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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:**SOLD OUT*** WINTER SONGWRITING WEEK Jan 27 to Jan 31 2025 AT HALSWAY MANOR
DESCRIPTION:with Reg Meuross & Boo Hewerdine\n4pm Monday January 27th to 11.10AM Friday January 31st 2025 \nSOLD OUT – bookings now open for Jan/Feb 2026 – HERE
URL:http://companyofsong.com/event/winter-songwriting-week-2025-at-halsway-manor/
LOCATION:Halsway Manor\, Halsway Ln\, Crowcombe\, Taunton\, Somerset\, TA4 4BD\, United Kingdom
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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.
URL:http://companyofsong.com/event/online-songwriting-campfire-songwriting-to-save-the-world/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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SUMMARY:Connected Creativity (SORRY THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED)
DESCRIPTION:Join Eliza Marshall (Freedom To Roam)\, Deborah Norris (Ballet Folk)\, and Katie Whitehouse (Company of Song) for an inspiring retreat designed to reconnect you with the natural world and your creative self\, with a touch of folk tradition woven into the experience.
Come as you are\, and leave with renewed energy\, ideas\, and connection to nature. Through the interconnected disciplines of writing\, music\, movement and nature-based activities like mindful walks\, you’ll explore how creativity can deepen our relationship with the earth\, and each other\, encourage meaningful connections\, and inspire positive change. Set against the beautiful backdrop of Halsway Manor\, this retreat offers a unique blend of nature immersion and artistic exploration. Evenings will be spent sharing nature-inspired songs\, stories and dance. \nWho is it for?\nThis course is for anyone who is looking to find ways of expressing their creativity with gentle guidance and leadership for an amazing team of collaborators. No prior experience is necessary—this retreat is for anyone seeking inspiration and connection through creativity. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced in the arts\, you’ll discover new ways of responding to the world around you and expressing yourself. With workshops\, mindful activities\, and space for individual creativity\, you’ll leave recharged and inspired. This is the retreat for you if you would like to • Discover mindful and playful ways to respond to the natural world through art. • Engage in mindful practices such as nature walks to inspire creativity and connection. • Explore creative writing: inspired by nature and personal experiences\, using guided meditation and experimenting with writing from our stream of consciousness\, and journalling. • Understand the power of music as a tool for expression and storytelling. • Experience movement as a form of storytelling\, learning to connect physical expression with emotional and environmental themes. • Create a collaborative piece of art combining writing\, music\, and movement\, presented on the final evening. • Recognise the potential for small creative actions to spark personal growth and contribute to positive change. • Experience group singing. \nThe Team\nEliza Marshall\, a founding member of award-winning folk group Ranagri\, has released five albums and performed at various festivals. In March 2020\, she released a new album with co-writers and performers Jackie Shave\, Catrin Finch\, and Dónal Rogers. She co-produced a documentary and directed Freedom To Roam: The Rhythms Of Migration\, a Fatea Innovation Project Award winner. Eliza has appeared on radio broadcasts\, including Classic FM and BBC radios. She is passionate about cross-cultural music-making and has toured and collaborated with musicians from various countries\, including Africa\, North and South America\, Europe\, Scandinavia\, India\, Japan\, and Australia. Deborah Norris is a choreographer and doctoral candidate at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland\, focusing on narrative works by women ballet choreographers using a feminist narratological lens. She holds an MA in Dance Studies from De Montfort University\, a BA in Communications Studies – Dance from the University of Leeds\, and a Professional Performance Diploma from the José Limón Institute. Deborah has taught internationally at conservatoires in Taiwan\, Slovakia\, and Lithuania\, and has presented works internationally in London\, New York\, and Barcelona. She is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and serves on various committees and boards. Katie Whitehouse is a mover and shaker in the music scene in the South West and beyond. She’s the founder of Fromthewhitehouse the award winning SW music booking\, management and promotion agency\, is a choir leader\, composer and arranger\, and a poet and songwriter. Her writing is deeply felt and sincere\, inspired by personal life experience but with a universality that draws everyone in.
