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A state-of-the-art recording studio is now available for young people to use – for free.
The new facility, in the Rhema Youth Works centre, on Newland Avenue, can record up to 16 simultaneous tracks on to a computer before editing and recording them on to a CD.
This means budding Hull singers, bands, instrumentalists, DJs and MCs have the opportunity to record their own work without having to foot the bill.
"The studio was an idea that local young people came up with and we got right behind it, "says project manager Steve Green from Rhema Youth Works.
"It's fantastic that they can use the equipment without having the problem of cost."
Young people, aged 13-19, can make use of the studio while attending Rhema's drop-in sessions on Tuesday and Thursday evenings.
"We've tried to record before, using a microphone at home, but it was rubbish. This is way better," says a 15-year-old who recently used the centre.
Rhema Youth Works supports young people by helping them identify choices to improve their life.
This means helping them reconnect with education, training and employment opportunities. Dance workshops and five-a-side football sessions are also provided.
For more information contact Steve Green on 343805 or email info@rhemayouthworks.org.uk
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What a scoop!
Young people in Hull are gaining experience for their future media careers – by producing their own magazine.
The first editions of Warrenoia, a bi-monthly publication with a print run of 500 copies a month, came out late last year and more issues are planned this year.
Packed with news and views, the magazine - also available electronically on pdf files sent by email – is set to make its presence felt.
"We want young people to suggest ideas, get involved and help us get the magazine out there," says Stewart Baxter, a youth arts worker from The Warren young people's project, which publishes Warrenoia.
"It's a very open-ended thing, we'll cover topical and controversial issues, anything from racism and domestic violence to music reviews.
"The aim is to produce a good magazine and provide experience for young people to support their future career, college and university hopes."
For more information and details of how to receive electronic or printed copies of Warrenoia, call The Warren on 218115.
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