Jan 10, 2011
MUSICIANS INSTITUTE COLLEGE OF CONTEMPORARY MUSIC PRESENTS MUST-SEE MUSIC CLINICS AT THE 2011 NAMM H.O.T. ZONE
From January 13th through the 16th, the 2011 NAMM Show’s H.O.T. Zone heats up with clinics presented by Musicians Institute College of Contemporary Music (MI). The school’s debut at the NAMM Show features recognized clinicians discussing their craft, including legendary bass player Stanley Clarke, drummer Marco Minnemann, and guitarist Carl Verheyen.
Legendary Bass Player Stanley Clarke to Give His Tips for the Stage
January 15th at 1:45 PM Los Angeles, CA (January 10, 2011) — From January 13th through the 16th, the 2011 NAMM Show’s H.O.T. Zone heats up with clinics presented by Musicians Institute College of Contemporary Music (MI). The school’s debut at the NAMM Show features recognized clinicians discussing their craft, including legendary bass player Stanley Clarke, drummer Marco Minnemann, and guitarist Carl Verheyen. Clinics focus on topics relevant for the stage, studio and digital arena including a panel of experts to discuss Songwriting Techniques and Tips and a workshop devoted to Production. The H.O.T. Zone clinics take place on Level 2 of the Anaheim Convention Center.
Hands-On Training or H.O.T. Zone is designed to create custom solutions targeted especially to professionals in the recording, live sound, House of Worship, and stage and lighting industries. Along with MI, industry partners, publishers, organizations and associations offer free special training seminars, face-to-face meetings, networking opportunities, and one-on-one mentoring to strengthen the knowledge base of industry colleagues. For more information on the H.O.T. Zone, visit http://www.namm.org/thenammshow/2011/hot-zone. The NAMM show is closed to the public and open only to qualifiying business in the music products industry. For information about attending the show please visit www.namm.org/membership.
Through its offerings at NAMM, as well as similar events throughout the summer and fall, MI hopes to offer its audiences a glimpse into the college’s cutting-edge technological capacities, as well as showcase its world-class faculty and talented student body. A leader in the world of contemporary music education, MI offers professional-grade educational opportunities in subjects that include Audio Engineering and Film, as well as instrumental, business, and Independent Artist programs. MI will have representatives on-site at NAMM 2011 to provide information and answer questions about the college.
NAMM H.O.T. ZONE Clinics with Musicians Institute
THE STAGE
- Onstage tips for Bass Players on Saturday, January 15 at 1:45 PM in the Stage Room
GRAMMY winner Stanley Clarke is legendary in the world of contemporary bass guitar. He is the first bass player in history to headline sold-out tours and have an album certified as “gold.” Clarke’s clinic will focus on live performance techniques for bass players and welcome questions from beginners and experts alike. - Songwriting Tips & Techniques Panel on Sunday, January 16 at 10:45 AM in the Stage Room
Witness and engage yourself in a well-rounded discussion of songwriting, artist development and the process of song placement. The panel includes songwriters Alan Rich, Jonathan Lazar and Alan Roy Scott alongside A&R Representatives Richard Csabai and Erin Workman. - Getting Great Drum Sounds on Stage and in the Studio on Sunday, January 16 at 2:15 PM in the Stage Room
World-class drumming innovator Marco Minnemann is a drummer, composer, producer and engineer. Known internationally as a “total drumming Super-Freak,” Marco’s knowledge of percussion in the contemporary music world is un-matched. In this clinic, he will instruct attendees with techniques for producing excellent sound for both the recording studio and the live stage and will answer questions from the audience.
THE STUDIO
- Production Tips and Tricks with Darryl Swan on Thursday, January 13 at 12:00 pm in the Studio Room
Break down the science of music production with audio engineer and MI faculty member Darryl Swann. Learn to produce a track professionally, troubleshoot common problems, and enhance your engineering knowledge with this in-depth clinic. Whether you’re a beginner looking for an overview, or a veteran with specific questions, this clinic will provide both general information and thoughtful insights on the latest production software and their capabilities.
THE DIGITAL MUSICIAN
- Modern Guitar in the 21st Century with Carl Verheyen on Saturday, January 15 at 12:30pm in the Digital Musician Room
Heralded by Classic Rock Magazine as “One of the Top 100 guitarists of all time,” Carl Verheyen of SUPERTRAMP will demonstrate for attendees the stylistic techniques that are characteristic of contemporary guitar in the 21st century. See how modern guitar has evolved throughout the later end of the 20th century to become what it is today.
About Musicians Institute Since 1977, Musicians Institute has been a world leader in contemporary music education, providing cutting-edge resources in its state of the art facilities located right in the heart of Hollywood, the capital of the world music industry. Its dynamic curriculum is current, comprehensive and compatible with the needs of students who not only desire to study music, but also build a career in the music industry with the knowledge they learn on-campus.
About NAMM The National Association of Music Merchants is the not-for-profit association that unifies, leads and strengthens the $17 billion international musical instruments and products industry. NAMM’s activities and programs are designed to promote music making to people of all ages. NAMM is comprised of approximately 9,000 Member companies. For more information about NAMM or the proven benefits of making music, interested parties can visit www.namm.org .
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