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2019
Drum Camp

August 05, 2019 8:00 am - August 09, 2019 6:00 pm

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CMC Little 5 Points 1127 Colquitt Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30307, USA



altRhythm is an essential component of most kinds of music and drummers are invaluable to many kinds of musical groups. Not only do drummers set the timing and pacing of a song (and help other musicians keep with the beat), they also contribute to its feeling, movement and formal composition.

The CMC Atlanta Drum Camp immerses students in a week long program focused on drum technique and musical expression. Students start by getting to know the drum set itself, and they learn how to identify its components, properly assemble, disassemble and set up a kit. The camp curriculum also focuses on stick technique, because whether just beginning or playing for years, stick technique can always be improved upon. Kick pedal technique and basic coordination are included in our studies, too.

While we emphasize by rote learning and feeling rhythmic flow on the drum kit, notation is also a key area of concentration because basic to more advanced rhythmic reading and application is crucial for any drummer, whether they are playing a single surface, pad or snare drum, or splitting rhythms and reading them over an entire drum set with all four limbs.

Finally, Drum Camp also introduces students to a variety of drum styles. To be a versatile musician on the drum set is to learn, listen and investigate many styles of music and the grooves and patterns specific to those styles. Rock, funk, shuffle, swing, reggae, Afro-cuban, blues, second line, drum corps, among many others, all incorporate different musical approaches. Through listening to, learning about, and playing great music, we ourselves can learn from our heroes and keep pushing to create, innovate, and strive to hone our craft as music makers.

Since we group by age and skill level, beginners and more experienced students alike are welcome.

Please note: no camp July 4





  • How much? +

    Workshop tuition for grades 6-8 and 9-12 is $525 per week for full day attendance, 9 am to 4 pm.  Tuition is $425 per week for half day attendance, 9 am to 12:30 pm.  Workshop tuition includes ensemble performance, small group classes and private lessons.

    We offer generous discounts for students who attend three or more weeks.  Third and fourth weeks are $300 each week for full day attendance, and $225 each week for half day attendance.

    Extended day is FREE for enrollees, and provides for drop off by 8:00 am and pick up by 1 pm for half day morning and 6 pm for full day or half day afternoon.  

  • When? +

    • CMC L5P Session 1, June 03-07 
    • CMC L5P Session 2, June 10-14

      Showcase 1: June 14

    • CMC L5P Session 3, June 17-21
    • CMC L5P Session 4, June 24-28

      Showcase 2: June 28 

    • CMC L5P Session 5, July 8-12
    • CMC L5P Session 6, July 15-19
    • CMC L5P Session 7, July 22-26

      Showcase 3: July 26 - listening sessions and performances
  • Where? +

    Various themed CMC Atlanta Workshops are offered at all CMC Atlanta locations.  For current offerings, see calendar below.

  • Who is eligible? +

    Workshops are designed for students rising grades 6-8 and 9-12.  Recent high school graduates are welcome to attend.  We divide students by age and skill, so we welcome absolute beginners and more advanced students alike.

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Contemporary Music Performance Workshop (CMP Workshop) and Studio 5 Production Workshop   Session 1, CMP Workshop all day, CMC L5P: June 03-07  Session 2,CMP Workshop all day, CMC L5P:  June 10-14...




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Contemporary Music Performance Workshop (CMP Workshop) and Studio 5 Production Workshop   Session 1, CMP Workshop all day, CMC L5P: June 03-07  Session 2,CMP Workshop all day, CMC L5P:  June 10-14...




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Contemporary Music Performance Workshop (CMP Workshop) and Studio 5 Production Workshop   Session 1, CMP Workshop all day, CMC L5P: June 03-07  Session 2,CMP Workshop all day, CMC L5P:  June 10-14...




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Contemporary Music Performance Workshop (CMP Workshop) and Studio 5 Production Workshop   Session 1, CMP Workshop all day, CMC L5P: June 03-07  Session 2,CMP Workshop all day, CMC L5P:  June 10-14...




Summer Performance Workshops

July 08, 2024 9:00 am - July 12, 2024 4:00 pm

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Contemporary Music Performance Workshop (CMP Workshop) and Studio 5 Production Workshop   Session 1, CMP Workshop all day, CMC L5P: June 03-07  Session 2,CMP Workshop all day, CMC L5P:  June 10-14...




Summer Performance Workshops

July 15, 2024 9:00 am - July 19, 2024 4:00 pm

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Contemporary Music Performance Workshop (CMP Workshop) and Studio 5 Production Workshop   Session 1, CMP Workshop all day, CMC L5P: June 03-07  Session 2,CMP Workshop all day, CMC L5P:  June 10-14...




Summer Performance Workshops

July 22, 2024 9:00 am - July 26, 2024 4:00 pm

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Contemporary Music Performance Workshop (CMP Workshop) and Studio 5 Production Workshop   Session 1, CMP Workshop all day, CMC L5P: June 03-07  Session 2,CMP Workshop all day, CMC L5P:  June 10-14...




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Strings Now Summer Workshop
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