bassers and Drummists, and Beds Out of Chairs. The concert was exciting and lively as each band and each member brought their musical talent to the stage sharing their enthusiasm with the audience. 
 
Carmen and the Laser Cats 

Carmen and the Laser Cats were an enthusiastic and lively band. They performed an original written by one of their very own band members, Carmen, called “Just a Girl”. During their performance of “Bring Me to Life” by Evanescence, they had an amazing band connection on stage and loads of energy that they shared with the audience. A band member was even playing a cello during their performance; it was a great addition to the concert.

Sediquidant

Sediquidant's performance of “Learn to Fly” by the Foo Fighters was high-spirited which used their musical talent to engage with their audience. They ultimately created anticipation for their next song performance of “Steady as She Goes” by the Raconteurs.
 
Thunder Mifflin

Thunder Mifflin was one of the bands to create their own original song, “Ode to Anvil”, over the course of five days. Using their song cover of “Bad Reputation” by Joe Jet, they helped host a great concert with their awesome performance and exciting vibes. This band brought a ton of energy to the stage.
 
Nuddha

Nuddha had an impressive stage presence with their fantastic performance of “Satisfaction”. They also brought the stage to life when they played Michael Jackson’s pop song, “Beat It”, giving the concert a different edge and musical genre to enjoy.

Bassers and Drummists

Bassers and Drummist's performance was enjoyable and exciting because of their energy and eagerness to be on stage. This band performed “Starseed” by Our Lady Peace and “The Middle” by Jimmy Eat World with great enthusiasm and excitement.

Beds Out of Chairs

Beds Out of Chairs  had a good band connection that they used to connect with their audience on stage. Their song choices consisted of classic rock that they added a twist to by using a cowbell during their performance. With their great stage presence and connection, this band was enjoyable and exciting to watch.

Filed on August 3rd, 2010 by Leanne Forbes for CityArts

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CityArts Rock Camp 2010 Week 5 Band Photographs

Photographs by Devin Dubeau taking of the Week 5 Bands at the 2010
CityArts Toronto Rock Camp

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CityArts Toronto Rock Camp 2010 Week 4 Band Photographs

Band photographs shot by Devin Dubeau for CityArts during Week 4 of the 2010 CityArts Toronto Rock Camp.

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CityArts Toronto Rock Camp Week 5 Concert Photographs

Photographs shot by Devin Dubeau at the 2010 CityArts Toronto Rock Camp Week 5 concert on August 6, 2010.

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CityArts at Gibson Artist Lounge on October 1, 2010

CityArts returns to the exclusive Gibson Artist Lounge on October 1,
2010. We last played the private venue on December 16, 2009, with
four young bands. This time, we return with professional bands and
CityArts artists and musicians. This party will launch our fall /
winter 2010 programming. Details coming soon.

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CityArts Toronto Rock Camp 2010 Week 4 Concert Photos

Photographs taken by Devin Dubeau on July 30, 2010, at the Week 4
Concert of the CityArts Toronto Rock Camp.

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CityArts Toronto Rock Camp 2010 Week 4 Photos and Update!

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010

Week 4 at the CityArts Toronto Rock Camp has finally arrived and it’s
already mid-week. All the bands have already chosen their band names
and songs that they are going to be performing! We await the
performances of Carmen and the Laser Cats, Sediquidant, Thunder
Mifflin, You Ain’t Got No Pancake Mix, Nuddha, and Bassers and
Drumists.

There are many new campers at CityArts Toronto Rock Camp this week and
a handful of returning campers which are excited for the final
concert. Like always, there was a songwriting clinic, a guitar/bass
clinic, and drum clinic.

The guitar clinic was particularly interesting considering that one of
our very own band instructors. Chuck Majic, CityArts Rock Camp
instructor and luthier, taught the Rock Campers how to change their
strings and keep their guitars in the best condition for as long as
possible.

The final concert for Week 4 is only two days away and bands are
practicing like crazy. If you were to find yourself in the hallway of
the CityArts Toronto Rock Camp right now, you would hear awesome
music, such as The Middle by Jimmy Eat World, Learn to Fly by Foo
Fighters and two originals called Just A Girl and Ode to Anvil,
streaming from every band room.

Mid-week is crucial for band members but just as equally enjoyable and
interesting. Can’t wait to see these performances this Friday, I have
a feeling they are going to be AWESOME!

Filed by Leeann Forbes for CityArts

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CityArts Toronto Rock Camp 2010 Week 3 Concert

The third official concert at the City Arts Toronto Rock Camp, held on Friday July 23

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, 2010, introduced six new marvellous bands. With their spunk and eccentric attitudes, these bands played with passion this past Friday. Everyone awaited the performances of Processed, Where’s Wales?, Face-to-Face Collision and more. Excitement was written all over the audience faces as they expected a spectacular performance, and the bands did not fail to please them. Every band brought their individual flamboyance and musical ability to the concert. With a talented group of kids like these, the concert was bound to be tres chic!

Elephants with Substance Abuse Problems

Elephants with Substance Abuse Problems had a really great stage performance. They sent pleasurable and cheerful vibes towards the audience. You could tell that each band member really had a connection with the other band members on stage. It was whimsical experience with their choice to cover three songs, Motley Crue's “Dr Feel Good”, The Who's “Summer Time Blues”, and a homage to SpongeBob SquarePants “Campfire Song”.

Face-to-Face Collision

Face-to-Face Collision was one of those bands that the audience was really digging. Along with great stage presence, this band had an amazing vocalist, awesome guitar/bass players, and a really cool drum player where they covered two songs The Who's “My Generation” and Dire Straits “Sultans of Sins”. They were truly enjoyable and fun to watch.

Milk of Amnesia

Milk of Amnesia was an exciting band to watch. They covered two songs Bon Jovi's “It’s My Life” and Cream's “Sunshine of Your Love”. The audience was toe-tapping along to both songs enjoying the momentum that the band had created.

Processed

Processed had the crowd clapping and singing along to their awesome performance. They sent exciting vibes through their performance. The crowd had really gotten involved when they covered Joan Jett's “I Love Rock and Roll”, and they really enjoyed their second cover of The Beatles' “Get Back”.

Scotland Yard

Scotland Yard really involved the crowd while performing. With their great performance, they ripped the rock and roll out of their hearts. You could tell they literally felt the music in their hearts. They were the only band to write an original "The Bridge" along with their awesome cover of Rage Against the Machine's “Killing in the Name”.

Where’s Wales?

Where’s Wales? filled the gym with high energy with their spunky and creative attitudes that shined through while they were on stage. They had great presence which was topped off when the lead vocalist walked on with a tangerine coloured boa. With great covers of Radiohead's “Paranoid Android”, The Who's “Pinball Wizard”, and great clothing and style, where could this band go wrong?

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