Cephalopods, Songwriting, and the Beauty in the Mess: A Conversation with Elana Stone
Cephalopods, Songwriting, and the Beauty in the Mess: A Conversation with Elana Stone Based on the Podcast Episode: "Cephalopods, Songwriting, and the Beauty in the Mess: A Conversation with Elana Stone" - Episode 62, The Magic of Songwriting with Francesca de Valence In my conversation with Elana Stone, what really stood out was her openness about the chaos of creative life. Touring with Missy Higgins one day, writing songs between baby naps the next—Elana
Under the Streetlights: Songwriting Insights with Andrew McCrorie-Shand
Under the Streetlights: Songwriting Insights with Andrew McCrorie-Shand Based on the Podcast Episode: "Under the Streetlights: Andrew McCrorie-Shand on Writing from Image, Emotion and Imagination" - Episode 61, The Magic of Songwriting with Francesca de Valence What a gift it was to sit down with a songwriter who has lived so many musical lives. In my recent conversation with Andrew McCrorie-Shand , I was struck not only by his incredible career – from prog rock
From the Top End to the Studio: Crystal Robins on the Journey of Songwriting and Resilience
From the Top End to the Studio: Crystal Robins on the Journey of Songwriting and Resilience Based on the Podcast Episode: "From the Top End to the Studio: Crystal Robins on the Journey of Songwriting and Resilience" - Episode 60, The Magic of Songwriting with Francesca de Valence In this episode of The Magic of Songwriting Podcast, Francesca de Valence speaks with Darwin-based songwriter and music therapist Crystal Robins. They explore how Crystal’s connection
If You Give Her Lemons: Jaime Jackett’s Art of Reinvention
If You Give Her Lemons: Jaime Jackett’s Art of Reinvention Based on the Podcast Episode: "If You Give Her Lemons: Jaime Jackett’s Art of Reinvention" - Episode 59, The Magic of Songwriting with Francesca de Valence For Jaime Jackett, songwriting isn’t just a practice—it’s a way of breathing. On The Magic of Songwriting Podcast, the genre-fluid pop artist, multi-instrumentalist, and brain cancer survivor takes us behind the scenes of her debut album Reinvention, and
Golden Lover, Silver Song – Pat Tierney on Writing with Heart
Golden Lover, Silver Song - Pat Tierney on Writing with Heart Based on the Podcast Episode: "Golden Lover, Silver Song: Pat Tierney on Writing with Heart" - Episode 58, The Magic of Songwriting with Francesca de Valence Ten years into a career shaped by lap slide guitar, soulful storytelling and steady touring, Pat Tierney is still discovering what it means to write from the heart. In a recent episode of The Magic of Songwriting
How a New Mum and Dad Made an Album While the Baby Slept – Mardi Lumsden on Making Slow Emotion
How a New Mum and Dad Made an Album While the Baby Slept - Mardi Lumsden on Making Slow Emotion Based on the Podcast Episode: "How a New Mum and Dad Made an Album While the Baby Slept - Mardi Lumsden on Making Slow Emotion" - Episode 57, The Magic of Songwriting with Francesca de Valence Award-winning Brisbane synth-pop artist Mardi Lumsden has long been known for her ethereal songwriting and shimmering sonic landscapes.
Feeling Lost After Releasing Your Song? Here’s What To Do Next
Feeling Lost After Releasing Your Song? Here’s What To Do Next You’ve just released your new song. Congratulations! But now you’re staring at your screen thinking… what now? This moment — full of potential, uncertainty, and maybe a little panic — is something we see all the time with artists. You’ve done the hard work of writing, recording, mixing, and releasing. And then comes the most daunting part: getting it heard. If you’ve ever found
5 Common Questions About Our Songwriting Retreat
5 Common Questions About Our Songwriting Retreat Thinking About Joining Our Songwriting Retreat? We get it — deciding to come on a songwriting retreat can feel like a big step, especially if you're not sure what to expect. So, we’ve put together some answers to common questions we get asked. Hopefully, this helps you feel a bit more at ease. And if you’re still unsure? Send us a message — we’re happy to chat.
Collaboration Beyond Songwriting: A Journey with Francesca de Valence and Emma Bosworth
Collaboration Beyond Songwriting: A Journey with Francesca de Valence and Emma Bosworth Based on the Podcast Episode: "Collaboration Beyond Songwriting: A Journey with Francesca de Valence and Emma Bosworth" - Episode 56, The Magic of Songwriting with Francesca de Valence Collaboration in the musical realm often focuses on the process of writing a song together. But as Francesca de Valence and Emma Bosworth shared during the recent co-production of their songwriting retreat, collaboration can
Co-writing Across Generations
Co-writing across Generations Based on the Podcast Episode: "The Chaos and Order of Nature and Finding Connection across Generations" - Episode 55, The Magic of Songwriting with Francesca de Valence We finish our journey into the woods for our Songwriting Retreat 2024 and take you behind the scenes to give you a glimpse of co-writing in real-time. Thank you to our songwriters Maddison Kate and Amanda Thomas for sharing a brand new created work
