Join us on Zoom this weekend.
Here's what will be happening on Sunday, May 11 at 2 p.m.
We'll meet on Zoom. Bring something to share. This month's theme:
Masters: Neil Young
See below for details
Here's the link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82787694684?pwd=dmJWemxOckJET29mdCtJQjc3Ry8yZz09
Meeting ID: 827 8769 4684
Passcode: 939440
From last week's Zoom Workshop:
Participants:
Robert, A thread you follow, Take a giant step, Motion pictures
Ed, Old Man
Deb was driving to a radio interview and listened in as long as she could
David M, shared changes to the song he is working on
Trish hosted
Small group, Robert showed up to kick off our Masters month with an intro to Neil Young, Ed did a rather impressive rendition of Old Man.
It must be Spring time. Everyone was ready to leave a bit early and we stopped at 3:00
The Songwriting Sessions and Master Class are back!!
We’re thrilled to share that Soldier Songs & Voices’ Master Class and Songwriting Sessions are back at 5:00 PM Central Time! These free, weekly gatherings bring together veterans and active-duty service members (plus allies) to polish lyrics, craft melodies, and share stories in a supportive community. You’ll learn from guest instructors, swap feedback with fellow songwriters, and lean into the healing power of music. We’ll meet in our usual space (online via Zoom – link below), so grab your notebook, your guitar, and your creative spirit.
See you Monday!
May Schedule
5/12 5:00pm CT : Writing Session
5/19 5:00pm CT : Writing Session
5/26 5:00pm CT : Memorial Day Song Share and Revue
Click here to join the Master Class Zoom Meeting
Last month we kicked off something new
We liked what the vets in Texas were doing with having a song prompt that lasts for the whole month. It gave a little direction to where folks were headed, without being overly programmatic or structured.
So we introduced Themes.
For the month of May, we're celebrating Masters, in particular the Canadian master songwriter Neil Young. Consider his body of work and if it has influenced you, enjoy exploring it. Thanks to Robert for suggesting this one.
Perhaps learn one of his songs to share, or try writing a song that reflects his style or impact.
Future Themes we're envisioning include Masters (great writers), How Stuff Works (how to, from technique to transposition), Play It Like You Mean It (performance), Song Craft.
So, give it a try. Or do what you usually do. We'll have some encouraging words, but no song police will be on duty.
Coming up:
We'll be at Artichoke Community Music on May 18 and on Zoom May 25 for a special Memorial Day session. Save the dates!
And don't forget the weekly session with our partners, Warrior Beats on Wednesdays at 6 PST:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89190909283?pwd=1jX8bTa3H3qWLEsQ6rDbrrcPBjPBzN.1