FSGW Presents Bob Franke Concert and Songwriting Workshop in McLean, VA

What: Bob Franke Concert and Songwriting Workshop

When: Concert: Friday, October 24, at 8 p.m.

Songwriting Workshop,

Part I: Saturday, October 25 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Part 2: Sunday, October 26 at 3 p.m.

Where: Surge Community Church, 1988 Kirby Rd., McLean, VA 22101

Admission: FREE for Members (donation requested)/$20.00 for Non-members, half price for Songwriters Association of Washington (SAW) members

Information & Directions: fsgw.org

Reservations: You can buy tickets at the door or in advance at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/901756 or http://franke.brownpapertickets.com

This concert is free to members of the Folklore Society of Greater Washington and half price for members of the Songwriters Association of Washington.

Beginners and aspiring songwriters who seek to hone their craft are invited to Bob’s two-part, afternoon songwriting workshop at the Surge Community Church in McLean, VA on Saturday, October 25 and Sunday, October 26.

In first workshop session, from 1-4 pm on Saturday, Bob will talk about resources for songwriters. Then he will interview participants and give them individual songwriting assignments. The next day, at 3 p.m., the participants bring back their first drafts for a compassionate and specific group critique with suggestions for revision. Bob ensures a safe and nurturing environment for writers at all skill levels.

The workshop fee is $50. Register by e-mailing program@fsgw.org.

The Surge Community Church is located at 1988 Kirby Rd., McLean, VA 22101 (at the intersection with Westmoreland St.)

To learn more about this event and the Folklore Society of Greater Washington, visit our website at fsgw.org.