In addition to touring, I
give workshops. Mostly to do with songwriting, singing,
and playing guitar. Here's what I've got on the go
right now:
Youthsongs
Songwriting
Weekends
Chord Progression
Workshops
Songwriting Boot
Camp
Women's Choir
Women's Music
Weekends
Youthsongs
 I've been
writing songs and producing CDs with kids at schools. I
call this part of my career "Youthsongs." It's taken me
into the whacky brains and beautiful open hearts of
young people as well as all over the geographical map.
I've worked with kids in inner cities, in small towns
on the Ohio River and in Native Communities in Northern
Ontario. Local history, the environment, candy, sports,
peace, pets, politics, the plight of polar bears. You
name it. These kids have a lot to say. Click here to read more or
go straight to the EPK (Electronic Press Kit).
Songwriting Weekends
 I began
co-writing with James Gordon, one of Canada's finest
singer/songwriters, a few years ago. Going through the
writing process together, we got the idea to present a
weekend songwriting workshop. We started in Guelph with
20 participants. To our delight, it was a success. The
workshops are designed to be stimulating and beneficial
regardless of the age and experience of the
participants. Professionals and amateurs, veteran and
aspiring writers, and some who have never written a
song before have taken part. Group sessions, one-on-one
mentoring, song sharing, a songwriting assignment and a
closing performance of the new works, all in a warm and
relaxing environment makes these weekends pretty darn
fulfilling. Click here to read
more.
Chord Progressions
To ease my transition from a career in geology to a
career as singer-songwriter, I studied music at Humber
College. Alas, I was a nerd and loved it. Especially
composition and arranging. I'm still a nerd. I offer
6-week courses on chords and chord progressions. I take
a maximum of 7 students each session. There are
different levels.
Here's a little description:
Shake up your songwriting with some new chords and
progressions. You'll learn chord nomenclature, the
Nashville number system, how to figure out chord
substitutions and discover new chords and progressions.
Some basic music theory is recommended, but not
necessary. Please feel free to contact us in advance to
discuss what you already know, in order to determine if
the course is suitable. Players of all instruments
welcome!
When: Next group TBA.
Cost: $175
Location: Guelph
Registration: Jane Lewis 519-763-5881 or music@all-together-now.ca
Website: www.all-together-now.ca
Songwriting Boot Camp
Need some inspiration and motivation to write? In this
exclusive group (7 spots only), I'll provide a creative
environment for writing songs and learning about the
craft of songwriting. In addition to lyric and melody
writing exercises, you'll get songwriting assignments.
And I'll pair you up and ask you to co-write songs.
Each participant will get two short private sessions
with me. There'll be performance tips, too. On the
final evening, everyone will perform the songs they've
written during the workshop, and celebrate the new
additions to their songwriting portfolio!
When: Next group TBA.
Cost: $225
Location: Guelph
Registration: Jane Lewis 519-763-5881 or music@all-together-now.ca
Website: www.all-together-now.ca
Women's Choir
Rise Up Singing — Women's "Choir" (5 Weeks)
with
Jane Lewis and Katherine Wheatley
Experience the joy of making music together! This
women's group will meet for five weeks and sing a
selection of songs (a mix of folk, traditional &
modern), learning melodies and harmony parts. "Choir"
is in quotation marks because we are more fun than
formal. Our main goal is to sing lots, and to enjoy
ourselves. No auditions, no reading music — we'll
be learning by ear.
When: Monday evenings, 7-9 pm. Next group starting
September 9, 2013
Cost: $125
Location: 238 Kathleen St., Guelph
Registration: Visit the All Together Now registration
page
Girl Jam
(5 Weeks) with
Jane Lewis and Katherine Wheatley
Do you play an instrument (or sing) and want to gain
some experience (and courage) making music in a group?
This women's workshop is designed to help you learn and
experiment with playing music together, in a fun and
supportive environment. We'll work on arranging
specific songs, and we'll also let loose in a jam
setting—exploring the ins and outs (and some dos
and don'ts) of how to find your way when playing with a
group. All instruments are welcome—if you're a
singer without an instrument, we'll work you into the
vocal mix and maybe even get you doing some percussion.
We'll be encouraging everyone to try different things!
No matter what, you'll gain some insight and experience
to take with you to your next jam session, rehearsal,
kitchen party, or campfire. Maximum 7 participants.
Tuesday evenings, 7-9 pm, Next Group starting
September 10, 2013
Cost: $160
Location: 238 Kathleen St., Guelph
Registration: Visit the All Together Now registration
page
Women's Music Weekend in Muskoka
With Jane Lewis,Linda McLean and Katherine Wheatley
Make joyful music with a small (15 registrants max)
but mighty group of women in a beautiful woodland
setting. We've put together a program that will suit
you—whether you're just starting to think about
making music or you're someone who's been at it for a
while and wants to dig in and learn something new.
We'll provide a nurturing environment for experiencing
the joy of singing, the magic of creating music, and
the power of playing together. There'll be yoga, group
singing, songwriting and vocal workshops, one-on-one
mentoring and co-writing sessions, campfire singing,
jamming, and a final concert on Sunday afternoon where
everyone has the opportunity to perform a song, perhaps
even one they've written during the retreat. You can
look forward to a weekend of inspiration, creativity,
empowerment and community!
When: Sept 27-29, 2013
Registration: http://www.womensmusicweekend.com/
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