WELCOME KIDS WHO ROCK!
We are excited to announce an opportunity to take part in a 5-week recreational music program called KIDS WHO ROCK!
If you between the ages of 12 and 18 years old we invite you to apply to be a part of this free music program supported by The City of Gold Coast.
This program is a fun and inclusive way for young musican to work with like minded musicians, meet their people and start a band! You will get to work with professional musicians, hear from industry professionals and explore fun songwriting techniques.
These workshop will culminate in an opportunity to be a part of THOSE WHO ROCK a massive rock concert featuring 200 Rockstars from across the Gold Coast performing alongside Aussie rock icons at HOTA, Home of the Arts on the outdoor stage on July 6th.
We have 12 spots available and will be looking for a mix of different instruments (drums, guitar, bass, keys, etc) and vocalists to make 2 to 3 new bands.
Kids Who Rock is perfect for you if:
- You are interested in songwriting and learning how to become a songwriter/musican/writer/poet
- You can sing, play an instrument or both
- You want to meet other creative musicians your age or similar.
- You have never written a song before but would LOVE to give it a try
- You are a songwriter who feels a little stuck and would love some professional mentorship and creative support.
- You are interested in performing to a live audience
You will need to attend all 5 workshops held at Broadbeach Cultural Centre, plus either a Communtiy Centre showcase Event at Helensvale or Broadbeach and the tech rehearsal and show.
Workshops at Broadbeach Cultural Centre
Monday June 3, 4.30pm - 6.30pm
Monday June 10, 4.30pm - 6.30pm
Monday June 17, 4.30pm - 6.30pm
Monday June 24, 4.30pm - 6.30pm
Monday July 1, 4.30pm - 6.30pm
Community Centre Showings (to a live audience!)
Participants will be invited to showcase their orignal song/s to their friends and family at two special sneak peak preview events in the lead up to the big Those Who Rock show. Please mark these dates in your diary and more info will follow.
Friday June 21, 6pm-8.30pm - Helensvale Cultural Centre
Saturday June 22, 6pm-8.30pm - Broadbeach Cultural Centre
Essential Dates:
Friday July 5, (times TBC) - Tech rehearsal
Saturday July 6, 12pm-8pm - SHOW Day
To apply complete this form & we will be in touch!
*Please ensure you provide contact information (email & phone number) for a parent or guardian.
Any question please email:
kidswhorock.hota@gmail.com
ROCK ON!!