Music Storytelling: Blues & Sea Shanties w/ Nick Veine of Music Sparks Meaning
Schedule
Tue, 12 Aug, 2025 at 09:00 am
UTC-04:00Location
107 S Harrison St, Ludington, MI, United States, Michigan 49431 | Ludington, MI
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August 12, 13 & 14 for kids 10 - 14 years oldMUSIC APPRECIATION: BLUES & SEA SHANTIES, A CRESCENDO CAMP
w/ Nick Veine of Music Sparks Meaning
This three-day music appreciation camp offers an immersive experience into the world of blues and sea shanties.
Tuesday: Blues Roots
We'll focuses on the rich history of the blues, exploring its geographical, historical, and cultural roots, and highlighting its significance as a folk art form in American music. Campers will listen to influential blues artists from the Mississippi Delta and Chicago, gaining an understanding of the genre's evolution. In the afternoon, students will be introduced to the 12-bar blues structure and begin hands-on exploration of instruments like ukuleles, guitars, and banjos, and start crafting their own blues lyrics and melodies.
Wednesday: Blues and Sea Shanties Development
We'll build upon the foundation laid on day one, with campers continuing to develop their original blues songs, working individually or in small groups, and receiving instruction on basic chord progressions and song structure. The afternoon shifts to sea shanties, exploring their history and purpose, analyzing traditional structures and themes, and initiating the process of writing new lyrics to existing shanty melodies. Students will also engage in hands-on practice with instruments, focusing on rhythms and melodies suited for sea shanties.
Thursday: Performance Day
Today will culminate in a performance! The morning is dedicated to final rehearsals for both blues songs and sea shanties, along with stage preparation and sound checks, and practicing performance etiquette. At 11:30 AM, students will showcase their original blues songs and newly adapted sea shanties for an audience of fellow campers, friends, and family. Throughout the camp, students will have access to a variety of hand percussion instruments, ukuleles, guitars, and banjos, and Nick Veine will provide guidance and support, fostering a fun and creative learning environment.
Music Sparks Meaning operates with a clear mission: to empower individuals and enrich communities by helping them discover meaning and purpose through music. They believe in music's profound personal and collective impact. From introducing beginners to instruments and expanding musical horizons to connecting music with life and learning, Music Sparks Meaning is committed to using music as a catalyst to uplift, empower, and better the lives of those around us.
One of their proud initiatives across Michigan is Crescendo, a youth outreach program. By bringing professional musicians and educators directly to students, they create unique and memorable learning experiences. Crescendo's curated offerings connect curriculum with real-world applications for engaging presentations tailored to various grades and age ranges.
Nick Veine, a singer-songwriter and composer hailing from Manistee, MI, brings a wealth of knowledge and a diverse musical background to Crescendo. Nick earned his Bachelor of Music in Contemporary Writing & Production with a minor in American Roots Music from Berklee College of Music, followed by a Master of Music in Classical Composition from Belmont University. While at Berklee, he honed his teaching skills as a core music tutor, providing one-on-one guidance in areas such as jazz and classical harmony, ear training, counterpoint, and composition. For the past decade, Nick has shared his expertise with students of all ages (8-50), teaching guitar, vocals, music theory, and composition. His comprehensive understanding of music theory and practical performance experience creates a dynamic and supportive learning environment.
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Where is it happening?
107 S Harrison St, Ludington, MI, United States, Michigan 49431Event Location & Nearby Stays:
