Online ‘Songwriting Campfire’ – Songwriting to Save the World
February 23 @ 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
with Dan Whitehouse and Katie Whitehouse (no relation)
What if songwriting can help us rediscover the value in the small things. In the face of destruction and disillusionment, what will you hold onto? What inspires you to hope, to care, to take action?
In a time when crises seem to escalate daily, when the question “What are we doing to our world?” echoes louder than ever, we invite you to pause, reflect, and create.
Join us for a soulful gathering around the Songwriting Campfire.
The format:
Sunday 23rd February
10.00 to 12.00 Midday (GMT) Workshop session, demo and Q&A.
13.00 to 18.00: Writing Time/One to Ones in your own time, write songs and explore song ideas – also 15 min one to one sessions with Dan Whitehouse are available to book.
Weds 17th July – We regroup around the virtual campfire to share songs and song sketches.
7-9.30pm (GMT)
Sunday 23rd February
10.00 to 12.00 Midday (GMT) Workshop session, demo and Q&A.
13.00 to 18.00: Writing Time/One to Ones in your own time, write songs and explore song ideas – also 15 min one to one sessions with Dan Whitehouse are available to book.
Weds 17th July – We regroup around the virtual campfire to share songs and song sketches.
7-9.30pm (GMT)
£35 workshop, one to one session and sharing session.
£25 workshop only and sharing session.
£25 workshop only and sharing session.
Together, we will gather around this metaphorical campfire to share stories, melodies, and reflections—crafting songs that remind us of what matters. This is about capturing the essence of life, creating art that inspires, and making meaning in a chaotic world.
Whether you’re an experienced songwriter or someone new to the craft, this campfire is a welcoming space where we can create together. Let’s remind ourselves of what matters and write songs that have the power to inspire, to move, and maybe even to save.
Working by ear, and improvisation, not music theory based, use simple musical games and exercises to re-connect yourself with your inner-child creative self. You’ll be guided through a series of innovative exercises, including musical and lyrical games, free-writing, and a connection with both self and nature. These exercises are grounded in intuition and improvisation, devoid of music theory prerequisites, welcoming participants of all musical backgrounds.
Dan Whitehouse’s unique method has a track record of helping songwriters overcome creative blocks. Testimonials attest to its success, describing it as a refreshing and inspiring opportunity to dedicate time to the art of songwriting.
“All the ideas were refreshing, and just giving myself the time to devote to writing is pretty rare, even in lockdown.”
“Thank you for helping me get out of my skin.”
“This was like trying to notate feelings, rather than theory”
“I found it useful to let go of perfect chord progressions and focus on the bit that’s inspiring – writing songs”
“Thank you for helping me get out of my skin.”
“This was like trying to notate feelings, rather than theory”
“I found it useful to let go of perfect chord progressions and focus on the bit that’s inspiring – writing songs”
Free your songwriting spirit, free your mind, reignite your inner child, explore innovative songwriting methods and write several songs (or song sketches).with singer-songwriter/composer Dan Whitehouse and artist mentor Katie Whitehouse.