Eye of Hip Hop Culture
By Joseph Zimmerer
Hey gang, it has been a minute since I have submitted a piece to our beloved Modesto View Magazine, but do not be deceived, there has been plenty of exciting things happening in my hometown. I have two very important announcements to make that will help bring more people into this scene.
First,
I have been very quiet about a project I have been working on, but it’s time to let the cat out of the bag. I was awarded a grant from Stanislaus Arts Council to teach our first ever, Crush Congregation Koala Camp, and with help from Modesto Artists Movement I plan to make this a staple program for years to come.
Koala is an application that will allow you to create music using nothing more than a smart phone. I will be teaching how to import sound, sculpt the audio, place the sounds into patterns, use effects in Koala, and merge patterns to create songs, using iPhones or iPads. Koala Camp will last 4 weeks, 1 day a week, on Thursdays in October, and will take place at Lofi Diner from 5pm-8pm on Thursdays, October 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th
Who can sign up for classes?
Anyone that is 10 years of age or older, and has access to an iPhone or iPad.
We are only accepting 20 students for now, but we hope to plan more Koala Camps in the near future. Please keep in mind, we are looking for people that will commit to all 4 classes. You will also be allowed to bring a friend or parent.
How much does it cost to sign up?
There is no charge for Koala Camp. We will also be providing Koala Sampler Application for your device free of charge.
How do I sign up for Koala Camp?
2 ways to sign up:
1. Sign up form on the Modesto Artists Movement Website
2. Use your phone and scan the QR code posted here.
Mark your calendar! We have our official 16 beat makers that will be competing in the “It’s The New” Crush Congregation Beat Battle, presented by Modesto Artists Movement on November 16 at the State Theate.
1. MayFlwr95
2. Ray V.
3. TOON WRLD
4. Bennett Vickery
5. Dripwork
6. TESEBEATZ IOB
7. Putrid Beats
8. Clouded Kings
9. Zima Forge
10. K.O.
11. Tpillz
12. Ddropsbeats
13. Science
14. Doomdawiz
15. Salacious Wizard Cult
16. Doni Blu
