Learn about songwriting, write your own songs with others, record a demo of your song(s) and put on a concert at the end of camp!

Songwriting

Through this special 2 week songwriting camp, students will learn how to write their own songs as well as produce a recording and perform at the Skylark Cafe. Students will analyze some of the greatest compositions of the last 60 years in order to develop their own tunes. They will learn about chord progressions, arrangements and other tricks of the trade. We’ll spend 2 weeks learning and writing songs, all culminating in a live performance. This music camp is great for campers ages 8-17 who have had prveious instruction or a basic proficiency in their instrument(s) or singing voice.

What to Expect

Camp will run 9 am to 3 pm Monday through Friday the frst week and then 9 am to 3 pm Monday through Thursday and 9 am to 2 pm on Friday on the second week with a performance at the Skylark Cafe Friday evening at 5 pm.

Campers should have their own instruments for practicing at home after camp. Guitarsits and bassists should bring their own instrument to camp. The school has keyboards, drum sets and amplifiers for use at camp.

Full refunds are available with written cancellation notice by April 1st. 50% refunds available with written cancellation notice by May 1st.