Genre: Music/DIYAge Level: 8-18
Rating: 5
Get ready to rock with the book inspired by the Rock 'n' Roll Camp for Girls. This how-to guide takes you through everything you need know, from picking out the right guitar, to playing your first show.
Rock 'N' Roll Camp for Girls was started by women who believed in creating a program to empower young girls by enhancing their self-esteem and developing life skills through music. This instructional how-to guide covers everything you need to know to get your band started, or simply work on creating your own sound in the privacy of your bedroom. Kaia Wilson takes you through the basics of songwriting including finding inspiration and arranging a song, while Beth Ditto gives advice on how to use your voice and create the sound you're looking for. Learn how to pick out a guitar and amp that's right for you, and get started on learning those chords. If you're into drums, learn some basic beats and how to set up your kit. There is also coverage on keyboards, and making samples and beats. Of course, now you've got all the pieces, so you need to know how to put them together-- setting it up, breaking it down, recording music, booking shows, creating a press kit, and finding support in your community-- it's all here.
The book isn't as much about learning to play music as it is about finding your confidence and getting your start, which is often the hardest part.
About the author: Carrie Brownstein is best known as the guitarist/vocalist behind the now defunct band Sleater-Kinney. Her writing has appeared in The Believer, and she currently writes the blog, Monitor Mix Music, for NPR.
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Girls Rock! (DVD)
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