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Audio Recording Technology • FilmmakingGuitar and Vocal Workshops • Musical Theatre • Shakespeare

Five Towns College2016 Summer Programsfor High School Students

July 5 - July 22 & July 25 - August 12

You are cordially invited to participate in one or more of our summer programs for high school students. Our tuition is very affordable, and you will learn valuable skills and insights in such fields as Music, Media and the Performing Arts. All of these programs offer hands-on experiences taught by our outstanding college faculty. At the conclusion of these three week programs, family and friends will be invited to view student projects and see performances.

Activities will take place in our air-conditioned classrooms and studios, except for fieldwork. Students will be encouraged to actively participate in these interactive programs. These summer experiences will enrich your life and will introduce you to the limitless possibilities of your future college and career goals.

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Summer 2016Schedule of Classes and College Credit Courses

Film

Music

Audio Recording

Theatre

* Filmmaking July 5 – July 22 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

* Intermediate and Advanced Filmmaking July 25 – August 12 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Musical Theatre - Broadway Dreams July 5 – July 22 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Musical Theatre - Broadway Bound July 25 – August 12 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Summer Shakespheare July 5 – July 22 9:00 am – 11:45 am

Introduction To Audio Recording July 5 – July 22 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm

with Pro Tools

Intermediate Audio Recording July 25 – August 12 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm

& Music Production with Pro Tools

Audio Recording Theory July 5 – August 4 9:00 am – 11:45 am

Guitar Workshop July 5 – July 22 9:00 am – 11:45 am

Vocal Workshop July 5 – July 22 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm

* A college credit course in film is offered to high school juniors and seniors.

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Introduction to Audio RecordingProduction with Pro ToolsJULY 5 - JULY 22 • 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm

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This course offers high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to earn three college credits while learning the basics of recording, editing and mixing professional sounding audio productions. This course will focus on sound theory, microphone design and usage, console signal flow, and analog and digital recording equipment. This course offers hands on experience to reinforce the theory.

Students will be responsible for all homework, quizzes, mid term and final exams. Daily attendance is mandatory because this is a college level course. Topics to be covered will include; study of basic audio and acoustic theory, understanding the concepts of audio recording characteristics and suggested uses of various microphones, operating principles of tape recorders, recording consoles and state-of-the-art outboard recording equipment.

This course meets Monday - Thursday for five weeks.

Instructor: Professor Grace Lee, Adjunct Professor in Audio Recording Technology.She has recorded with independent labels, ranging from Chamber Music to Rock and Roll.

Audio Recording TheoryJULY 5 – AUGUST 4 • 9:00am – 11:45am

This workshop will provide hands-on activities for the beginner student in a professional audio recording studio. It will feature the basic principles of recording music and mixing. Students will have the opportunity to produce their own recording as a group, mix and edit as individual recording engineers. Students will receive an introduction to micro-phone principles and audio recording techniques while recording live musicians.

Some of the coursework will include ADR sessions to replace dialog, building of sound FX, creating Foley effects as well as creating music to enhance a movie scene.

The focus will be on listening skills, coupled with hands-on learning, and students will express the ability to develop their own engineering style and take a glimpse into the world of professional recording.

Instructor: Professor John Machado, Co-Chair of Audio & Professor in Audio Recording.He has scored, produced and engineered soundtracks for movies, TV and theatrical productions.

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Do you have what it takes to make movies? Join up and meet other like-minded creative high school filmmakers in this professional “hands-on” film production workshop. Use industry standard equipment including HD cameras, Arri lighting kits and Adobe Premiere/AVID editing stations to make your short narrative script come to life. Don’t worry though, expert help, for beginners as well as advanced students alike, will be there to guide you through the process of writing your script, directing your film, and adding the final editing touches to complete your project. Prepare for an intensive three weeks that will finally allow you to craft your own cinematic masterpiece.

Instructors: Assistant Professor Dan Galiardi, Associate Professor in Film. His picture credits include Batman Forever, Independence Day, and TV credit includes Law and Order.

FilmmakingJULY 5 – JULY 22 • 9:00am – 4:00pm

Intermediate Audio Recordingand Music Productionwith Pro ToolsJULY 25 – AUGUST 12 • 12:30pm – 3:30pm

Students who have some background in audio recording will get an in-depth look at Pro Tools and the industry standard plug-ins. A full explanation of advanced recording, editing and mixing will be covered, as well as a detailed examination of the world of audio/video post- production.

