Enjoy an escape to the mountains and a chance to reignite your songwriting fire with this creative writing intensive. Classes will focus on the top techniques for effective storytelling used in popular music today. Retreat will provide plenty of time for writing, brainstorming ideas, and collaborating. Great for writers of all styles and beginning to advanced songwriters.
SCHEDULE (subject to adjustment):
Friday, January 29
6-9pm
Welcome Reception & Writing Share
Saturday, January 30
8am-10am Morning Warmup
11am-2pm Story Techniques in Popular Music
2-3pm Break
3-6pm Metaphor, Imagery, Lists & Modern Rhyme
6-8pm Dinner Break
8-10pm Jam
Session & Storytelling in the Round
Sunday, January 31
8am-11am Hike & Write
1-5pm Building Great Songs from Lyrics
- 12 hours of songwriting classes
- 3 days/2 nights lodging, private room
- Serene mountain setting 2 hours east of LA
- Guided writing sessions
- Group collaboration
- Networking with peers
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Meditation & Hiking
$375 Regular Price (incl. all classes and lodging;
meals and transportation not included)
$325 Early Bird Special (register by Jan 8)
$150 Additional person (shared room)
$125 Idyllwild "Locals Only" Special
(lodging not incl.; local zip code
required)
TO REGISTER, EMAIL enquiry@hitninjas.com
Registration Pricing:
January 29-31, Idyllwild, CA
WINTER SONGWRITERS RETREAT
