Songwriting Campfire | Songwriting to Save the World -  Dan Whitehouse

Company of Song

A one day  ONLINE space to create songs that reflect on beauty, hope, and what’s worth saving in our world

February's theme for our online workshop and sharing is 'Songwriting To Save The World' It might sound ridiculous, but what else will save us? Join us for a soulful gathering around the Songwriting Campfire. The format:Sunday 16th March 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.7-9.30pm (GMT) We regroup around the virtual campfire to share songs and song sketches.£35 workshop, one to one session and sharing session.£25 workshop only and sharing session. 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. 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? 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" 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.BIOSDan Whitehouse is a globally recognised and award-winning singer-songwriter, accomplished composer, and experienced broadcaster, amassing over two decades of expertise in curating, planning, and conducting songwriting and music workshops in diverse settings and community initiatives. His contributions have reached international platforms, he has run songwriting workshops and retreats with esteemed organisations such as the Musicians Union, BBC Introducing, mac, BIMM, and the Company of Song.Katie Whitehouse, a poet, songwriter, artist-mentor, and the visionary behind Company of Song and From The Whitehouse music agency, boasts an impressive eight-ten year legacy of crafting and hosting songwriting retreats. Her work transcends borders, resonating with artists and enthusiasts across the globe.In advance of the workshop we will send you instructions for how to prepare for the sessions and your own writing time, which will include preparing your writing space, and making sure you have food and drink at the ready. Don’t take phone calls or check mail Isolation – tell your friends and family your plans and ask them not to disturb (unless you want to collaborate with them).Limited to 15 songwriters (10 one to one 20 minute sessions available)

Agenda

 Introductions, Q&As, demo and task setting - dive in!

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.

BETWEEN THE SESSIONS - writing in own time and one to one sessions

We regroup around the virtual campfire to share songs and song sketches

 Regroup - song sharing - feedback 

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