21 October: LYRICS THAT CONNECT — Free Online Songwriting Workshop

🎵 LYRICS THAT CONNECT — FREE ONLINE WORKSHOP

Why do some lyrics feel deeply personal yet speak to people everywhere? What makes listeners believe the words, recognise themselves in them and feel emotionally connected to a song?

Join award-winning songwriter and songwriting mentor Jacques M Gentil for a free, practical and inspiring workshop exploring how to write lyrics that feel truthful, emotionally engaging and relatable.

We’ll examine:
✒️ Writing with honesty and emotional truth
✒️ Creating a genuine connection with listeners
✒️ Making personal experiences feel universal
✒️ Using vivid, specific details to bring lyrics to life
✒️ Avoiding clichés, vague language and empty lines
✒️ Practical ways to strengthen your own lyrics

Whether you are an experienced songwriter or just beginning, this workshop will give you practical ideas you can apply to your songs immediately.

This free Magesongs workshop series also forms part of Jacques’s creative research while writing his forthcoming songwriting book, WHY SONGWRITERS WRITE.

📅 Wednesday, 21 October 2026
🕢 7:30–8:45 PM Melbourne time
💻 Live online via Zoom
🎟️ Free to attend
Presented by Magesongs School of Songwriting
WRITE BETTER SONGS

About the Presenter
Jacques M Gentil is the founder of the Magesongs School of Songwriting and has mentored songwriters since 2002. He was named ASA/APRA Australian Songwriter of the Year in 2013 and is the winner of the Commonwealth Song Contest 2026. His former students have received numerous national and international songwriting awards.

Bring your questions and a willingness to explore what can make your lyrics stand out without any melody.

Note: Zoom link will only show after you have RSVP'd.

🎤 Hosted by award-winning songwriter Jacques Gentil
🌏 Free and Online via Zoom
🎼 Open to songwriters of all levels
Join us for another inspiring session in the Magesongs Songwriting Series.