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Media Arts
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PUMPKIN PACKAGE CLASSES

Blogging & Web Design with Shawn Hill
Thursdays, 6:30 to 7:30pm
Oct. 15 through Nov. 12

Learn how to design, publish and maintain a personal or professional blog and website.

Digital Video Animation with Shawn Hill
Thursdays, 7:30 to 8:30pm
Oct. 15 though Nov. 12
Create web-ready animation shorts with Anime Studio.


Intro to Sound Recording
Instructor: John Bergeron
WEDNESDAYS, 6 to 9pm
10 weeks starting September 16
$400 | Enrollment limited to 6

Begin your journey to making polished, professional sound recordings by learning on our state-of-the-art equipment. John Bergeron will introduce the fundamentals of audio theory, demonstrate common interface problems and explain the characteristics of a variety of commonly used microphones and preamps in addition to teaching the basics of Pro Tools, "industry standard" software for quality audio. Already have a home studio? By the end of this hands-on lecture/lab you'll be making the most of it!

Music Production
Instructor: John Bergeron
MONDAYS, 6 to 9pm
10 weeks starting September 14
$400 | Enrollment limited to 6

John Bergeron will lead you through an exploration of the aesthetic choices in music production; tonality, rhythm, balance, dynamics, arrangement, preparation and realization of a successful music track and mix. Other topics that will be introduced include sequencing and MIDI Production and multitrack recording techniques. Participants will have the opportunity to work with a musician in Green Street's state-of-the-art recording studio. Students who have not taken Sound Recording I may be admitted with instructor's approval.

Blogging & Web Design
Instructor: Shawn Hill
WEDNESDAYS, 6:30 to 8:30pm
5 weeks starting September 23 | $125

Learn how to design, publish and maintain a personal or professional blog and website. We will explore a number of free and low-cost options that you have for getting your ideas, images and video out on the web. You can use our PCs or bring your own (Mac or PC) laptop to class to get started. Students will be guided in purchasing both a domain name (www.yourname.com) and a hosting plan for your website, blog and more. Domain registration, hosting fees and ongoing maintenance will be the responsibility of the student.

Digital Video Animation
Instructor: Shawn Hill
THURSDAYS, 7 to 8pm
10 weeks starting September 18 | $125

Create web-ready animation shorts by using our Mac lab and the program Anime Studio. Each student will be guided in a step-by-step way on how to create short animated videos that tell a story, illustrate a point, or simply generate a smile. No previous animation experience required. We will publish our work on YouTube and burn copies on CD/DVDs to take home.

Learning to Record Your Own Music with Pro Tools
Instructor: John Bergeron
Sessions scheduled by student and instructor | Age 16+*
Tuition: $60 per one-hour session ($55 for members, seniors & students)

 

Have you ever wanted to know how to make high quality audio recordings for your band, voiceovers, children's music performances or podcasts? Green Street offers a variety of educational opportunities in our sound recording studio that can be tailored to suit your needs. Join a group class, or try a one-time workshop on your own or with a friend. For more information about group sessions and rates, call Registrar Claudia Foerstel at (860) 685-7797.

Green Street Arts Center   51 Green Street   Middletown, CT   06457  |  (860) 685-7871