Hosted by Darren

Would you like to write your own songs? Ever wondered how the pros write hit songs? Don’t know where to start? This workshop is for YOU!

There are many approaches to songwriting, and although there is no definitive way to do it, there are many techniques, tips and tricks to explore. The songwriting workshop mainly focuses on lyrics, phrasing, rhythm and structure.

There are many aspects that can help you with writing songs, a few of which will look at in this Songwriting Workshop. If you have attended one of these workshops before you will be aware of the vast amount of approaches that can be taken to improve your songs and songwriting ability. In this particular workshop, we will be highlighting two main aspects of songwriting: creating a bigger, better or more powerful delivery of the meaning in your songs and also developing ideas in your songs. If you have already written any songs or idea for songs, feel free to bring them along.

Aimed at all levels.  No instrument necessary.  Bring a notebook and pencil. If you have attended before, we look forward to welcoming you back.

Cost

Members: 1 lesson credit

How To Book

Places are limited and bookings are essential.

Contact us to book your place.

Workshop Cancellation Policy

For a booking to be cancelled we must receive notice by 5 pm Friday the week of the workshop. 

Where a makeup lesson was used to book, it will be reissued.

Where cash is paid to book, it will be refunded.

Hosted by Matt

Play and sing along to your favourite songs! With the knowledge learnt from this workshop, you’ll be ready to take on the difficult battle of singing and playing for your friends and family. You’ll obtain strategies to develop key techniques required to perform at your best and impress everyone with your hard work.

Open to all levels and Instruments.

Cost

Members: 1 lesson credit

How To Book

Places are limited and bookings are essential.

Contact us to book your place.

Workshop Cancellation Policy

For a booking to be cancelled we must receive notice by 5 pm Friday the week of the workshop. 

Where a makeup lesson was used to book, it will be reissued.

Where cash is paid to book, it will be refunded.

He’s Back! Greg Howe returns to present a masterclass just for our members.
We are honoured to have legendary guitarist, Greg Howe, present a private masterclass just for us. Greg is one of the best Rock/Fusion players in the world and has developed a solid reputation as a technical innovator, particularly for his “hammer-on from nowhere” technique, legato runs, unusual time signatures, and linear tapping approach. His self-titled debut album “Greg Howe” is ranked tenth best shred album of all time by Guitar World Magazine. All members of The Guitar Gym are welcome and encouraged to register for this masterclass. It’s an opportunity not to be missed!

In addition to being part of the 2018 GRAMMY® nominated band ‘Protocol IV’ which features Simon Phillips, Ernest Tibbs, and Otmaro Ruiz, Howe has produced, written and arranged ten solo instrumental studio albums along with two collaboration albums with Richie Kotzen of the Winery Dogs. Howe has contributed to a long list of albums/records by other legendary artists such as Dennis Chambers, Victor Wooten, Jason Becker, Billy Sheehan, Marco Minneman, and Eddie Jobson.

He’s also made a name for himself as a stellar sideman and session musician with artists such as Michael Jackson, Justin Timberlake, Christina Aguilera, Rihanna, Enrique Iglesias, and many more.

His TV appearances include The Grammy’s, American Music Awards, The Tonight Show, The Today Show, The Billboard Awards, Teen Choice Awards, just to name a few.

Musical trends may come and go, but you always know what’s in store with Greg Howe, and this veteran guitarist certainly won’t disappoint with this breathtaking and informative masterclass.

(Greg Howe endorses: DV Mark Amps, Kiesel Guitars, D’Addario Strings, and Carl Martin Pedals.)

Cost

FREE. Open exclusively to current members of The Guitar Gym.

All members, regardless of level or playing experience, are welcome and encouraged to attend.

How To Register

As this is an exclusive event, presented via ZOOM. To register, please contact our office.

*By registering for this event, you agree not to record or capture in whole or in part, any audio, video or images of the event.