Caleb Alexander Music Productions (CAMP) is a full service audio production company offering private lessons in guitar, voice, audio production and jazz improvisation in addition to HD audio recording, audio mixing and mastering, audio aggregation, and ensemble coaching.
Meet Our Staff
For Caleb, it all started in a Jeep.
If you were to ask Caleb who his favorite guitar player is you would get much the same answer today that you would have gotten ten years ago: Stevie Ray Vaughn, but now add Barney Kessel: "Dad would always play three CDs whenever we went on a road trip in his Jeep Grand Wagoneer: SRV's "Greatest Hits," Hall and Oats’ "Abandoned Luncheonette," and Little Feat's "Waiting For Columbus - Live".
“As I got older I appreciated the second two more, but man, ‘House is A' Rockin’ and ‘Little Wing’ really turned me onto the guitar."
It was during these formative years when Caleb found his dad’s guitar under the stairs.
Currently residing in Columbia, Missouri, Caleb plays locally with Sunday Morning Motorcycle Club, Rochara Knight and The Honey Doves and The Audra Sergel Band. He released a collection of recordings “344 College Ave” in September 2021. He also has music on BandCamp.
Caleb also offers private lessons on guitar, jazz improvisation and music production . He is also the sound engineer for the “We Always Swing” Jazz Series, and a production assistant at LinderVox Sound.
Caleb directed “Hedwig and the Angry Inch” in August of 2021 and assistant directed “Satchmo at the Waldorf” in February 2021 for Columbia Entertainment Company. Caleb also directed the pit orchestra for Columbia College’s production of Godspell April 2022.
Having completed a Masters of Jazz Pedagogy and Performance at the University of Missouri - Columbia in May 2017 and a Bachelor's Degree in Music - Jazz Studies at Wichita State University in 2013, Caleb Alexander specializes in guitar lessons in all styles for all levels of player.
Passionate about teaching students not only to play their instrument but also understand the music they are playing, Caleb is also available for lessons in jazz improvisation, audio engineering, and for studio and live performance sessions.
Caleb is a Stanley Electric Guitars artist.
Mary
If you had asked Mary what she wanted to be when she grew up, her answer was always the same: a teacher. She has always loved learning new things, helping others, and especially helping others learn. Mary grew up singing everywhere she went and embraced every kind of music she could find. When she realized she could combine her two passions—teaching and music—by helping people learn to sing, she knew exactly what she wanted to do with the rest of her life.
“I have never understood the question, ‘Can anyone learn to sing?’ If you can speak you can sing!”
Mary Shields is a passionate and experienced voice teacher dedicated to helping singers of all levels find their unique voice and reach their full potential. With a background in music education and vocal performance, Mary brings a well-rounded, technique-focused, and student-centered approach to every lesson.
After earning degrees in Music Education from Southwest Baptist University (BM), University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory (MM), and University of Missouri-Columbia (PhD), Mary has directed choral ensembles and taught voice for over ten years. She is a classically trained soprano with experience singing everything from opera to musical theatre to pop. Her teaching style emphasizes healthy vocal technique, expressive performance, and confidence-building, tailored to meet the individual goals of each student.
Mary has worked with students of all ages. She worked with middle and high school students in St. Joseph, Missouri, as a choral director, vocal coach, and as the music director for The Fantasticks; You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown; and The Wizard of Oz at Lafayette High School. Mary currently works as an adjunct professor at the University of Missouri.
Whether you're a beginner exploring your voice or an advanced singer refining your artistry, Mary is committed to guiding you on your vocal journey with clarity, encouragement, and expertise.
Outside of the classroom, Mary enjoys spending time with her husband (Brandt), son (Henry), and dog (Daisy). She loves to travel, watch movies, and bake.
Services
Private Lessons
Having taught students from the ages of 4- 84, in college and public school classrooms to various teaching studios across the region Caleb offers private lessons in Guitar, Jazz Improvisation, and Audio Production. Here is where you can learn more, and you can sign up here!
Audio Recording
Caleb Alexander Music Productions specializes in recording everything from full bands and small classical ensembles to solo voice and instrument - no project is too complicated or simple for CAMP. We can record up to 20 channels at 24 bit / 96 hz into either Avid’s Pro Tools or Apple’s Logic Pro X. Camp’s gear list is available upon request.
All audio services (recording, mixing, and mastering) is charged at a rate of $50 / hour, starting with set up time. Day rates can be discussed on a per project basis.
Ensemble Coaching
Are you or your band preparing to enter the studio to record your material? Let CAMP help! Caleb has spent much of his life both in and in front of bands, musical pits, and other music ensembles and can help you be prepared to get the most out of your recording session - even if it's somewhere else!
Payment and Fees
Payment for all audio services is due for all services upon completion. No product will be delivered with an outstanding balance. A 10% late fee will be added for all invoices not paid in 30 days.
Lesson tuition is due monthly and paid through the online subscription platform, Fons. Tuition payments begin are always drafted on the first each month, unless a different date is requested. If your first month of lessons begins after the first week of the month, the first month’s tuition is pre-rated.
This arrangement provides consistency and predictability for payments throughout the year.