International Youth Songwriting Retreat 2024
15th - 21st July 2024
Due to huge levels of inquiry, we are delighted to launch the first International Youth Songwriting Retreat, open to songwriters ages 14-18 at the beginning of their songwriting careers. This brand-new retreat, unique in Ireland, offers you the chance to really explore and hone your songwriting skills, under the expert mentorship of our team of acclaimed songwriting mentors. So what is included?
Mentorship for the full 7 days from the internationally-acclaimed songwriting mentors.
Learn the art of lyrics, recording, production and how to collaborate with other artists as well as essential music business skills.
Meet like-minded musicians and song-writers from all over the world and form future collaborations.
Work on your own material as well as writing to briefs with your peer songwriters.
Access to writing, practice & rehearsal rooms at the IIMS Campus.
Perform live and record audio & video in the Lark Concert Hall of your own songs.
FINGAL SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY
We are offering an exclusive €100 Scholarship opportunity to songwriters living in the FINGAL area. This scholarship is only applicable to non-residential applicants.
Apply Today!
15th July - 21st July
COURSE FEES
Course cost : €500
FINGAL SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY
If you would like to be considered for an exclusive €100 Scholarship to attend this year’s retreat, please include this in your application.
Mentor Spotlight :Rob Wells
ROB WELLS is a multi-platinum, award-winning music producer and songwriter based in Canada.
Wells has worked with Ariana Grande, Justin Bieber, Selena Gomez, Adam Lambert, Serena Ryder, Nick Lachey, Mika, Katharine McPhee, Backstreet Boys, Kai, Paloma Faith, Alex Aiono, Nelly Furtado, Big Time Rush, Mindless Behavior, Cyndi Lauper, Corey Hart, Olivia Newton John, Boyzone, Ronan Keating, Ria Mae, Lights, USS, Frank Walker, Bobby Bazini, Tep No, Victoria Duffield, Keshia Chante, Matt Dusk, Marie-Mai, Marc Dupre, Shiloh, RyanDan and many others.
His work has been featured in numerous films, television shows, commercials and video games worldwide.
With a star on the Mississauga Music Walk of Fame, Rob has appeared as a music producer on Canadian Idol, The House Of Carters & The Next Star. His awards include first place in numerous songwriting competitions, and SOCAN #1 awards with gold, platinum & multi-platinum certifications.
