SLAM's rock, blues, and pop performance program or    "CREW" program groups youth by age and ability for up to 18 others called a "Crew".  "Crewmembers" participate in this twice-weekly program by taking individual lessons and attending weekly 2-hour rehearsals.  Each  Crew has 3 drummers, 3 bassists, 6 guitarists, 3 keyboard players, and 3 singers for a maximum total of 18 students per Crew. 

 

REHEARSAL

Crewmembers are rehearsed by SLAM's Crew Coaching Team who guide the rehearsals in three rehearsal studios in a 'band-by-the-song model.    A 1:6 staffing ratio keeps students engaged from the moment they walk through the door.

SHOWCASES
The Crew Program performs seven shows per year.  Show dates are on our calendar

LIFE LESSONS
In addition to learning how to play in a band, Crewmembers are empowered with the life lessons of self-reliance, time management, generosity, mutuality, and teamwork.​​​​

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INDIVIDUALIZED
Crewmembers learn at their own pace with more experienced musicians 'pull-up' less experienced ones.  No one is held back from achieving.  Each student is challenged to overcome obstacles, gain confidence, and be inspired by students and staff while they perform quarterly showcases as they learn how to be good and reliable bandmates.

REPERTOIRE
When a Crewmember is confident that they can play the song from start to finish and want to learn a new song, they ask to "pass off' on that song with our staff who let the Crewmember(s) know if they 'pass off' on that song correctly enough to earn a next song.
 

LEADERSHIP
Once a Crew reaches 18 members, the crewmembers with the most seniority will be offered a leadership opportunity to seed a new Crew on another day and time.
 

PROGRAM EXPECTATIONS
 

• Must be in lessons with any qualified teacher.
   

• Must learn at least 3 new songs per month. 

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TUITION: $200/month with a $200 deposit for the last month on a month-to-month basis with a 30-day notice of withdrawal. 

Offered on an income-based sliding free-to-fee scale.

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