The Sanctuary Music and Production Program Brochure

THE S A N CT UA RY MUSIC AND PRODUCTION PROGRAM

Set within the state-of-the-art recording studio, The Sanctuary at Albany, is a haven where musicians are inspired to do their best work. A place where creativity can flow. It is a place where those aspiring to pursue their passion for music can learn from some of the world’s best through a variety of private classes, catering to the student and their current level and ability.

2

CLAS S E S

ELECTRIC BASS & DRUMS Further develop your musicianship with lessons available for students of all ages and abilities from beginners to advanced.

AUDIO PRODUCTION Learn to record, mix and produce your own audio using Albany Academy’s state-of-the-art equipment located at The Sanctuary.

MUSIC PRODUCTION Learn how to make professional quality music using The Sanctuary’s industry-standard software and hardware.

DOUBLE BASS Whether your interest lies in classical, jazz or pop music, our instructors offer lessons covering all genres.

3

G U I TA R Instructors offer lessons on acoustic, classical and electric guitar.

CLARINET & SAXOPHONE From beginners to advanced, learn the fundamentals of playing woodwind instruments, including proper breathing techniques and tone.

FLUTE Learn how to read music, proper breathing techniques, the standard repertoire and the necessary skills to perform live.

4

PIANO LESSONS Learn to play your favorite music on the piano whilst developing proper technique and performance skills.

SONGWRITING / COMPOSITION Through composition exercises, learn the elements of songwriting: lyrics, rhythm, melody, harmony, and song structure.

STRINGS

( C E L LO / V I O L A / V I O L I N ) Learn the basics of bowing and fingering to get a beautiful tone out of your string instrument.

TRUMPET Learn how to read music, how to form proper

VOICE COACHING

embouchure, accurate breathing techniques and

Learn how proper breathing techniques aid

the necessary skills to perform.

in improving stage presence as well as how to project and increase your range.

5

INSTRUCTO R S RICHARD ‘RICH’ E VAT T Rich Evatt is The Sanctuary’s Technical Manager and Audio Engineer with over fifteen years of experience in the music industry and education sector. He is a former Music Technology Skills Instructor / Demonstrator for Coventry University and The University of Westminster. With an honors degree in Music Composition and Professional Practice, Rich is a certified instructor for Pro-Tools 11 and a highly experienced technical

DANIEL HOLDER Windsor School music teacher Daniel Holder has a passion for musical education. He believes developing musicianship at an early age is vital for enriching

installation engineer.

ROMEL SHEARER Native Bahamian Romel Shearer received a full tuition grant in music to study under the internationally acclaimed cellist Dr. Jesus CastroBalbi at Texas Christian University. In addition to teaching violin, viola, and cello privately in the Bahamas, Shearer has performed as a guest soloist and orchestral cellist with many music ensembles including the San Angelo Symphony, Irving Symphony Orchestra and Bahamas National Youth Orchestra. He enjoys performing, recording and collaborating with other performing artists across all musical genres, from classical tradition to contemporary.

the heart and soul through creative experiences. In addition to his four years teaching music in England, he has qualifications in music and music technology and has performed in a number of jazz ensembles with a specialism in woodwind.

6

FERNANDO ‘NANO’ MIRAMONTES A guitarist, producer and audio engineer, Nano studied classical guitar and music theory at The University Of Tampa. Later, Nano went on to obtain a BA (HONS) in Music Production and Sound Engineering Degree from the worldfamous Point Blank Music School in London.

ASHLEY KNOWLES Ashley Knowles holds a Masters of Arts Degree

KEVIN DEAN

in Educational Leadership, with an emphasis on higher education, a Bachelors of Fine Arts

Highly experienced in sound engineering and

in Music, Voice and Piano Performance from

producing and one of The Bahamas best-

Bethune-Cookman University and an Associate’s

known musicians, Kevin Dean brings 30 years of

Degree in Music from the University of The

studying and working in the music industry to

Bahamas. Ashley has 15 years of professional

The Sanctuary at Albany. Majoring in music and

music experience ranging from playing the piano

percussion from The College of The Bahamas and

and keyboard, singing, conducting, composing,

Humber College in Toronto, Kevin offers a wide

arranging to vocal and piano coaching and music

range of instruction in all styles of music.

technology and production.

ADRIAN D ’A G U I L A R A graduate of The Musicians Institute in California, Adrian D’Aguilar has been working as a professional bassist for over 20 years, performing across the U.S. and the Caribbean. Returning to Nassau in 2006, Adrian has become a notable figure in The Bahamas music scene as both a performer and recording studio owner. Adrian founded The Jazz Cats, a youth jazz band offering an opportunity for talented local Bahamian musicians to develop and showcase their musical abilities.

7

CLAS S S C HE D U L E Instrument Needed

Instrument for Hire

Number of Sessions

Cost of Course

A. D’Aguilar

YES

NO

5

$500

Electric Bass

A. D’Aguilar

NO

YES

5

$500

Music Production

F. Miramontes

NO

NO

5

$500

Piano

D. Holder

NO

YES

5

$500

Piano

A. Knowles

NO

YES

5

$500

Saxophone

T. Russell

YES

YES

5

$500

Guitar

F. Miramontes

NO

YES

5

$500

Audio Production

F. Miramontes

NO

NO

5

$500

Strings (Cello/Viola/Violin)

R. Shearer

NO

YES

5

$500

Flute and Clarinet

D. Holder

YES

NO

5

$500

Saxophone

S. Frank

YES

NO

5

$500

Vocal Coaching

A. Knowles

NO

NO

5

$500

Song Writing/Composition

D. Holder

NO

NO

5

$500

Audio Production

F. Miramontes

NO

NO

5

$500

Audio Production

D. Holder

NO

NO

5

$500

Drums

K. Dean

NO

YES

5

$500

Drums

N. Symonette

NO

YES

5

$500

Classes Offered

Instructors

Double Bass

8

REGI ST RAT I O N For more information on private music and music production classes available at The Sanctuary at Albany, please contact Rich Evatt.

R I C H E VAT T e: rich@sanctuarystudios.com p: (242) 698-9667