Song-writing: A one-day workshop with Chris Difford

Awen is delighted to announce the launch of our Awen Skills programme at The Met Theatre, Abertillery. Funded thanks to support from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund in partnership with Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council, two years of FREE creative, vocational skills-based training will be available for those aged 16 and over living anywhere in the county.

Learn the art and craft of writing song lyrics with Ivor Novello award-winning lyricist Chris Difford, founding member of Squeeze.

Good lyrics are the key to making a song connect with an audience by imbuing it with an emotional heart. Great lyrics will even drive a song’s melody and tone. During this practical course with award-winning Squeeze lyricist Chris Difford, you’ll explore and experiment with various lyrical perspectives and techniques, enabling you to develop a personal style of expression.

You’ll learn how the best lyrics are true to the writer, conveying personal ideas and emotions. Whether your head is in the clouds, the kitchen sink or the gutter, Chris will help you use your own feelings and experiences to write lyrics that will resonate with listeners and add new depth to your music.

Join us for this FREE event on Sunday 18th February 2024 10:00am to 4:00pm, at the Met, Abertillery. Attendance is free but booking is highly recommended due to limited spaces available.

Also, Chris Difford will be performing at The Met in the evening at 7.30pm.