Calling all music lovers! At Palomar by Crossway

Join us at The Palomar this summer, where we host an epic Music Summit for you to learn music.
Enjoy a day of pure musical fun where you’ll learn new skills, jam with other passionate musicians, and grow musically in a fun and supportive environment!

Swarnabhoomi Academy of Music, Asia’s premier music college was established in 2010. Situated in the lush green flat-lands of the Indian east coast in Tamil Nadu, the college is the ultimate destination for anyone who wants to forge a serious career in music.

What makes SAM a unique place for music education is the fact that it combines the Indian Gurukula system with western music pedagogy, inviting world class artists from all over the globe as teaching faculty. This means that students live on campus along with their teachers, to make music education more comprehensive and accessible.

Since its inception, SAM has been nurturing some of the best talent this country has to offer, because of its adherence to world-class music standards. Notable names that have walked through the halls of SAM are Victor Wooten, Jordan Rudess, Benny Greb, L. Shankar, Loy Mendonsa, Chris Adler, Ghatam Kartick, Shujaat Khan, BC Manjunathan and Mohini Dey among many others.

Not just the teachers, but some of the alumni of SAM – names like Takar Nabam, Manukrishnan, Sahib Singh, Vishnu Reddy, Vatsal Bakhda and Bawari Basanthi – have gone on to establish themselves as prominent members of the Indian music scene.

SAM Camps

Every year, SAM opens up its doors to the outside world for people to experience what campus life is like. The SAM camps – conducted over three days – happen midway through the semesters, wherein signees attend workshops and classes, and live on campus.

Day 01 of the Summer ‘24 camp will happen on June 29th at The Palomar by Crossway.

10:00 am | Registration and Orientation

10:30 am | Gospel Chops (Voice) by Graciela Chin A Loi (Sweden)

10:30 am | MOOG and Arturia Showcase by Jakob Zimmermann (Austria)

12:00 pm | Piano Masterclass by Jakob Zimmermann (Austria)

1:15 pm | Lunch

2:00 pm | Konnakol in Modern Music by Manukrishnan (India)

3:00 pm | Jazz Guitar Workshop by Lucas Baret (France)

3.00 pm | World Music on Bass by Alex Lofoco (Italy)

4:45 pm | Workshop by The Indian Performing Right’s Society

6:00 pm | SAM ALL STARS live performance

7:15 pm | Many Things live performance

Day 02 & Day 03 will happen back at SAM Campus:

10:00 am | Live Performance Workshop – Music of Herbie Hancock

11:00 am | Studio Tour & Recording Walkthrough – Srikanth Kekuda

1:00 pm | Lunch

2:00 pm | Instrument Masterclasses

4:15 pm | Tea Break

6:00 pm | Summer ‘24 Mid-Sem Recital

Day 03 – 1st July at SAM Campus:

10:00 am | Carnatic Performance by Dr. Sreyas Narayanun & U. Mali

11:00 am | Carnatic (Voice) Training by Dr. Sreyas Narayanun

12:00 pm | The Art of Konnakol by U. Mali

1:00 pm | Lunch

2:00 pm | Hindustani (Voice) Training by Kriteka Iyer

Faculty for Summer ‘24

For Summer ‘24, SAM brought the faculty down from various parts of the world, including India. Let’s take a look at the faculty for this semester:

Graciela Chin A Loi – Voice Faculty

Graciela Chin A Loi, a Stockholm native of Surinamese descent, inherits her musical prowess from her father, Don Pancho Chin A Loi, a prominent figure in Scandinavian Cuban salsa and Caribbean music. Starting as a lead vocalist in her father’s salsa band, she explores neo-soul, jazz, gospel, and Latin-American genres. Trained at top Stockholm music institutions, Graciela excels in vocals, composition, and teaching. Collaborating globally, she writes Kpop hits, headlines jazz venues, and earns grants from organizations like the Swedish Arts Grants Committee and STIM. Currently signed with Ropeadope Records, Graciela continues to innovate, guided by her belief that “If you take care of your music, it will take care of you.”

Lucas Baret – Guitar Faculty

Lucas Baret, originally from Réunion Island, blends jazz and world music influences, refined at the Centre des Musiques Didier Lockwood under notable mentors. With performances across Europe and Asia, he collaborates with renowned artists like Jazzmeia Horn and Stéphane Guillaume. As a committed music educator, he provides personalized instruction both in-person and online, drawing from his diverse background. Deeply connected to his Réunionese heritage, Lucas shares his cultural richness through music, shaping the contemporary music scene while staying true to his roots.

Manukrishnan – Drum Faculty

Manukrishnan, born in Kochi, Kerala, is a highly acclaimed drummer rooted in traditional Carnatic music. Beginning his journey with Carnatic vocals and later mastering the Mridangam, he transitioned to drums at fifteen, quickly gaining recognition for his unique style. Graduating with a Diploma in Music Performance from Swarnabhoomi Academy of Music in 2015, he has been a prominent figure in the Indian music scene since 2006, collaborating with renowned artists and contributing to various bands. His precision, versatility, and unwavering dedication have earned him international acclaim, making him an integral part of bands like Jatayu, Many Things, Chaos, and Escher’s Knot, and collaborations with artists such as Masala Coffee, The F16s, and The Casteless Collective.

Jakob Zimmermann – Piano Faculty

Jakob Zimmermann, born in 2000 in Bludenz, Austria, is a versatile musician studying at Jazzcampus Basel, Switzerland. His debut album, “Resistance,” released in 2021 with the Jakob Zimmermann Trio, earned acclaim, alongside accolades such as winning the Young Master Scholarship at the Outreach Festival in 2014 and the Tyrolian Youth Jazz Prize in 2015. Mentored by musicians like Michael Wolff and Pete Drungle, Zimmermann has performed at prestigious jazz festivals worldwide. He’s committed to music education, teaching refugees and private students in Austria, and works as a piano teacher at piano.art e.U. Innsbruck. Additionally, he’s an adept music producer for film/media, collaborating with artists, drawing inspiration from jazz and classical masters like Brad Mehldau and J.S. Bach.

Alex Lofoco – Bass Faculty

Alex Lofoco, a renowned electric bassist, hails from Rome but graduated in Popular Music Performance from the University of West London. His debut album “Beyond” showcases collaborations with top artists like Marco Minnemann, Jordan Rudess, and Eric Marienthal. He conducts masterclasses globally, including prestigious institutions like Musicians Institute and BIMM. Alex authored the acclaimed method “SCALE COLOUR SYSTEM,” available in multiple languages and sold in over 50 countries. He frequents international music expos and contributes to prominent magazines like Bass Guitar Magazine and Bass Quarterly.

Date: 29th June 2024

Venue: The Palomar by Crossway

4A2, East Coast Rd, Akkarai, Sholinganallur,

Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600119

Tickets available on @skillboxofficial
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