Songwriting and Performance
☆ WRITE ORIGINAL MUSIC + PERFORM IT LIVE ★ GROUPED BY AGE ☆ REQUIRES 1+ YEAR OF SONGWRITING EXPERIENCE + BASIC INSTRUMENT SKILLS ★ ALL EQUIPMENT PROVIDED
Lyric Writing & Storytelling
Turn what you feel into words that hit. You’ll dig into the art of lyric writing — how to tell stories that sound real, honest, and unforgettable.
Melody & Song Structure
Find your hook, shape your sound. Learn how verses, pre-choruses, and bridges keep a song moving and make people want to listen again.
Recording & Demo Creation
Capture your work like a pro! You’ll record a polished demo in GarageBand or Ableton — your first real track to take home and share.
Collaboration & Feedback
Songwriting doesn’t happen in a vacuum. Workshop your songs with other writers and mentors — real talk, real feedback, no ego.
Performance Confidence
It’s not just about playing the song — it’s about owning it. You’ll practice stage presence and performing your original music live on stage for your peers.
In this track, you’ll focus on what makes music magic — turning your stories into songs that sound like you. You’ll dig into lyric writing, arrangement, and the basics of music theory while finding your own style as an artist.
You’ll also get hands-on with recording tools like GarageBand and Ableton — not to become a producer, but to capture your sound and take home a professional-quality demo of your original song.
Think of it as a creative journey from first lyric to live stage — writing, refining, and performing your own music surrounded by people who get it.
Don’t stress if you’ve never recorded before — we’ll meet you where you are. What matters most is your passion for songwriting and storytelling (plus at least one year of writing and basic instrument experience).
The session wraps with your live performance — your song, your voice, your moment. 🎤
“we picked our daughter up at 5:30 this morning and she was full of stories of her awesome experience at camp…
… What is very clear to us is she had an extraordinary experience, made wonderful new friends, and was able to express her full authentic creative self—plus has a newfound love for MIDI 🙂 Thank you all and the rest of your crew for all the work you continue to put in for all of the young people you touch. Your efforts are truly appreciated.”
⚡️ Take Your Songwriting Further
Go beyond the practice room — this is where your ideas turn into art.
With support from Amplify’s mentors and guest artists, you’ll dive deep into songwriting: lyrics, melody, and performance that reflect your voice and story.
🎶 What You’ll Do:
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Write and refine an original song from start to finish
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Build your chops in lyric writing, melody, and structure
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Find your stage confidence and share your music live
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Get real feedback and support from mentors and peers
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Record a demo of your original song — a tangible piece of your artistry to take home
💜 The Finale:
Your track ends the way it should — on stage, performing your own music for a live audience. It’s more than a showcase; it’s a celebration of your creativity, courage, and growth as an artist.
