Kids Grow Through Music & Video
The JLR Foundation is raising funds to support our music and video technology programs in the Minneapolis and St. Paul metropolitan areas.
Ideawerks is a JLR Foundation program whose goal is to inspire, educate and mentor the next generation of creative and informed citizens. Ideawerks teaches kids music and video production, using the most current technology.
The Ideawerks program has given over 800 kids grade 6-12 the opportunity to learn music mixing techniques using the latest technology in music and multimedia production.
IDEAWERKS PROGRAM
The Ideawerks program gives kids 10 - 18 the opportunity to learn music mixing techniques using the latest technology in music and multimedia production. All of our course curriculums are project based. Over the course of the 11 week quarter and/or the 6 week music camp, students will learn and participate in the following technology curriculums:
BASIC COURSE OUTCOMES OF PROJECT-BASED LEARNING
• Learn recording techniques and multimedia production.
• Record audio and video information on a digital media workstation.
• Study music basics and computer software to create music tracks.
• Produce and record individual multimedia projects.
• Discover career opportunities in the multimedia arts industry.
• Improve personal confidence and communication skills.
IDEAWERKS PROGRAMS SUPPORTED BY THE JLR FOUNDATION:
• Powderhorn Park Ideawerks Programs
• Hennepin County Libraries - Ideawerks MV Studios
• Bloomington School District Music Camp
• Minneapolis Parks Youthline Camps
• University of Minnesota 4H Music Camp
• Hip-Hop, Music and Arts History Camp
• Minnesota History Center Powderhorn Park Podcast Productions
• River Bend Education Center Music and Video Program
Starting in Fall 2016, the funds raised by the JLR Foundation will also support our new music and video technology programs inside the River Bend Education Center in Minneapolis. River Bend Education Center serves students who have significant emotional, behavior and mental health needs that adversely affect their academic and social progress. Ideawerks pilot programs over the past 2 years have shown there is a need for an ongoing program for River Bend students to explore their creative talents and build their self esteem.
YOUR DONATIONS WILL PROVIDE FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR THE FOLLOWING:
IDEAWERKS MULTIMEDIA MAC BASED WORKSTATION
• Student workstations and instructor workstations
• iMac and Keyboard Controllers
• M-Audio Fast Track Pro USB Audio / Midi Interface
• Stereo Headphones
IDEAWERKS CLASSROOM EQUIPMENT
• Line Mixers (For Monitoring Class Workstations)
• Yamaha MSP3 1 Pair Studio Monitors
• Microphones - Misc cables and connectors
SOFTWARE
• ProTools, Logic License
VOCAL RECORDING BOOTH
• ClearSonic Isopac J vocal/instrument isolation booth
CURRICULUM CUSTOMIZATION
• Customized Ideawerks curriculum
IDEAWERKS PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
• Student educational manager (management of student instructors)
• Recruiting, hiring and training of student instructors
• Management and evaluation of the program and its educational outcomes
JLR FOUNDATION | IDEAWERKS PROGRAM SUSTAINABILITY
The JLR Foundation has developed 5 key types of partnerships to support the program’s long-term sustainability. These community partnerships include:
• Higher education - internship through credit program
• Parks and recreation departments
• Public libraries
• Local area schools
• Corporate and private donors
The JLR Foundation is a nonprofit with tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The JLR Foundation provides financial support and sustainability for all of the Ideawerks programs.
Thank you for supporting the JLR Foundation and for making a difference in the lives of kids!
For more information please visit:
www.jlr-foundation.org
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