Songwriting in the Folk/Bluegrass Tradition (Intergenerational) January 20, 2024

If you have ever thought about writing your own songs, join us for a songwriting workshop focusing on folk traditions, lyrics development, and learn some history at the same time!

In this class, you will:

• go over sources of style and inspiration, history, and song development
• inspire some creative efforts and show the way to carry them further
• offer some peer review (nonjudgemental but helpful)

Your Instructor will provide the following materials:

• Sample song sheets

Students are asked to bring the following materials:

• Bring an instrument, if you play
• If your class is scheduled over a lunch hour, we highly recommend you bring a lunch or click here to learn about local eating opportunities in the area.

Age Requirement
Students ages 10-15 are welcome to attend this class with another registered adult. Students between the ages of 16-17 may attend without a parent/guardian in attendance as long as MMFS is provided with written parental permission by email to info@marinemillsfolkschool.org. 

Skill Level
No prior experience required but students should have an interest and some familiarity with bluegrass, folk, old-time and/or country music,

Location Details
Marine Mills Folk School
550 Pine St., Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047

Cost Details
Tuition: $40
Material Fee: $0
Total Cost: $40

NOTE: Be aware we may cancel class if a minimum number of registrations is not reached. We work to balance a teacher’s need to plan for a class with students’ busy schedules — not an easy task. Please register as early as possible!

If interested, please click here to review our cancellation policies.