STEVIE
WONDER
ADULT BAND
CAMP
FEB – APRIL 2026
Stevie Wonder is an American musician and a
former child prodigy who became one of the most creative musical
figures of the 20th century with hits like “My Cherie Amour,” “You
Are the Sunshine of My Life” and
“Superstition.”
10-week ROCK Band Camp
Meets Tuesday nights
7:00-9:30pm
Feb 17 thru April 21 2026
Performance date TK
This camp will be led
by Bryan Ponton
Songwriting | Feb-April 2026 | Daytime Class
Hello Songwriters and Aspiring Songwriters,
It doesn't matter where or what time zone you're in: This is an online class.
Whether you write songs
regularly, or you're just getting started, you will be challenged
in some inspiring ways to write a new song every week in this, one
of Beacon Music Factory's most popular
classes.
9 consecutive Thursday
Mornings
Feb 19 - April 16 2026
10:00am–Noon(ish)
HOW IT
WORKS
Every
week, we’ll meet for an hour (or two) and I’ll treat you to song
examples to consider, song strctures to puzzle over, a few new ways
of looking at songs you already know and lovel and then, most
importantly, you will be given a multi-layered songwriting PROMPT
(assignment).
The weekly PROMPT is chock full of rules to inspire you, parameters that will help focus your thinking and still more layers for you to consider. Past students tell us over and over how much they learn and how inspired they become by these assignments. It is exhilirating and satisfying when you are eager to dig in and begin writing rather than feeling daunted by a blank page. That's what this class is all about. Throughout the course I’ll provide extra pointers, some harmonic, some lyrical, some conceptual, to keep you going.
I am pretty sure you will amaze yourself with what you are able to conjure on a weekly basis. Your songs will be shared in class each week, and we’ll have substantial discussions about each student’s song; and then, of course, … you will receive your next song assignment!
Acclaimed songwriter and founder of Beacon Music Factory, Stephen Clair has been teaching songwriting classes like this to adults and kids for years—both in the classroom and online.
We will meet over Zoom. I will send full details when we get closer to the start date.
I am really looking forward to seeing you write a bunch of new songs, as you find your way writing sometimes far outside your usual stylistic habits.
If you have any questions, please get in touch,
Stephen Clair play@beaconmusicfactory.com
ALICE
COOPER
5-WEEK ADULT SUMMER CAMP
The Godfather of Shock Rock, Alice Cooper is known for his raspy voice and theatrical shock rock shows that feature props and illusions like electric chairs and guillotines. You know the songs.
This camp meets for 5
MONDAYS
7-9:30pm
6/29 thru 7/27
Performance at BMF out back, alongside all the other 5-week
bands.
Led by Daria
Grace
DEF
LEPPARD
5-WEEK
ADULT SUMMER CAMP
These hard-rocking pyros from Sheffield, started out in 1977, if you can believe it.
This camp meets for 5
TUESDAYS
7-9:30pm
6/30 thru 7/28
Performance at BMF out back, alongside all the other 5-week
bands.
Led by Mike
Rasimas
Beacon’s Little Rockers Day Camp
[WEEK
ONE]
Ages 7-10
Three separate weeks to
choose from! Or join all three.
Beacon Music Factory’s Little Rockers, a summer day camp where every day is filled with jam sessions, adventures, discoveries and fun. Campers aged 7 to 10 will be guided on the way of the stage in the world of rock ‘n’ roll. They will strum guitars, bang drums, tickle the ivories and sing their hearts out learning to groove together as a band—and even write a song!
It’s not all about the tunes. Campers will unwind and play in the wee woods (adjacent to bmf) and create flyers for their rock show as well as other fun camp activities. And when Friday comes, it’s showtime! Campers take the stage, rocking out to cheers and applause from adoring friends, family and fans.
Join us at
BMF’s little rockers day camp, where every day is filled with
musical adventures.
Week One
July 20-24, M-F, 8:30am - 2:30pm, with a break for lunch
Week Two
July 27-31, M-F, 8:30am - 2:30pm, with a break for
lunch
Week
Two
Aug 3-7, M-F, 8:30am - 2:30pm, with a break for
lunch
Tuition: $450
Instructor Dave Previ is a seasoned
music educator and working drummer, with over two decades of
experience, starting his journey in 1999. His passion for music
education blossomed during his college years, where he honed his
skills teaching drum line at WVU. Since then, Dave has dedicated
himself to empowering students of all ages through private lessons,
band camps, and band classes. From The Contemporary Music Center in
VA to the Brooklyn Music Factory and in his own private practice
now at Beacon Drum Studio (both in person and virtual) , Dave has
left an indelible mark, equipping his students with the necessary
tools to create music independently.