First Gig Rock 'n' Roll Camp, ages 10-17


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Play in a band! Jam with the pros! Be a rock star! Led by musicians who have years of studio and live performance experience, you will find this camp stands out from any other summer program. Immerse yourself in the life of a rock star as you rehearse with your band and work with a professional band leader to develop your band’s live show. Make friends, fuel your passion for music, and have fun! Camp includes lunch, lunch talks with guest speakers, and conversations with local and regional artists in the field of music.

Camp will conclude with a live performance on Saturday, June 13, at a local venue. Details will be provided during camp.

Class Details

45 Session(s)
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Location : Multiple Location : 
  Parkland College Main Campus – C-Wing
  Parkland College Main Campus – X-Wing.

Instructor : Multiple

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Notice

Please read:  Lunch is provided. Camp ends at 1 pm on Friday, June 12. Register early if you are a drummer. There are limited spaces for drummers. What to bring: Guitarists bring an electric guitar, guitar strap, small amp, extra strings, guitar picks, and a cable. Bass players bring an electric guitar, guitar strap, small amp, extra strings, guitar picks, and a cable. Drummers bring your kit on the first day (it will remain secure for the duration of camp), drumsticks, and a practice pad. Keyboardists bring a keyboard and stand. To inquire about financial assistance, contact Peter Blackmon at peter@portalbooking.com.

Tuition: 

$399.00


Schedule Information

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s)
6/8/2026 - 6/12/2026 Weekly - Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Champaign, Parkland College Main Campus – C-Wing  Map, Room: C148 Peter Blackmon  ; Tom Grassman  ; Michael “Guido” Esteves 
6/8/2026 - 6/12/2026 Weekly - Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Champaign, Parkland College Main Campus – C-Wing  Map, Room: C141 Peter Blackmon  ; Tom Grassman  ; Michael “Guido” Esteves 
6/8/2026 - 6/12/2026 Weekly - Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Champaign, Parkland College Main Campus – C-Wing  Map, Room: C142 Peter Blackmon  ; Tom Grassman  ; Michael “Guido” Esteves 
6/8/2026 - 6/12/2026 Weekly - Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Champaign, Parkland College Main Campus – C-Wing  Map, Room: C118 Peter Blackmon  ; Tom Grassman  ; Michael “Guido” Esteves 
6/8/2026 - 6/12/2026 Weekly - Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Champaign, Parkland College Main Campus – C-Wing  Map, Room: C154 Peter Blackmon  ; Tom Grassman  ; Michael “Guido” Esteves 
6/8/2026 - 6/12/2026 Weekly - Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Champaign, Parkland College Main Campus – C-Wing  Map, Room: C229 Peter Blackmon  ; Tom Grassman  ; Michael “Guido” Esteves 
6/8/2026 - 6/12/2026 Weekly - Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Champaign, Parkland College Main Campus – C-Wing  Map, Room: C218 Peter Blackmon  ; Tom Grassman  ; Michael “Guido” Esteves 
6/8/2026 - 6/12/2026 Weekly - Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Champaign, Parkland College Main Campus – X-Wing  Map, Room: X148 Peter Blackmon  ; Tom Grassman  ; Michael “Guido” Esteves 
6/8/2026 - 6/12/2026 Weekly - Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Champaign, Parkland College Main Campus – C-Wing  Map, Room: C181-Black Box Peter Blackmon  ; Tom Grassman  ; Michael “Guido” Esteves