Magesongs Songwriting Workshops Australia

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(Note: We will have a moderator for these events onwards. Our last session had childish behavior I needed to remove from the group. Anyone only attending to disrupt the meeting, acting childish or not abiding with the rules will be immediately booted out of the session, no question asked. Anyone disrespectful of others will be removed. Also, if you have children or little siblings, please do not show their face in the camera or you will be removed. Unless authorized to speak, please leave your microphone muted. Thank you)

Artificial Intelligence is entering the world of songwriting faster than many writers realise.

Some songwriters are excited about the possibilities. Others worry that AI could weaken creativity or even replace human songwriters.

So what should songwriters actually think about AI?

This session is part of the Magesongs Songwriting Series, a monthly online meetup exploring important topics related to songwriting, creativity and the music industry.
Each session focuses on issues that songwriters face today, presented by award-winning songwriter and mentor Jacques Gentil, founder of Magesongs School of Songwriting since 2002.

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TOPIC OF THE MONTH
The AI Trap: Should Songwriters Use AI or Avoid It?

Artificial Intelligence tools are suddenly everywhere in music.

Some writers are already using AI to generate lyrics, melodies and production ideas. Others believe relying on AI may damage originality and creativity.

In this session we will explore:
• what AI tools can actually do in songwriting
• why some songwriters are embracing AI
• why others are strongly against it
• the potential advantages and risks of using AI
• the questions songwriters should be asking themselves

This topic has quickly become one of the most debated issues among songwriters today.
Join us for an open and thoughtful discussion.

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This session is suitable for:
• beginner songwriters
• experienced writers
• singer-songwriters
• lyric writers
• anyone interested in songwriting

No prior experience is required.

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ABOUT THE HOST
Jacques Gentil is an award-winning songwriter and founder of Magesongs School of Songwriting.
He has been teaching songwriting since 2002, helping developing writers understand the tools and techniques used by professional songwriters.
Jacques has received recognition in major songwriting competitions including winning the Australian Songwriters Association Awards as well as the UK Songwriting Contest, and has mentored many songwriters over the years.

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EVENT FORMAT
This online meetup will include:
• presentation of the topic
• insights from professional songwriting practice
• discussion and exchange of ideas
• Q&A with participants

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ONLINE EVENT
This session will take place on Zoom.
The Zoom link will be provided to attendees who RSVP before the event.

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PART OF THE MAGESONGS SONGWRITING SERIES
This event is part of a monthly series exploring songwriting craft and the music industry.

Future sessions will cover topics such as:
• copyright and intellectual property (coming a week after)
• songwriting royalties
• music publishing
• songwriting competitions
• writing commercially successful songs

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IMPORTANT NOTE
This session is FREE to attend, but RSVP is required to receive the Zoom link.

🎵 SONGWRITERS WORKSHOP – JUNE SESSION 🎵

𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗥-𝗦𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗪𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝘃𝘀 𝗦𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗪𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗦
𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗜𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿

Are they really the same thing?

Today, many artists write, record, produce, upload, perform and promote their own songs — but does that automatically make them professional songwriters?

And where does that leave the traditional songwriter who writes songs for OTHER artists?

In this eye-opening workshop, award-winning songwriter and mentor Jacques M. Gentil explores the often misunderstood difference between:
• Singer-songwriters
• Professional songwriters
• Recording artists
• Producers
• Topliners
• Lyricists
• Commercial writers

We’ll discuss:
🎤 Writing for yourself vs writing for the industry
🎤 Why some great singers are weak songwriters
🎤 Why many successful songwriters never perform publicly
🎤 Collaboration in modern songwriting
🎤 The rise of the independent artist
🎤 The difference between “performing songs” and “crafting songs”
🎤 How the music business sees these roles
🎤 Why this distinction matters more than ever today

Whether you are:
• an aspiring songwriter,
• an indie artist,
• a singer-songwriter,
• or simply curious about how the industry really works…

…this session will challenge the way you think about songwriting.

Hosted by:
Jacques M. Gentil
ASA/APRA Australian Songwriter of the Year 2013
ASCAP-affiliated songwriter, mentor & music publisher

🌏 Australia-wide Online Workshop
💻 Live via Zoom
🎶 All levels welcome