Robin will teach the basics of songwriting using discussion and guided exercises. Seven sessions will be offered over two days. Participants can sign up for day one or day one and two. There will be an overnight exercise to bring back on the second day. The workshop will be open to the public and all skill levels ages 16 yr and up.

Schedule (variations possible at Robin's discretion)

SATURDAY 10am - 4pm
Session One: "THE NUTS AND BOLTS OF SONGWRITING"
Session Two: "ACCIDENTAL BRILLIANCE"
LUNCH
Session Three "MAKES SENSE TO ME" - WRITING THROUGH YOUR SENSES
Session Four: ACTIVITY: "I READ IT IN THE PAPER" This is an "overnight" activity

SUNDAY 10am - 3pm
Session Five: The previous day's newspaper assignments will be shared and discussed.
Session Six: "A PERSON IN THE ROOM"
LUNCH
Session Seven "I HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE"

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This workshop was inspired by the Homer Council on the Arts Creative Community "Musician's Roundtable" and is supported in part by a "Workshop Grant" from the Alaska State Council on the Arts, Nomad Shelter Inc Alaskan Yurts, and ERA Airlines.