Johnny Mercer Foundation Songwriting Intensive

June 12-19, 2024

What is it?

A fully funded Songwriting Intensive. This 8-day songwriting Intensive focuses on providing 10 young artists a unique opportunity to learn the fundamentals of contemporary and musical theater songwriting from top industry professionals to further the skills and tools needed to pursue a professional career as songwriters.

Where is it?

Snow Pond Center for the Arts, on an idyllic lake in Sidney, Maine .

When is it?

The camp runs from June 12-19, 2024 (with travel days on June 11th and 20th)

Who is it for?

Serving songwriters ages 18-25 (must turn 18 prior to first day of intensive).

What is provided?

Free tuition, lodging, all meals, transportation to and from the Maine airport, and up to $500 in travel receipts.

What can I expect from this experience?

This 8-day songwriting Intensive focuses on the fundamentals of contemporary and musical theater songwriting through a JMFSWI2 series of tutorials, master classes, workshops and collaborative writing exercises. The curriculum will also cover the fundamentals of music production including covering the basics of the DAW (Digital Audio Workplace) as well as the fundamentals of musical arrangement. In addition, students will have time to enjoy activities on the lake like swimming, kayaking, canoeing, campfires and more!

What do I need to submit?

Submit a link to 2 audio song samples and lyric sheets in any genre (i.e. Pop, Rock, R&B, HipHop, Country, Musical Theatre, Folk, Jazz, etc.) Submissions October 15, 2023 to February 1, 2024 - HERE.

When do submissions open?