Featuring: Mitchell Makoons, Katie MacDonald, Daiisu, Tyler Del Pino (Host)

Featuring: Ethan Lyric, Stellar, Taylor Jackson, and Sierra Noble (Host)

Featuring: Jace Bodner, Christy T of Paper Machetes, Jacob Brodovsky, and Kwiat (Host)

Featuring: Sol James, HERA, Onna Lou, and Sierra Noble (Host)

Featuring: Don Amero, Victoria Turko, Francis Rae, and Tyler Del Pino (Host)

Featuring: JC Campbell, Snackie, Sophie Stevens, and Kwiat (Host)

Hosted by local songwriter Kwiat, these monthly songwriter's circle sessions are a great way to connect more intimately with other emerging songwriters in your community. Each session features an established local songwriter from various backgrounds to talk about the music industry and give insight into their songwriting experience and process. The time is spent working on songwriting skills together and sharing a song or two by each participant.

The series was created to fill a visible need for stronger creative development opportunities or programming for local songwriters and begin establishing an effective and notable songwriting community in Winnipeg, Manitoba. With the move to an online setting, the group is open to any songwriter interested in sharing a song for critique, and need not be based in Manitoba. Space is limited.

Hosted by local songwriter Kwiat, these monthly songwriter's circle sessions are a great way to connect more intimately with other emerging songwriters in your community. Each session features an established local songwriter from various backgrounds to talk about the music industry and give insight into their songwriting experience and process. The time is spent working on songwriting skills together and sharing a song or two by each participant.

The series was created to fill a visible need for stronger creative development opportunities or programming for local songwriters and begin establishing an effective and notable songwriting community in Winnipeg, Manitoba. With the move to an online setting, the group is open to any songwriter interested in sharing a song for critique, and need not be based in Manitoba. Space is limited.

Hosted by local songwriter Kwiat, these monthly songwriter's circle sessions are a great way to connect more intimately with other emerging songwriters in your community. Each session features an established local songwriter from various backgrounds to talk about the music industry and give insight into their songwriting experience and process. The time is spent working on songwriting skills together and sharing a song or two by each participant.

The series was created to fill a visible need for stronger creative development opportunities or programming for local songwriters and begin establishing an effective and notable songwriting community in Winnipeg, Manitoba. With the move to an online setting, the group is open to any songwriter interested in sharing a song for critique, and need not be based in Manitoba. Space is limited.

Hosted by local songwriter Kwiat, these monthly songwriter's circle sessions are a great way to connect more intimately with other emerging songwriters in your community. Each session features an established local songwriter from various backgrounds to talk about the music industry and give insight into their songwriting experience and process. The time is spent working on songwriting skills together and sharing a song or two by each participant.

The series was created to fill a visible need for stronger creative development opportunities or programming for local songwriters and begin establishing an effective and notable songwriting community in Winnipeg, Manitoba. With the move to an online setting, the group is open to any songwriter interested in sharing a song for critique, and need not be based in Manitoba. Space is limited.

Hosted by local songwriter Kwiat, these monthly songwriter's circle sessions are a great way to connect more intimately with other emerging songwriters in your community. Each session features an established local songwriter from various backgrounds to talk about the music industry and give insight into their songwriting experience and process. The time is spent working on songwriting skills together and sharing a song or two by each participant.

The series was created to fill a visible need for stronger creative development opportunities or programming for local songwriters and begin establishing an effective and notable songwriting community in Winnipeg, Manitoba. With the move to an online setting, the group is open to any songwriter interested in sharing a song for critique, and need not be based in Manitoba. Space is limited.

Hosted by local songwriter Kwiat, these monthly songwriter's circle sessions are a great way to connect more intimately with other emerging songwriters in your community. Each session features an established local songwriter from various backgrounds to talk about the music industry and give insight into their songwriting experience and process. The time is spent working on songwriting skills together and sharing a song or two by each participant.

The series was created to fill a visible need for stronger creative development opportunities or programming for local songwriters and begin establishing an effective and notable songwriting community in Winnipeg, Manitoba. With the move to an online setting, the group is open to any songwriter interested in sharing a song for critique, and need not be based in Manitoba. Space is limited.

Hosted by local songwriter Kwiat, these monthly songwriter's circle sessions are a great way to connect more intimately with other emerging songwriters in your community. Each session features an established local songwriter from various backgrounds to talk about the music industry and give insight into their songwriting experience and process. The time is spent working on songwriting skills together and sharing a song or two by each participant.

The series was created to fill a visible need for stronger creative development opportunities or programming for local songwriters and begin establishing an effective and notable songwriting community in Winnipeg, Manitoba. With the move to an online setting, the group is open to any songwriter interested in sharing a song for critique, and need not be based in Manitoba. Space is limited.

