Soldier Songs and Voices offers weekly workshops to veterans of all eras that are designed to help veterans build and explore self-expression. Participants are encouraged to share songs during the workshop and at occasional informal performances.
Workshops include guitar and voice instruction, and songwriting. We believe that everyone has a story to tell and that telling it in song is a path to a happier and healthier life. Loaner guitars are available.
Previous musical experience and skill are not required. Just bring your curiosity and willingness to unleash your creativity.
“When I started, I could barely play the radio.”
SSV Workshops
We meet in-person and virtually in the Portland metropolitan area, at varying times to enhance, we hope, your chances of joining us. Find details about our meeting locations and schedules here.
What to Bring
We’ll start with introductions, assign a guide, move into some basic lessons, and have some discussion on what you hope to get out of this experience. Simply enjoy the community or build on your skill and participate in our weekly events. You can take the lead on what you hope to get out of this experience!
Loaner Guitars
No music experience of any kind? No equipment? No problem! We have volunteers to help you build confidence in your skills. And we have guitars available, if needed.
Special Events
Check our Calendar for upcoming events.