URL:http://companyofsong.com/event/617/
LOCATION:Halsway Manor\, Halsway Ln\, Crowcombe\, Taunton\, Somerset\, TA4 4BD\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Autumn Songwriting Campfire
DESCRIPTION:With Dan Whitehouse & Katie Whitehouse\nWe ran our first in person Songwriting Campfire in 2024 at this incredible place – Hawkwood Centre for Future Thinking in Stroud. It went so well – the only criticism from participants was that it was too short! So this year we’ve extended it from 2 to three days.Gather around the “songwriting campfire” with award winning singer-songwriter\, composer and talented storyteller Dan Whitehouse and artist mentor Katie Whitehouse. Experience a playful approach that will help free your mind\, connect you with your inner child and light new pathways into your songwriting. \nIt’s a residential course with the best food ever\, in the most extraordinary grounds\, including a spring and a 400 year old Sycamore tree\, a forest\, an outdoor classroom\, beautiful walks. \nRegister your interest now\, bookings for this course will open soon HERE \nEvent time: 1st September 2025 4:00pm – 4th September 2025 4:00pm \n\n 
URL:http://companyofsong.com/event/autumn-songwriting-campfire/
LOCATION:Hawkwood C F T\, Painswick Old Rd\, Stroud\, GL6 7QW
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SUMMARY:Write and Sing A Protest Song - Stroud Sunday 16th November (afternoon)
DESCRIPTION:SUNDAY 16th NOVEMBER  Stroud Congregational Church Hall  Bedford St\, Stroud GL5 1AY 2pm to 5.30pm £5-£12\n\nHERE or Text/WhatsApp 07832 200980\n\n\n\nJoin Canadian activist-songwriter Luke Wallace and UK singer-songwriter Dan Whitehouse for a workshop suitable for all: sing a protest song\, co-write a new one & sing together in solidarity\n\n\n\nAn uplifting\, hands-on afternoon of group singing and songwriting. You’ll learn one of Luke’s powerful protest songs as a warm-up\, then – guided by Luke and Dan – collaborate to write and perform a brand-new song together as a group.  \nExpect laughter\, creativity and connection as you share ideas\, shape melodies\, and weave lyrics that speak to the world you want to see. No experience needed\, just bring your voice and an open mind. \nNOTESArrive by 1.45 – Starts 2.00 to 5.30pm\, with a break – refreshments provided.` \nChildren aged 9+ accompanied by at least one parent are welcome. \nThe following night (Sunday 17th November) come and hear Luke and Dan in concert at The Prince Albert\, Stroud\nTICKETS HERE
URL:http://companyofsong.com/event/find-your-voice/
LOCATION:Stroud Congregational Church Hall\, Bedford Street\, Stroud\, Gloucestershire\, GL5 1AY\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Songwriting and Spoken Word: Between The Lines
DESCRIPTION:Facilitator: Jasmine Gardosi and Dan WhitehouseThis retreat invites writers\, performers\, and musicians to inhabit the living space between words and music. \nFormer Birmingham Poet Laureate Jasmine Gardosi and award-winning singer-songwriter Dan Whitehouse guide participants through the musicality of language and the power of storytelling. Through writing\, voice\, rhythm and collaboration\, you’ll discover new forms of self-expression –  blending lyric and beat\, melody and movement –  to unlock authentic\, transformative performance. \nEvent time: 14th September 2026 4:00pm – 17th September 2026 4:00pm \n\n\n\nAt a Glance\n\n\nImmersive\, supportive environment for creative risk-taking\nA meeting of rhythm\, word\, and melody\nDaily writing\, vocal\, and performance exercises\nCollaboration and co-creation in small groups\nEvening sharings in a relaxed\, inclusive setting\nNourishing meals and refreshments provided\n\n\nWhat You Will Gain\n\n\nConfidence in voice and performance\nTools to merge poetry and song\nTechniques for rhythm\, phrasing\, and flow\nCollaborative skills for co-writing and improvisation\nRenewed creative energy and artistic direction
URL:http://companyofsong.com/event/songwriting-and-spoken-word-between-the-lines/
LOCATION:Hawkwood C F T\, Painswick Old Rd\, Stroud\, GL6 7QW
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SUMMARY:New Year Songwriting retreat 2027 Halsway Manor