Intermediate-level songwriters and producers will meet (sometimes for the first time), break into groups of 3 or 4 and collaborate to write a complete song in one session.

Due to COVID-19 and pandemic lockdown restrictions, we are currently planning to move our next camp online for 2021.

Hosted by local songwriter Kwiat, these monthly songwriter's circle sessions are a great way to connect more intimately with other emerging songwriters in your community. Each session features an established local songwriter from various backgrounds to talk about the music industry and give insight into their songwriting experience and process. The time is spent working on songwriting skills together and sharing a song or two by each participant.

The series was created to fill a visible need for stronger creative development opportunities or programming for local songwriters and begin establishing an effective and notable songwriting community in Winnipeg, Manitoba. With the move to an online setting, the group is open to any songwriter interested in sharing a song for critique, and need not be based in Manitoba. Space is limited.

Hosted by local songwriter Kwiat, these monthly songwriter's circle sessions are a great way to connect more intimately with other emerging songwriters in your community. Each session features an established local songwriter from various backgrounds to talk about the music industry and give insight into their experience.

The series was created to fill a visible need for stronger creative development opportunities or programming for local songwriters and begin establishing an effective and notable songwriting community in Manitoba. With the move to an online setting, the group is open to any songwriter interested in sharing a song for critique, and need not be based in Manitoba.

Hosted by local songwriter Kwiat, these monthly songwriter's circle sessions are a great way to connect more intimately with other emerging songwriters in your community. Each session features an established local songwriter from various backgrounds to talk about the music industry and give insight into their songwriting experience and process. The time is spent working on songwriting skills together and sharing a song or two by each participant.

The series was created to fill a visible need for stronger creative development opportunities or programming for local songwriters and begin establishing an effective and notable songwriting community in Winnipeg, Manitoba. With the move to an online setting, the group is open to any songwriter interested in sharing a song for critique, and need not be based in Manitoba. Space is limited.

Hosted by local songwriter Kwiat, these monthly songwriter's circle sessions are a great way to connect more intimately with other emerging songwriters in your community. Each session features an established local songwriter from various backgrounds to talk about the music industry and give insight into their songwriting experience and process. The time is spent working on songwriting skills together and sharing a song or two by each participant.

The series was created to fill a visible need for stronger creative development opportunities or programming for local songwriters and begin establishing an effective and notable songwriting community in Winnipeg, Manitoba. With the move to an online setting, the group is open to any songwriter interested in sharing a song for critique, and need not be based in Manitoba. Space is limited.

Online Zoom Meeting

Join us for our Wrap-Up Celebration to share a final song with your songwriting peers.

Online Zoom Meeting

FEATURED MENTOR: STEPHEN CARROLL

Stephen Carroll is the Music Programs manager for Manitoba Film and Music. Stephen achieved international recognition as a member of the JUNO-nominated band The Weakerthans (Epitaph/Anti Records). After joining the group in 1998, he managed all of the business affairs and helped steer the group to fame. In 2009 he began managing the Manitoba band Imaginary Cities and went on to form Empirical Artist Services Inc. Stephen was awarded Manager of the Year at the Western Canadian Music Awards in 2013, after garnering nominations for the award the two previous years. Stephen was a member of the Board of Directors for FACTOR and currently serves on the Board of Manitoba Music.

WORKSHOP: MUSIC ROYALTIES

Music royalties are a part of a complex system, that often creates problems for songwriters to receive full compensation for use of their songs. This presentation will help troubleshoot these issues and reduce the chances of songwriters losing revenue to the Black Box.

Presented by: Stephen Carroll

Online Zoom Meeting

Featured Artist: Tracy Bone

Tracy Bone-‘09 JUNO Award Nominee (Keeseekoowenin Ojibway Nation)

Multi-Award Winning Country/Americana Songstress received “Songwriter Of The Year” wins for BOTH her debut album “No Lies” (’08) and her sophomore album “Woman Of Red” (2012) at the Aboriginal People’s Choice Music Awards in Winnipeg, MB.

She was honoured with a JUNO Award Nomination for her debut Album “No Lies” in 2009.

The 2010 Vancouver Olympics Entertainer has been blessed to open for notable Country Artists such as George Canyon, Charlie Major & Terri Clark.

Her 3rd studio Album “Keeps The Fire” is slated for an early 2020 release.

