Bangor
MAMM is quickly gaining name recognition and offerings within the Greater Bangor region. With a revitalized waterfront and growing commerce, Bangor is a perfect place for MAMM to expand its offerings through bands , camps, and events.
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PAL CENTER
MAMM has partnered with the Bangor Parks and Recreation Department to host MAMM Rocks Bangor! Now offering programs such as lessons, bands, camps, and gigs centrally located on Essex Street.
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HUSSON UNIVERSITY
Check out Bangor’s summer camps and performances in partnership with Husson University. MAMM utilizes Husson’s beautiful 490-seat performing arts center, Gracie Theatre.
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Queen City Cinema Club
Each March MAMM hosts its annual Girls Rock event — a celebration of girls' involvement in music. MAMM is happy to partner with Queen City Cinema Club for Girls Rock Bangor 2024 and beyond!
MAMM’s Bangor Rocks program in the news
Meet your instructor, Jason Stewart
I’ve been drumming pretty much my whole life, and professionally since I was 15. I did all the usual school band stuff, and took lessons all through school, and played in local cover bands. As soon as I graduated, I pretty much dedicated as much of my life as possible to music.
Education: Majored in Performance at University of Maine at Augusta
Bands I’m In: In the past, I have played with Sidecar Radio, 6Gig, Nigel Hall, Conifer, and I have an extensive list of clients that I do drum tracks for out of my home studio.
Coolest Musical Experience: Probably the coolest thing I've done is having the distinct honor of playing in my hometown at the Cross Insurance Arena. I highly recommend playing in front of thousands of people in your hometown. It's as rewarding and exciting as it sounds.
Favorite Band When I was 13: When I was 13, my favorite band was Van Halen, which is slightly unusual because I'm a drummer. But Alex Van Halen is easily one of my top 5 influences.
Favorite MAMM Moment: It sounds kind of strange, but one of my favorite moments was our last practice before the COVID shutdown in March 2020. The kids played that day with the ferocity of a band that had no idea when they'd be able to play in the same room again. It was fierce, beautiful, and sad all at the same time. But I'll definitely never forget that day.
“I love school music programs…I adore them and grew up in it. However, not every kid fits that mold, and what we offer here is no mold. I don’t care if you come in playing trumpet, I don’t care if you come in playing guitar, if you play hammered dulcimer, I’ll find a spot for you. “
-Jason Stewart
Bangor Rock Camp
Ages: 10-18
Session I: 7/15-7/19, $400
Session II: 8/5 - 8/10, $450 [ages 12-18, collab with Bangor Overnight, below]
Hours: 9 am-3 pm, drop-off starts: 8:45 am & pickup ends: 3:15 pm
At this ONE WEEK CAMP, students will be grouped into ensembles and learn how to play songs in their favorite genres, whether covers or originals. MAMM instructors lead bands through the process of selecting, rehearsing, and performing songs, while offering inside tips on self-promotion, booking, gigging, the history of rock, and music theory. When not rehearsing, campers engage in music games & activities. Campers will participate in a final performance the last day of camp.
Click above to see the final show of the Bangor Rock Camp in the Gracie Theater at Husson University.
Bangor Overnight Rock Camp
Ages: 12-18
Overnight Tuition: $1,025
Daycamp Tuition (for day students only): $450 [M-F, 9 am - 3:30 pm]
Session I: 8/4 - 8/10
Hours: Overnight: Sunday afternoon - Saturday morning
At this ONE-WEEK OVERNIGHT CAMP, students have the opportunity to learn and perform songs in their favorite genres and collaborate with campers at the adjacent Maine Media Camp! Overnight students arrive Sunday afternoon and depart Saturday after their midday performance. They will stay in the Husson University dorm rooms and dine in the Dining Center. During the camp day (9 am-3:30 pm), MAMM instructors lead bands through the process of selecting, rehearsing, and performing songs, while offering inside tips on self-promotion, booking, gigging, the history of rock, and music theory. In the afternoons & evenings, campers will have after-hours activities planned, as well as downtime to get to know campers from across the state and beyond. Join us for this amazing collaboration!
(daycamp option for this week, M-F 9 am - 3:30 pm with performance on Saturday)
Girls Rock!
WHEN
Friday, March 1, 2024
WHERE
Queen City Cinema Club
Each March MAMM hosts its annual Girls Rock event — a celebration of girls' involvement in music. MAMM's Girls Rock provides students from the Bangor area and beyond the opportunity to perform safely for their friends, family, and community.
Check out our Bangor bands in action at Girls Rock in Portland: