Songwriting and Spoken Word: Between The Lines
2026-09-14 16:00 - 2026-09-17 16:00 (Europe/London) | Hawkwood C F T, Painswick Old Rd, Stroud, GL6 7QW
Facilitator: Jasmine Gardosi and Dan WhitehouseThis retreat invites writers, performers, and musicians to inhabit the living space between words and music.
Former 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.
Event time: 14th September 2026 4:00pm – 17th September 2026 4:00pm

At a Glance

Immersive, supportive environment for creative risk-taking
A meeting of rhythm, word, and melody
Daily writing, vocal, and performance exercises
Collaboration and co-creation in small groups
Evening sharings in a relaxed, inclusive setting
Nourishing meals and refreshments provided

What You Will Gain

Confidence in voice and performance
Tools to merge poetry and song
Techniques for rhythm, phrasing, and flow
Collaborative skills for co-writing and improvisation
Renewed creative energy and artistic direction
