11th Annual REO Songwriter's Retreat
July 11-16, 2010
Retreat Contact: Bryan Fogelman800-736-7238
bryan@reorafting.com
What makes the REO Retreat different from any other songwriting camp?
Start with an incredible setting right on the edge of a beautiful jade-green river with rushing rapids, canyon backdrop and surrounded by unlimited mountains and forest.
Add some of the best songwriting mentors on the planet; a low instructor to student ratio to enhance the intimacy and one-on-one time with our instructors and attendees; private critique session with your choice of instructor; valuable co-writing opportunities; and last but not least, the chance to participate in whitewater rafting (intense) or scenic float rafting (relaxing) on the Nahatlatch and Fraser Rivers. Join participants from around the world for an amazing week of songwriting and camaraderie.
Instructors
Pat Pattison
Professor at Berklee College of
Music in Boston, Pat developed the first Songwriting Major in the USA. He has published three best-selling books on songwriting including Writing Better Lyrics (Writers Digest, 1995). Pat has hosted seven Songwriters Retreats at REO since 1996. Pat teaches across the country and is involved with TAXI, NSAI, SAC and many other songwriting associations. http://www.patpattison.com/home/Beth Nielsen Chapman
Beth Nielsen Chapman's name resonates powerfully with music lovers. Stars such as Bonnie Raitt, Neil Diamond, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Emmylou Harris, Michael MacDonald, Bette Midler, Anne Murray, Amy Grant, Keb Mo, Roberta Flack, Patti Griffin and Brenda Lee have recorded Beth Nielsen Chapman songs. "This Kiss", as recorded by Faith Hill, won ASCAP's 1999 "Song of the Year" award and was nominated for a Grammy. In addition to 9 highly-acclaimed albums and countless songwriting awards, Beth mentors fellow songwriters at a few select events. The REO Songwriters Retreat will be a rare opportunity to experience and learn from one of the world's best songwriters. http://bethnielsenchapman.com
2010 Retreat Highlights
- One-on-one sessions!
- Free whitewater rafting or scenic float trip adventure!
- More Canadian Entertainment!
- Performance Master Classes
- Songwriting Master Classes
- Small group lyric and melody sessions
- Inspirational Setting
REO is a recreational paradise for rafting, hiking, kayaking, biking, and canoeing. After a day of inspirational songwriting, unwind on the private beach, walk the picturesque nature trail or soak in the riverside hot tub. Our wilderness chefs will impress you with their daily creations. Evenings are special with a fun and relaxing night of campfire entertainment.
All-inclusive Prices
Retreat fees are all-inclusive of tuition, meals, choice of lodging, beverages, snacks, resort amenities (hot tub, hot showers, private beach), 1-on-1 critiques & evening sessions for 6-day / 5-night retreat.
Prices per person for each lodging option are as follows (All-inclusive):- Camping in own tent/RV $895
- Large Cabin tent (3-4 sharing; twin beds) $1045
- Cabin tent (2 sharing, twin beds) $1,145
- Rivers Edge (2 sharing, queen bed) $1,195
- Rivers Edge (Single, queen bed) $1,495
- Spouse/Partner/Children Non-songwriter rate: Deduct $300 from applicable rate above (e.g. camping rate is $595).
New: FREE Whitewater Rafting Trip or Scenic Float trip adventure
You asked for more fun time and you got it! Book & pay for your retreat by May 15, 2010 and enjoy a FREE whitewater rafting trip on the Nahatlatch River or a scenic float adventure on the Fraser River (relaxing) ($125 value). If you choose not to enjoy these 4-hour adventures, you can use the time to co-write, relax, hang out at the beach or enjoy a hike on the nature trail.
Vancouver International Airport: Start times and Info
The retreat check-in is Sunday afternoon (July 11) at 5 PM. Our first session begins at 3:30 PM. If arriving from the Vancouver International Airport (YVR), please schedule your flight to arrive by 1 pm at the latest. REO is 3-3.5 hours drive from the airport. Seattle Airport (SEA-TAC) is 4.5-5 hours south of REO so we recommend you fly in on Saturday or arrive no later than 11:30 AM on Sunday.Car-pooling will be arranged when possible to assist getting to and from Vancouver. Please be flexible if you require a ride. Weekly car rentals start at $225 US for the week so sharing a car is economical and gives you more options and flexibility.
Bryan Fogelman, Retreat Organizer
Bryan Fogelman is a songwriter and the owner of Blue Crush Music. He is also a member of SAC, SOCAN, and NSAI. He has organized the retreat for the past eight years. To Book This Retreat In order to secure your spot at the Songwriters Retreat or ask for more details, please call our office 1.800.736.7238 or email at info@reorafting.com. Our office is open Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm PST.
How to Get to REO Rafting Resort
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is a 3 hour drive from REO (longer during busy travel times). Car-pooling will be arranged when possible. Seattle Airport (SEA-TAC) is 4.5 hours south of REO. Renting a vehicle for a week is also an option.
To Book The Songwriters Retreat:
Toll Free: 800.736.7238
Vancouver area: 604-461-7238
Fax: 604-461-4436
Email: info@reorafting.com or bryan@bluecrushmusic.com
Mailing Address:
845 Spence Way
Anmore, BC V3H 5H4
Canada
Jessica Meider, songwriter-performer and past attendee
"This is a convergence of the 3 things i love best; environment, songwriting and learning. The environment: pine trees, sandy ground, bright crisp blue skies, cool dewdrop grassy mornings accompanied by a climbing sun that peaks over the ridges of high mountains, a gazillion stars across an ebony night sky, jade-green river and white granite river rocks, campfires and songwriting circles, music discussions over home-cooked meals, always adorned with fresh fruits and veggies, a quiet that exudes peace, with the background of the rush river always a low rumble passing by. Also, no mosquitos!! Pat Pattison's lyric writing lessons are a wonderful wake up call to a songwriter - at any level. i love how much awareness he brings to the table, and his enthusiasm for poetry and lyrical excellence only cheers on my own enthusiasm for better songwriting. The 2nd day we took the Nahatlatch on a raft, an invigorating and challenging activity. The sun heating our skin, cruising on the cleanest, clearest, coolest water; navigating on the Nahatlatch was a fine symbol of the challenges we face in our own lives - how to take them head on at times, and if you fall in the river, how vital it is to have a team of caring friends around to work together to get you back on course! Even though it pains me to promote something i would rather keep to myself, this good thing is something for anyone who has a love for songwriting - there is no better environment for this to take place, and no better inspiration for motivating yourself to improve!"