DESCRIPTION:Reg Meuross and Boo Hewerdine are delighted to be returning to Halsway Manor in Somerset to run a FOURTH songwriting retreat together 4pm Monday\, January 11th to 11:30am Friday January 15th 2027. \nHalsway Manor Halsway Ln\, Crowcombe\, Taunton TA4 4BD\nThis retreat is a wonderful opportunity for songwriters of all levels to forget about the rest of the world and immerse themselves in their writing amongst like-minded people\, and well-supported by Reg and Boo and founder of Company of Song / music manager / artist mentor Katie Whitehouse. \nThe programme includes group and individual tasks to stretch and challenge\, opportunities to collaborate\, a chance to play songs to Reg and Boo for feedback (song clinics)\, song sharing with the group\, Q&A sessions\, space to write brand new songs\, time to relax at the bar\, and to enjoy good food and good fun. \nAs well as running workshops and song clinics throughout the three days Reg and Boo will perform a live gig on Thursday night (free for retreat participants and ticketed to the public). \nFees are inclusive of workshops\, small group song clinics\, full board and accommodation. They do not include your drinks at the bar. \nCOST (these are all single occupancy room prices – reduced rates for sharing\, just ask.\nCamping also available)\n \nEARLY BIRD \nEARLY BIRD until July 1 2026\nEnsuite room – £795\nNon ensuite room – £740\n\nFULL PRICE From July 2nd 2026\nEnsuite room – £855\nNon ensuite room – £800\n\nPAY BY BACS In one go or 50% deposit up front and remainder by 1 December 2026 – transferable by BACS once we’ve confirmed your place and room availability.
URL:http://companyofsong.com/event/new-year-songwriting-retreat-2027-halsway-manor/
LOCATION:Halsway Manor\, Halsway Ln\, Crowcombe\, Taunton\, Somerset\, TA4 4BD\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Mindful Songwriting - a retreat at Sharpham House\, Devon
DESCRIPTION:with Reg Meuross\, Katie Whitehouse & folk duo Suthering.\nSet within the peaceful surroundings of the Sharpham Estate\, with views over the River Dart\, this three-day songwriting retreat offers a rare chance to step away from the noise of everyday life and fully immerse yourself in your creative practice.\n\nHosted in alignment with the ethos of Sharpham Trust\, the retreat invites you into a space rooted in mindfulness\, compassion\, and deep connection to nature. It’s a place where songs can emerge shaped by stillness\, landscape\, the history of place\, and shared experience.\nWhether you’re an experienced writer or just beginning\, you’ll be supported by a team of deeply intuitive facilitators:\n\nReg Meuross – guiding songwriting craft\, storytelling and song developmentKatie Whitehouse – offering creative direction\, mentoring and space-holding for your artistic voiceSuthering – leading a vocal/performance workshopother special guests tba\n\nWhat to Expect\nAcross the three days\, you’ll move between structure and spaciousness:\n– Group writing sessions and creative prompts– Small group song clinics with personalised feedback– Opportunities to collaborate and co-write– Song sharing in a supportive\, attentive environment– Q&A sessions on craft\, creativity and the music world– Vocal and performance coaching session– Time to walk\, rest\, reflect and reconnect– Guided meditation for lyric writing– Morning walk/mediation/stretching (for those who wish)\n\nThere will also be an unplugged live concert from Reg Meuross and Suthering on Wednesday evening for retreat participants and limited members of public. Days unfold gently\, with time for good food\, walks\, conversation\, and the simple pleasure of being among others who care about songs as much as you do.\n\nALL FOOD vegetatarian/vegan\n\nALL ROOMS You’ll be in Grade 1-listed Sharpham House\, within the surrounding grounds and parkland\, thought to have been laid out by Capability Brown We are positioned within a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty\, close to nature\, amid breath-taking scenery on the banks of the River Dart. You can make your own hot drinks in each room\, and towels are provided. Because Sharpham House is a Grade 1-listed mansion (with limits to the changes we are allowed to make to the building)\, few bedrooms come with an en-suite bathroom and toilet. There are shared bathrooms on every floor.
URL:http://companyofsong.com/event/mindful-songwriting-a-retreat-at-sharpham-house-devon/
LOCATION:Sharpham House\, Sharpham House\, Sharpham Estate\, Ashprington\, Totnes\,\, Devon\,\, TQ9 7UT
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