Upcoming Workshop:
DATES T.B.A.
Intro Songwriting Workshops
Kids 11 am-1 pm | Teens 2-4 pm | Adults 5-8 pm
Limited availability. More information and sign-up form below.
INTRO to SONGWRITING WORKSHOPS at Maritime Music Studio
Learn the entire songwriting process from initial idea to finished demo!
In this intensive introductory crash course, we'll cover song structure, writing lyrics, laying down a backing track, and recording a demo. You'll be introduced to the basics of song structure, music theory, and producing and recording in Logic Pro - everything you need to start making music on your own. This is a beginner-friendly course - no previous music experience required!
KIDS' WORKSHOP (ages 10-13):
2 hours
$100 per attendee
TEEN WORKSHOP (ages 14-18):
2 hours
$100 per attendee
ADULT WORKSHOP:
3 hours
$150 per attendee
Spots are limited! Sign up using the form below.
Please contact us with any questions at: jacobpardee@gmail.com
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTORS:
Jake Pardee is a professional guitarist, music teacher and owner of Maritime Music Studio. More info at: jakepardee.com
Scarlett Sargent is a professional singer, music educator and youth worker.
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FURTHER INFORMATION:
PAYMENT:
Payment is due at the beginning of the workshop. Cash, check, and Venmo accepted.
WHAT TO BRING:
Please bring a notebook and pencil - you'll want to take notes!
KIDS' WORKSHOP SCHEDULE:
Hour 1: Song Structure and Lyrics
Hour 2: Backing Track and Recording the Demo
We will provide refreshments and there will be a short break.
Parents are welcome to stay in the studio office during the kids' workshop.
TEEN WORKSHOP SCHEDULE:
Hour 1: Song Structure and Lyrics
Hour 2: Backing Track and Recording the Demo
We will provide refreshments and there will be a short break.
ADULT WORKSHOP SCHEDULE:
Hour 1: Song Structure and Lyrics
Hour 2: Music Theory and Creating the Backing Track
Hour 3: Recording the Demo, Basic Production
We will provide refreshments and there will be two short breaks.
PARTICIPATION:
Attendees are welcome to participate to their comfort level. You'll have the opportunity to be involved in every step of the process, but if you're new to music and you'd prefer to just watch and learn, that's OK too!
DIRECTIONS AND PARKING:
Maritime Recording Studio is conveniently located in central Peabody, 5 minutes away from route 128 and the Northshore Mall.
Address: 36 Walnut Street, Peabody MA
Street parking is available everywhere on Walnut and Wallis Street (except for the spots directly in front of the convenience store).