Armagh Rocks!
After 6 weeks of hard work (and play!) by the participants of the Armagh Beginner 2 Band project they made it to the studio to record their tracks. Listen to the tracks on Soundcloud. The participants also gave a little insight into the how they got involved in the project and how they benefitted from it. See what they thought on their video diary.
B2B Dungannon turns up to 11!
Participants of the Beginner 2 Band project Dungannon along with the help of tutors David Millar and Warren Attwell have cut their tracks in the AmmA recording studio. Listen to their tracks online. Some of the band members took time out from the busy recording day to record a video diary to share their thoughts on the project and their time at the AmmA centre, watch it here. A big thanks to all the young people involved in the project. Keep on eye on the site for some exciting news soon!!!
BBC Introducing Masterclasses 2012
Some of the of the biggest names in the Music Industry were available on the 19th January 2012 to share advice and their experiences with an audience of young people taking their first steps in the Music business. The Masterclasses covered a range or topics from, songwriting, recording, promotion, DJ Techniques and much more.
Work Experience 2012
As in previous years, we are offering Work Experience for your students during the week commencing Monday 2nd April 2012 : 9.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. daily
This Work Experience consists of a ‘task’ that will be set for each of the groups involved. The task will reflect the work skills that are expected in the music and multi media workplace. The work will be set, monitored and assessed by AmmA staff. The task will be industry standard work and will necessitate teamwork and working to tight deadlines.
CodeAcademy
This website provides an easy and fun solution to those wanting to learn how to code. Via an interactive interface, users can simply start participating in free simple online lessons on Codecademy — without any need to sign up or log in.
iPad technology in Art (David Hockney)
The presence of tablet technology within the art world has never been more felt than at present. A recent BBC Countryfile episode focussed on the work of renowned artist David Hockney as he prepares for his latest exhibition in the Royal Academy. It is not only the vivid colours that will surprise many visitors to the exhibition, titled ‘A bigger picture’, but it will be the underlying technology behind the works.
Beginner 2 Band needs you!
Beginner 2 Band is a successful workshop programme providing music making opportunities for young people aged 13 – 19 in the Armagh / Newry area. And we need new recruits!
Are you a budding musician and have always wanted to record your own material?
No matter what your musical style or influence, anything from the Led Zeppelin to Little Mix!
The AmmA Centre Lights Up For Christmas!
Armagh held a Christmas Day ‘Georgian day’ where the AmmA Centre was chosen to be part of a spectacular laser show that was projected onto the front building of the AmmA Centre. The crowd turned up in their thousands to watch the magnificent show and be part of the special Christmas Day that Armagh held for the population of the city!
What is Copyright?
Copyright Law gives the owner, the right to decide how other people make use of their creative work or intellectual property. It also protects the owners exclusive right to earn money from their work.
Copyright Infringement
Copyright Infringement is the unauthorised use of copyright material through performance, display, reproduction or as part of a ʻderivative workʼ.
Piracy
Piracy is the unauthorised download/upload, reproduction or distribution of electronic or audio visual material.
Comic Life license available from AmmA Centre
Comic Life
Comic Life lets you create astounding comics, beautiful picture albums, how-tos… and more!
The easy-to-use interface integrates seamlessly with your photo collection or iSight. Drag in your pictures, captions, Lettering text (‘ka-blam!’) and speech balloons and your work is done!
