Reviews

 Bandwriting is an amazing program. I learned so much about the songwriting process and collaborative writing, and had so much fun getting to know Stu, Rob, and everyone else involved. Even though bandwriting was virtual this past summer, it still felt like we were all connected and making music as if we were interacting in person. Stu and Rob are so nice and incredible teachers, and always made everyone feel included and welcome in the program regardless of age or experience. Can't wait for next summer!! 

- Mia Age 14

10/20/20

 My kid did bandcamp this summer and of all the things she did on line, this was a highlight. It was suprisingly engaging and active, even though on line - it was like producing music in a studio. It was beautiful to watch Stu and friends support each child, helping them hone their musical voice and spark, building confidence and strengths, and encouraging their creative takes. Each shined on their own, but it was cool to see the young teens working together to build a song collectively, going beyond the flat screen to create a happening. And what a beautiful rocking conclusion--a great group video! My kid will cherish the experience and has in hand a terrific recording to share and confidence and build upon. Thanks Band Camp! 

- Catherine C.

10/20/20

 WE LOVE BANDWRITING!
I can't thank Stuart enough for creating an amazing environment for kids' creativity to spring and grow. Ayala, my daughter participated in 3 or 4 summer camp sessions and she just loved it. We still sing the songs they created there at the dinner table The team of instructers are wonderful mentors, living the music and creating a calm and warm environment. If you have a kid who sings or plays an instrument - try it out!

- Karen L.

10/20/20

"Bandwriting Collective is an incredible experience. The instructors are excellent, super nice and very creative. They work very hard to create the right environment for songwriting and composing. They push the kids when appropriate, and hold back at just the right moment.They work hard trying to put the right small groups of kids together so that there is great flow and synergy. My daughter has grown tremendously as a musician and artist from having this experience. A great way to spend time as a young person."

- Lisa S.

10/11/20

My 11 year old son is a drummer and got hooked up with Stu and the Bandwriting Collective two summers ago. He had an amazing time in working with all of the teachers and creating songs the first week of camp. Being able to go into a studio and lay down tracks and capping off the entire process with a live performance in the second week was thrilling for all of us. I was just listening to one of the songs on a run the other day and the quality is really impressive.

If you have a budding musician of any kind, this is a wonderful, safe space to have them explore what is possible. The kindness of every instructor and Stu's enthusiasm for developing music is something very rare in this city.

The pandemic has made it a little more difficult to recreate the magic of the in studio creating process but the team has been innovative in leveraging technology to keep the music alive. I'm very grateful we found this outlet for my son.

-Colby T

11/2/20