EVERYONE has a story to tell, and a unique voice with which to tell it. The trick is to uncover your own style in order to tell that story with a truth that connects with your audience in an original way.

    The Rocky Mountain Masterclass for Songwriters is held during the Yellowstone Songwriter Festival in Cody, Wyoming.  In this 2-day Workshop our instructors will work with a maximum of  20 students of all levels to help them clarify the aim of their writing and discover their own, unique voice.

    This songwriting intensive workshop is a 7 hour, in-person masterclass with hit songwriter Susan Gibson, and critically acclaimed songwriter & producer, Jackson Emmer. This workshop is designed to “meet you where you’re at,” bring your songwriting to the next level, and hone your unique voice as a writer.

    Thursday 9/5 –  1pm-4pm

    Day 1: We’ll discuss the writing habits of successful songwriters. Explore the “songwriters toolbox,” and share tips for breaking through ruts and writer’s block. We’ll also practice co-writing.

    After the main session, there will be time for 1 on 1 meetings or “Compassionate Critique” with Susan Gibson, Jackson Emmer, or James Dean Hicks. This is a great opportunity to get individual, friendly feedback on one of your songs from working songwriters.

    Friday 9/6 – 9am-12pm

    Day 2: We’ll do a few more group and individual writing exercises, geared towards breaking cliches and learning how to revise and edit songs. We’ll also discuss best practices for performing, booking, promotion, and a few tips to conquer stage fright.

    After the main session, there will be time for 1 on 1 meetings or “Compassionate Critique” with Susan Gibson, Jackson Emmer, or James Dean Hicks. This is a great opportunity to get individual, friendly feedback on one of your songs from working songwriters.

    This is a great opportunity to get individual, friendly feedback on one of your songs from working songwriters.

    Instructors:

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    Susan GibsonHit Songwriter, performer & instructor, songwriter of “Wide Open Spaces” recorded by the Chicks.

    www.susangibson.com

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    Jackson EmmerSongwriter, producer & instructor. “Americana songwriters are a dime a dozen these days, but few are writing songs like Jackson Emmer.” Rolling Stone 

    www.jacksonemmer.com

    Guest Appearances by hit songwriters performing at the festival.

    Your tuition includes:

    • Enrollment in Master Class
    • 1 – All Access Pass to the Yellowstone Songwriter Festival

    Class Schedule:

    • All Classes at the Cody Club Room at the Cody Auditorium.
    • Thursday 9/5, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    • Friday 9/6, 9:00 am  – 12:00 pm

    Limited to twenty songwriters

    Tuition: $249.00

    We have room block at the Carter Mountain Motel for participants of the Work Shop. Room rates are $145 + taxes for one queen bed or $165 + taxes for two queen beds. Please call Fran at 307-587-4295 to reserve your room.

    Tuition assistance available. For more information call Mike at (406) 690-5988 or email at [email protected]