Songwriting as Truth-telling - starts Feb 28
This class will explore songwriting as a means to uncover and express deeply-felt truths of the songwriter. What makes a song feel 'true'? How does the songwriter invite and listen for truths that want to be told, then stay true to the song's heart even while using craft to shape it into a work of art?
We'll draw inspiration from great songs and poems and from the shared wisdom and experience of class participants. We'll write in class and between classes, share our songs, and explore ways of listening and responding that help draw out the writer's intention rather than impose the listener's. We'll create an inspiring, non-judgmental and fun space in which to deepen our songwriting practice.
Class size is limited to eight; pre-registration is required.
Tuesdays February 28 through April 17 (8 weeks)
3:30 - 5:30 pm in North Portland
Sliding scale $100 - $160; pay what you like and can afford in that range.
Contact Matt matt@mattmeighan.com
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