Students will be expected to finish a mixing project. Students should have previous experience in our Audio Recording Summer Programs or have some previous audio experience at their high school or in their home recording studies.

Instructor: Professor John Machado, Co-Chair of Audio & Professor in Audio Recording.He has scored, produced and engineered soundtracks for movies, TV and theatrical productions.

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This workshop is designed to offer the most professional aspects of Film Production, with a hands-on approach using industry standard equipment and techniques. Students will use Cannon HD DLSR cameras, sound sync audio recorders, and professional lighting equipment. Students will take part in green screen, dolly, and news-style interview exercises, as well as learning all the elements of creating film from pre to post production. Editing will be done using state-of-the-art Apple iMac Computers.

A short film will be produced, and students will learn all aspects of pre-production, including scripts, storyboarding, shot lists, and scheduling his/her films. Each student will have an opportunity to create and direct their own film. Students will work in small groups to produce and complete a finished film in this hands-on program. Creativity, original work, and passion will be emphasized.

High school juniors and seniors may receive 3 college credits in VID121 –Television Workshop by taking this course along with the first Filmmaking Workshop class for an additional fee. This course may be transferable to other colleges who may accept this course offering or when you apply to Five Towns College.

Instructors: Assistant Professor Dan Galiardi, Associate Professor in Film. His picture creditsinclude Batman Forever, Independence Day, and TV credit includes Law and Order orPhil Russell, Independent Cinematographer.

Intermediate andAdvanced Filmmaking JULY 25 – AUGUST 12 • 9:00am – 4:00pm

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Students will learn the fundamentals of basic vocal foundation, such as breath, support, placement and tone concept, as well as musical and repertoire application and development. All are expected to sing and will have the opportunity to develop pieces in the style of their choice. There will be emphasis on musical preparation, including accuracy, diction, style, tradition and interpretation. The workshop may also be used by students to develop a college audition package, prepare for auditions or perfect repertoire for event presentations.

Students are free to bring in pieces of any genre and will be active participants in their own devel-opment. No auditions are required as students will be grouped according to their level of talent, as well as receive individual vocal instruction.

Instructor: Professor Audra Moricca,Voice Coordinator in the Music Division. As a dramatic Soprano, she has performed in TOSCA, Marriage of Figaro and many other operas.

Guitar Workshop(Jazz, Blues, Funk And Classic Rock)JULY 5 – JULY 22 • 9:00AM – 11:45am

Vocal WorkshopJULY 5 – JULY 22 • 12:30PM – 3:30PM

The guitar workshop will provide students with a diverse and exciting three weeks of intensive guitar study. Outstanding professional faculty, as well as various guest artists will help each student improve their technique, tone, reading ability and performance ability.

The program is for the serious guitar student. Over the three weeks, there will be emphasis on different styles of music, including Jazz, Blues, Funk and Classic Rock. Students will work on devel-oping their skills as both rhythm players and soloists. Electric and acoustic players are welcome.

Topics that will be covered include fret-board knowledge, ear training, theory, sight reading, technique exercises (right and left hand) and both pick and finger style playing. No audition is required as all levels of experience, whether a beginner, intermediate or advanced guitar player will be accepted. At the conclusion of the workshop, students will perform as soloists or in an ensemble.

Instructor: Professor Tony Romano, Adjunct Faculty in the Music Division. He has toured world-wide and recorded with notable artists as a professional Guitarist.

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This Musical Theatre Workshop is a three hour intensive program dedicated to the serious musical theatre student. Students will learn all aspects of song preparation as it pertains to Broadway Musical repertoire, including basics in proper vocal and singing techniques, musical stylings, and acting the song. Students will work on solo material, duets and group singing. No audition is necessary to enroll in this workshop.

At the end of the three week session, students will be involved in a final performance which will be filled with Broadway songs and solos. Through this workshop, students will make new friends and learn a lifetime of theatrical skills and techniques.

Instructor: Professor Rob Gallagher, Assistant Professor in Theatre and Professional Actor. He has starred in Les Miserables, The Music Man, Sound of Music and many other Broadway Shows.

