(Now full -- please email hello@dianecluck.info to be notified about upcoming workshops for Fall 2021).

Song is a potent medium for processing emotion, conveying information, and sharing ideas. Now is a wonderful time to bring what you have to the artform!

This live, twelve-part workshop with Diane Cluck introduces skills and creative approaches to the art of songwriting. The series will include craft talks, writing prompts and group exercises in an encouraging environment. We’ll learn ways to uncover, generate, and organize song material as part of a personal songwriting practice.

You’re most welcome with your current level of skill. Past workshops have included those who are new to songwriting, those returning after a hiatus, and experienced songwriters looking to refresh their approach. It turns out that these mixed groups can be beneficial for everyone. Previous experience in singing, songwriting, or playing an instrument isn’t required.

Weekly topics include building a personal practice, vocal warm-ups and exploration, song structure, lyrical content, phrasing, accompaniment, creative approaches to harmony & melody, quick-write exercises, song shares, and giving and receiving supportive feedback. We’ll also touch on songwriting-adjacent topics such as the basics of home recording.

Diane’s personal practice and approach to facilitation includes focus on the energetics involved in making music. Singing and songwriting are powerful and can create significant personal and interpersonal change over time. In workshop we give time to discussing personal obstacles and breakthroughs, as well as how to stay engaged and find and create musical community.

The workshop includes 12 two-hour group Zoom sessions + 30 minutes of individual coaching time with Diane. The workshop will be held on Saturdays from 11am-1pm PT/2-4pm ET/7-9pm GMT/8-10pm CET.

For twelve participants.

For questions in advance of registration please contact Diane at hello@dianecluck.info