Sat Jun 7 - Sun Sep 7 Youth Speaks presents Grind for the Green Email Grind for the Green Website

Description Grind for the Green (G4G) is an annual summer eco-music festival produced by and for youth in the San Francisco Bay Area. More than just a showcase for local talent, G4G provides a framework and applied learning environment where youth from the hip-hop generation build business acumen and technical skills necessary for professional advancement. Hundreds of participants will have the opportunity to take part in all events, which include artist development workshops, jobs, internships and educational opportunities rooted in an environmental justice framework. JUNE 7, 2008 9am-5pm MUSIC BUSINESS CONFERENCE SF State Music Industry Recording Program G4G launches with a daylong music conference held at San Francisco State’s Music Recording Industry campus. The event will feature panel discussions, resource fair, skill-sharpening workshops, and networking opportunities facilitated by industry leaders and professionals. Participants will receive success tips from industry insiders, an overview of music industry market trends and leave feeling more empowered as an independent artist. This high-profile event will also feature a MC battle, VIP meet and greet, live art installation giveaways and vending opportunities. JUNE 12, 2008 9am-5pm PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP SF State Music Industry Recording Program During the performance workshop participants are developed and trained by professional artists through sequenced interactive training's designed to prepare them to deliver a dynamic stage performance. This event will feature a wide range of workshops for the beginner as well as master classes for advanced artists. Topics covered include: vocal projection, stage presence and improvisation. The day will culminate in live performances by pre-selected youth who will receive constructive critique by a panel of seasoned veterans from the local hip-hop scene. AUGUST 9, 2008 7pm-10pm BEAT BATTLE Yerba Buena Center for the Arts Phase 3 of G4G takes place on August 9th where aspiring producers will test their skills in a friendly beat battle. Eight pre-screened contestants will attempt to advance through four rounds of competition that will be judged by the audience. A live beat making workshop and producers panel will round out this event. SEPTEMBER 7, 2008 12pm-4pm SOLAR POWERED MUSIC CONCERT Yerba Buena Gardens Featured in the highly acclaimed Yerba Buena Gardens Festival, G4G culminates in the 1st bay area solar powered hip-hop music concert. The event will be headlined by a national artist and will feature performances by local artists. Select slots will also be reserved for pre-screened G4G participants providing them with the opportunity to perform before a large audience and apply techniques learned in prior events.

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