Musical Theatre - Broadway DreamsJULY 5 - JULY 22 • 12:30PM - 3:30PM

This is a continuation of the Musical Theatre-Broadway Dreams workshop, where students will have the opportunity to expand their expertise by performing in a musical adaptation of a Broadway or Hollywood shows. Students with some experience in theatre may also consider this workshop to improve their singing in musical theatre venues. Under the direction of Rob Gallagher, professional actor, students will be given the opportunity to experience a diverse selection of musical numbers which will be highlighted by a final performance filled with musical theatre activities.

Instructor: Professor Rob Gallagher, Assistant Professor in Theatre and Professional Actor. He has starred in Les Miserables, The Music Man, Sound of Music and many other Broadway Shows.

Spend part of your summer improving your acting ability by learning how to perform the works of William Shakespeare. Shakespeare continues to be the most-performed playwright in history, and being able to act his plays will help you with college admissions, ace your auditions, improve your chances on getting into theatre festivals, and generally improve your acting skills while having fun doing it.

This fun workshop will teach you about Shakespearean verse and staging, as well as improving your voice and movement. Every day will include vocal training and work with stage action. Through brief lessons you will learn about the theatre and society of Shakespeare’s era. Most of the time will be spent on acting scenes from Shakespeare’s plays and working on monologues.

You will have the opportunity to learn stage combat, music and dance from the Elizabethan era, costumes and makeup, and other fun activities. By the end of our time together, you will notice a marked improvement in your acting, your audition skills, and your ability to work in an ensemble.

No previous Shakespeare experience is required, but a spirit of adventure is.

Instructor: Professor Jeff Dailey, Associate professor in music and theatre, founder of theL.I. Student Shakespeare Festival

Musical Theatre - Broadway BoundJULY 25 – AUGUST 12 • 12:30PM - 3:30PM

Summer ShakespeareJULY 5 - JULY 22 • 9:00AM – 11:45am

General InformationHigh school students who are sophomores, juniorsor seniors are invited to attend any of our summer programs or College Credit Courses. Each three week session is designed to provide the student with hands-on experiences in Music, Film, Audio Recording andTheatre Arts.

Application ProcessComplete the summer application form, and enclose your tuition deposit, which will be used towards the cost of the program selected. Please make the check out to FIVE TOWNS COLLEGE based on the following available program offerings.

Programs and Tuition

Three Week hAlf-DAy ProGrAms: •GuitarWorkshop•VocalWorkshop •IntroductiontoAudioRecordingProduction •AudioRecordingandMusicProduction •MusicalTheatre–BroadwayDreams •MusicalTheatre–BroadwayBound •SummerShakespeare

Tuition for each of these three week half-day workshops is $700. Payment can be made in full or with a $350 deposit, which will be applied to the tuition. Final payment must be made by the deadline dates listed.

Three Week fUll-DAy ProGrAms: •Filmmaking •IntermediateandAdvancedFilmmaking

Tuition for each of the three week full-day workshops in film is $1400. Payment may be made in full or witha $700 deposit, which will be applied to the tuition.Final payment must be made following the deadline dates listed.

For an additional fee of $500, junior and seniorswill receive a 3 credit college course in film, if both Filmmaking and Intermediate and AdvancedFilmmaking are taken. (VID121 - Television Workshop)

fIVe Week colleGe creDIT coUrse: •AudioRecordingTheory

The tuition for this course is $1400. Payment may be made in full or with a $700 deposit, which will be applied to the tuition. Final payment must be made following the deadline dates listed.

Tuition DeadlinesJuly 5 - July 22 Programs Submit your application and check by June 10, 2016.The balance of Tuition is due by June 24, 2016.

July 25 - August 12 ProgramsSubmit your application and check by June 24, 2016.The balance of Tuition is due by July 18, 2016.

lunchFor an additional $150 you may purchase a three weekmeal plan, otherwise lunch is not included.

musical InstrumentsThe student is responsible for providing their ownmusical instrument.

TransportationYou are responsible for your own transportation to the College. The Suffolk County Bus S-23 comes on campus, leaving from the Babylon LIRR Train Station, Wyandanch LIRR Train Station, and the Walt Whitman Mall.

Additional InformationIf you require more information about the SummerPrograms or College credit courses for High School Students, please call 631-656-2110.

2016 Summer Programsfor High School StudentsJuly 5 - July 22 & July 25 - August 12

admissions@ftc.edu631-656-2110

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