NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: March 2, 2011

Contact: Maria Costello, 716-754-9000 x132, [email protected]

Artpark 2011 Summer Camps- Ready to Rock

Highly successful Rock Camp returns

(Lewiston, NY) The highly successful Rock Camp (July 25-30, $250) returns to bring out the inner rock star in young guitarists, bassists, and keyboardists. No drummer applications can be considered for this year’s camp. Former Executive Director for the Music School of Niagara, Randy Andropolis will take the lead once again as Rock Camp Director, urging campers to develop their musicianship skills.

The camp will focus on many different elements including rhythm, lead, slide, acoustic, bass, and keyboard styles. Campers will participate in individual ensembles, small groups, a combined band, and even a rock orchestra! Enrollment requires a minimum of two years experience on instrument(s).Campers will rock out with a final performance on July 30 at 2pm as an exciting part of Free Family Saturdays and the Niagara Wine Trail Wine and Culinary Festival!

Rock Camp is suitable for ages 12-18 and takes place Monday through Friday from 9am to 4pm. Enrollment is limited as one-on-one instruction is emphasized. Full payment is due upon registration. Lewiston residents receive 10% off camp fees!

Artpark also offers a Theater Camp themed with Artpark’s upcoming production of “Fame-The Musical,” three weeks of Art Camp, and introduces a new Advanced Art Camp for high school students. Call today for an informational brochure and registration form: Artpark Box Office at (716) 754-4375 or go online to www.artpark.net.

The Earl W. Brydges Artpark is being operated by Artpark & Company, Inc. for the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historical Preservation under a License agreement

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