Songwriting from the Heart: Opening the Creative Channel

Take your seat among other songwriters as we work to refine our songwriting tools. We will go beyond the basic nuts and bolts of the craft and take our skills to the next level. Get ready to develop the ability to translate your own life stories into well-crafted, heartfelt songs. Through writing exercises, song assignments, performances, co-writing and demonstrations, the inner muse will be coaxed and cultivated. In a safe, supportive, fun workshop climate, we’ll share and receive constructive feedback on our works in progress. 

Discover and expand your boundaries and edges around the songwriting process, and bridge inspiration and craft. At week’s end, the group will share its songs, new and old, with the Esalen community.

This workshop is for individuals who have experience in songwriting and are working on refining their musical voice. You should have written some songs and be able to perform them from memory prior to attending this workshop. Bring your musical instrument and dress casually — we will do some dancing and moving. There will also be evening jams. Simple recording devices are strongly encouraged. Bring an open heart and a curious mind.