Online Zoom Meeting

Featured Songwriter: Sebastian Gaskin

Sebastian Gaskin is an R&B singer/songwriter and guitarist based in Winnipeg, Canada. He released his first single titled “6AM” at the beginning of 2017, which ended up reaching the number 1 spot on the National Indigenous Countdown, and was also the recipient of the 2018 Indigenous Music Award for Most Outstanding Manitoban. He creates music for your late nights and early mornings, creating reverb-soaked soundscapes combined with heart-thumping bass and melancholic melodies. His talents have taken him across Europe and onto the stages of multiple festivals within Canada.

FEATURED MENTOR: JEN DOERKSEN

Jen Doerksen is a non-binary freelance photographer and filmmaker with a background in communications and a serious interest in audio engineering. Currently, they're creating digital content for local musicians and non-profits, and work as the assistant editor at Stylus Magazine. They are one of the three people behind BNB Studios, a video channel and photo studio for artists and musicians. They also provide digital marketing and social media management services for artists under the brand Leisure Suite. You can find them at MAKE Coffee + Stuff for mid-afternoon espressos, at the Roost for early evening cocktails, and at almost any concert or art show in the city.

WORKSHOP: Social Media and Music

Social media is one of the most accessible and entertaining forms of marketing today. I can help you understand how a platform works, how to find your audience online, and how to create content that will reach the people who want to hear your music.

Presented by: Jen Doerksen

FEATURED MENTOR: STEPHEN CARROLL OF MANITOBA FILM AND MUSIC

Stephen Carroll is the Music Programs manager for Manitoba Film and Music. Stephen achieved international recognition as a member of the JUNO-nominated band The Weakerthans (Epitaph/Anti Records). After joining the group in 1998, he managed all of the business affairs and helped steer the group to fame. In 2009 he began managing the Manitoba band Imaginary Cities and went on to form Empirical Artist Services Inc. Stephen was awarded Manager of the Year at the Western Canadian Music Awards in 2013, after garnering nominations for the award the two previous years. Stephen was a member of the Board of Directors for FACTOR and currently serves on the Board of Manitoba Music.

WORKSHOP: FUNDING

This presentation will quickly go through all of the music program funding offered by MFM and offer tips and tricks for submitting successful applications for recording, marketing, video and tour support.

Presented by: Stephen Carroll

FEATURED SONGWRITER: JENNA PRIESTNER

Jenna Priestner has been songwriting since the age of thirteen, but it wasn’t until the age of twenty-two that she played her first open mic while living in Fernie, BC. Performing on stage became an immediate rush and passion for Jenna which lead to the formation of her current band Mobina Galore in 2011. Jenna has been songwriting and co-writing with her band mate since and they have released three full length albums, two EPs and two singles - mainly in the genre of punk.

FEATURED SONGWRITER: MATT SCHELLENBERG

Born into the bustling metropolis of Kleefeld, Manitoba, Canada, home to four streets and one bay, Matt Schellenberg moved to the city of Winnipeg so that he would be able to buy a Slurpee whenever he wanted. As a young adult, his house on Lipton Street gave birth to a group called The Liptonians, who won a Western Canadian Music Award for Best Pop Recording in 2008. Schellenberg’s current musical collective, Royal Canoe, recently inked contacts with Nevado Music in North America, Embassy of Music in Europe and Moorworks in Japan. The band has toured the world and has been featured in many a taste-making blog as well as receiving a shout out from the New York Times, Consequence of Sound, and their network television debut on Last Call With Carson Daily. Along side the band, Schellenberg's work on scoring and composing has brought him into the national spotlight as an emerging composer. His work on commercials, documentaries and feature films has landed him 2017 Visual Media Composer of the Year at the Western Canadian Music Awards, and a nomination for Best Original Song at the Canadian Screen Awards. Schellenberg composed the theme music to a new nationally broadcast CBC show this fall called Now or Never.

FEATURED MENTOR: ELISE ROLLER

Elise Roller is the Industry Development Coordinator at Manitoba Music, offering consultations, and organizing workshops to provide professional development to those pursuing a career in music, as well as connecting export-ready artists with the global music industry. Roller has been actively involved in the Canadian music scene for nearly a decade, first beginning in Alberta with her solo project, but most active in touring rock outfit Go for the Eyes. She began working in artist management while living in Calgary, and moved to Manitoba in 2015 to become part of its thriving music scene joining the heavy-metal grunge band Solhounds for a couple of years. In addition to being a musician and her work in artist development, Roller has booked shows for and tour managed a number of Canadian acts and, for the past four years, has been the main stage producer for Pride Winnipeg.

Workshop: The Song Comes First

All it takes is ONE hit song to have the freedom to explore, create, and write whatever you want. This discussion will explore the fears of the word “hit song” and dissect the things keeping Manitoban artists from truly breaking into the global market.