Find Your Way Into Songwriting
You Can Write Songs is a welcoming space to explore your musical voice.
Whether you have a notebook full of lyrics, a few guitar chords, or no idea where to begin, songwriting is something you can explore. Through hands-on workshops and creative exercises, you'll learn practical tools, experiment with ideas, and discover where a song can take you.
There’s no pressure to be perfect. No expectation to share your work. