Song Master

I had a wonderful time last week doing this workshop with the yr 11 & 12 Cert III music students from St Norbert College. They were tasked to write a song in a day, then I recorded each song on day two. Such talent! Super impressed with each and every one of them.

ST NORBERT NEWS - Week 2.10 - Issue 6: The Arts THE Year 11 and 12 Certificate III Music students embarked on a two-day incursion in the Xanten Performing Arts Centre on Wednesday, 29 and Thursday, 30 June. The workshop was facilitated by award-winning singer-songwriter Nat Ripepi who shared her expertise, experiences and passion with us.

I made a simple mock-up of the Jam Van interior. Small, but functional. Can’t wait for the dream to become a reality. Long way to go compared to where it’s at now. Frame is finally treated and painted, new step and stabilisers added. Slowly but surely 😁

Turns out Mum and Dad were right: Those piano lessons and the endless hours in school band practice were good for you! From making you smarter to diminishing the effects of brain aging to improving emotional stability, it seems playing an instrument has a hand in reconfiguring your brain and enhancing it — permanently.

In my Song Master workshops, I not only assist students with writing and recording their own songs, but I also teach Guitar and Voice. (And the good news is, it’s never too late to start learning!....)

Here are several reasons why you'll all be glad you delved back into music!
• Enriches connections between the left and right brain
• Boosts executive brain function
• Strengthens speech processing
• Magnifies memory
• Promotes empathy
• Slows brain aging
• Fosters math and science ability
• Improves motor skills
• Elevates mental health
• Sharpens self-esteem

Have a happy day! Get in touch with us if you'd like to get involved, no matter your age or ability... 🎸🎹🎼💛