Presenting a three-hour hands-on lyric writing workshop led by songwriter and lyricist Jodie Nicholson.

Drawing on her experience as both a songwriter and performer, as well as writing for other musicians and producers, Jodie will share practical tools and techniques to help you develop ideas, strengthen your lyrics and find your own voice as a writer.

This is a workshop built around writing and experimentation, so expect to get involved rather than simply sit and listen.

The session will cover:

• Developing initial ideas into lyrics
• Finding and refining your lyrical voice
• Writing lyrics that connect with an audience
• Working with melody, rhythm and structure
• Writing collaboratively and for other artists
• Turning early ideas into developed lyrical concepts

You’ll have the opportunity to put the techniques into practice throughout the session, developing your own ideas and experimenting with different approaches to lyric writing.

This workshop is for emerging and developing artists, songwriters, musicians and producers across the Tees Valley.

Whether you’re looking to improve your lyrics, find new ways into a song or become more confident writing with others, you’ll leave with practical techniques you can take straight back into your own creative practice.

No formal songwriting experience is required, just bring your ideas and be ready to write.