FPC to Host *Songwriting Workshop* with Worship Leaders Kenny and Claire in August

Youth and adults in Clarksville are invited to write and perform a song together at FPC with worship leaders Kenny and Claire!

WORKSHOP OBJECTIVE:

Our objective during this workshop is to a) learn basic songwriting skills, b) cowrite at least one worship song--both music and lyrics--and c) perform the music during worship on Sunday with the assistance of FPC musicians!

SCHEDULE:

Fri-Sat Workshop with Kenny and Claire (required attendance)

• Friday, August 26, 5:00-8:00pm ***Snacks Provided***
• Saturday, August 27, 9:00am-3:00pm ***Lunch Provided***

Sunday Performance during Worship (optional attendance)

• Sunday, August 28, 9:00-11:30 am

REQUIREMENTS:

• This workshop is open to those ages 16 and up. Exceptions may be made depending on circumstance. Message FPC's Music Director, Hannah Cruse, at cruse.hannah@gmail.com for clarification or questions.
• All musical levels welcome. We will make use of your gifts, whether you sing, play an instrument, write poetry, or are creative in some other way.
• Bring a notepad and pencil for taking notes and brainstorming together.
• Come with eagerness to learn, bravery to contribute, and graciousness towards others.

REGISTRATION:

• $35 per person. This helps cover the cost of food; musician fees have graciously been taken care of by the church.
• Deadline is Sunday, August 21 at 5:00 pm.
• CLICK HERE to Register on Eventbrite!

ABOUT THE HOSTS:

Kenny and Claire Hilliard are a husband-and-wife worship duo based in Nashville, TN. They write worship songs and rewrite hymns in a Folk/Americana style. Their goal is to encourage the church with lyrics and music that contain deep doctrinal truths and are firmly rooted in scripture. Listen to a sample of their music ("Are You Weary?") below.

First Presbyterian Church Clarksville believes that music-making is transformational. Musical participation expresses our love for God, affirms and teaches our beliefs, strengthens faithful relationships, exposes our strengths and growing edges in a safe space, and inspires discipleship beyond these church walls. Our worship music typically includes pipe organ works, traditional hymns, choral anthems, and contemporary songs done acoustically. Listen below to a song ("Reflect the Face of God") written by one of our congregants, Leo Adames, for a sample of our style.