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SUMMARY:Online 'Songwriting Campfire' - Songwriting to Save the World
DESCRIPTION:with Dan Whitehouse and Katie Whitehouse (no relation) \nWhat 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? \nBOOK HERE \n\nIn 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.\nJoin us for a soulful gathering around the Songwriting Campfire.\n\nThe format:Sunday 23rd February10.00 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) \n\n£35 workshop\, one to one session and sharing session.£25 workshop only and sharing session.\nTogether\, 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.\nWhether 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.\nWorking 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.\nDan 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.\n“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”\nFree 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.
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SUMMARY:Diva Dudley: Together we sing - Together we shine POP UP CHOIR
DESCRIPTION:Join a friendly\, inclusive ‘pop up’ community choir rehearsing weekly in Dudley through January/February/March 2025 to sing at a vibrant public event in March! \nDiva Dudley will breathe new life into existing local songs and also perform a new collection of songs written by Dan Whitehouse and Jasmine Gardosi (celebrating local heritage\, people and place) and arranged specifically for the choir to sing – some a capella and some as backing vocalists. There will also be some opportunities for solos. \nMonday Nights – 6.30pm to 8.30pm at Dudley Town Hall Jan/Feb/March\nPerformance – Monday 24th March \nRehearsals are FREE for participants. All levels of experience/age/gender welcome. \nSIGN UP
URL:http://companyofsong.com/event/diva-dudley-together-we-sing-together-we-shine-pop-up-choir/
LOCATION:Dudley Town Hall\, Dudley
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SUMMARY:A Winter's Tale Of Brierley Hill - songwriting\, recording\, performing
DESCRIPTION:A series of 5 workshops with Dan Whitehouse and Chris Cleverley – a songwriting and recording project\nSinger-songwriters Dan Whitehouse and Chris Cleverly are teaming up to work with the local community to write and record a Wintery EP! \n\n\n\n\nIt’s going to be fun! We’ll release one of the songs as a single. Five FREE workshops followed by a gig.\nAll levels welcome\, songwriters\, poets\, musicians\, singers\, and complete beginners – and don’t worry if you can’t make all the dates. \n\nThere’s a public performance on November 1st. Workshops and final gig are in St Michaels’ Church\, Brierley Hill.\n\nHere’s where to sign up >> https://forms.gle/d4CW5hyif2ke5KeH8\n\nWorkshop Dates at St Michael’s Church\, Brierley Hill Bell Street South Brierley Hill\, DY5 3AASunday\, October 20\, 2024: 7-9 pm \n\nWednesday\, October 23\, 2024: 7-9 pm\nSaturday\, October 26\, 2024: 11 am – 1 pm\nSunday\, October 27\, 2024: 7-9 pm\nWednesday\, October 30\, 2024: 7-9 pmPerformance:\nFriday November 1\, 2024 7.30pm (rehearsal 4pm)
URL:http://companyofsong.com/event/a-winters-tale-of-brierley-hill-songwriting-recording-performing/
LOCATION:St Michael’s Church Brierley HIll\, Bell Street South\, Brierley Hill\,\, West Midlands\, DY5 3AA\, United Kingdom
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