Uke Can Write a Song! REGISTRATION OPEN SOON!

Uke Can Write a Song! is a three-day workshop built for anyone who has ever wanted to express themselves in song. Do you have a stack of half-finished lyrics written in a notebook, but never was able to put them together in a completed song? Are you looking for new ideas and approaches both lyrically and musically? Do you feel somewhat intimidated by all of this?
Our retreat is just the experience for you! No music theory background required. No "good voice" required. Just an open mind and a willingness to make something new. We'll provide you with the tools in your "songwriting toolbox" to allow you to create a unique and personal musical creation.
What you'll do:
• Learn the chords and techniques to help you in your writing, in a non-overwhelming way.
• Break down what actually makes a song work: melody, lyrics, structure, and that elusive "hook"
• Write your first verse and chorus in small groups, with plenty of guidance and zero judgment
• Get hands-on feedback from Dani & Ben
• Finish the weekend with an original song you wrote yourself and an opportunity to perform it at our Monday afternoon concert.
Who it's for:
Everyone! Total beginners and more experienced songwriters and uke players will get dedicated time to dig deeper into craft, try new techniques, and get coaching and feedback on works in progress.
The vibe:
Relaxed, encouraging, and sometimes a little silly. Bad first drafts are celebrated. Nobody performs anything they don't want to. Work on your own or collaborate with another attendee. By Monday afternoon, you'll walk out with a finished song (or at least a good start on one), a few new chords in your fingers, and probably a new favorite ukulele-playing songwriting friend or two
Bring:
A ukulele (loaners available), a notebook, and an open mind.