The feedback has been tremendous, and it’s a sentiment that we echo ourselves; the Songwriting Masterclass 2021 was unlike anything else. It truly was a special God-inspired and God-breathed time together. Through this rare and unique gathering, so much wisdom and insight had been drawn together in one place and offered for us all to dwell upon, ponder in our hearts and minds, and take away to put into action and implement. It was a haven for a wide range of creatives, singers, and worshipers. We were inspired and challenged, oftentimes through the same breath.
Nick Herbert, one of the guest artists for the day, offered this insight during his teaching session: “Follow the feeling. When you catch the spark, go where it goes, let the river run. A songs fails when it’s overdone”. It was a helpful and gentle reminder to allow the creative juices to flow and to follow the avenues and currents that they took. The advice was theoretical and insightful yet, at the same time, practical. There were so many other nuggets from throughout the day that were just the same, that offered a healthy challenge to just give it a go.
A massive thanks to all who donated to the Play It FWD campaign via JustGiving (11% of target with 216 donors) and to those who were able to attend the event. Here are just a few of the feedback messages we’ve been receiving:
“…such an inspirational day with such a stellar line up of contributors. Such experience wisdom and heart imparted. Been writing for about 40 years and still learning – don’t think I’ve been to a conference with such a line up of quality contributors in that time…” Paul Banderet
“...It was an excellent event – and there was much to learn about creativity, music, the songwriting process, living a life of worship. And even though I’m not a songwriter the insights shared were priceless.” Marcia Dixon
“Today’s Masterclass Songwriting session was out of this world. Thank you so much for organising this life changing meeting. I’m so grateful to all the Panelists. God richly bless anyone and everyone who played a role to make this happen.” Raymond Adulley
“Treasure is often surrounded by dirt“ @AStepFWD bruhhhhh this session is too mad! Glad for the replay option over the next 7 days” Tsote
“Just a quick note to say “Thank you” for Saturday’s Masterclass. The Speakers were excellent and the event was well-organised.” Sandra Luke
We’ll leave you with one more gem by Nicky Brown: “The reason why someone else’s song is on the radio and yours is not is because they were brave enough to give it a life”!
So there’s our challenge moving forward! Where can we ‘give it a go’ and give the things stirring inside us creative life?
Listen again to our Youtube playlist of songs from the incredible speakers at Songwriting Masterclass 2021:
