Join us on Zoom this weekend.
Note: the online sessions hosted by the folks at the national SSV are paused (see below).
Here's what will be happening on Sunday, March 30 at 2 p.m.
We'll meet on Zoom. Bring something to share.
And we're starting something new this week:
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're introducing Themes.
For the next month, consider the following idea and if it finds its way into your songwriting or your choice of others' songs to play, enjoy exploring it. Thanks to Carl for suggesting the first one.
Speaking Truth to Power
Try writing a truth song, maybe perceived as a protest song, about to cuts to veterans benefits and services. Could be a song, poem or haiku.
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 on duty.
Here's a link to get to the workshop:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82787694684?pwd=dmJWemxOckJET29mdCtJQjc3Ry8yZz09
Meeting ID: 827 8769 4684
Passcode: 939440
And from the folks at the SSV home office:
We wanted to let you know that our master classes are currently on hiatus. Rest assured, we’re working hard behind the scenes and will resume classes in the near future. Please keep an eye on your inbox for further updates.
Thank you for your continued support.
Coming up:
We'll be on Zoom April 6 and 13. The next session at Artichoke Community Music will be on April 20. 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