As part of the Irish Institute of Music & Song’s (IIMS) International Songwriting Retreat, why not join us across 4 fascinating guest speaker evening events in the intimate setting of The Square on the IIMS campus in Balbriggan, Co. Dublin, to get a rare and detailed insight into the world of a professional musician.

Across a blend of Q&A-style conversations and lectures, the topics covered will include:

1. How songwriters can maintain and harness creativity over time.

2. The various ways artists can protect themselves within the music industry.

3. An insight into the life and work of a world famous touring artist.

4. The mental journey of an artist from writing in their bedroom to performing to adoring fans all over the world.

5. Universal insights into the songwriting process which transcend all styles of music.

6. Balancing the workload of touring, writing, recording and promoting while also allowing sufficient headspace to be creative.

Location - The Square @ The IIMS.

Time - Doors 7.45PM - Start 8PM

Events

Duke Special: Mon 24 July

Paddy Casey: Tues 25 July

Ryan Sheridan: Thur 27 July

Paddy McPoland: Fri 28 July

Pricing

• Individual Events - €29.50

• Complete Series Ticket (All 4 Events) - €85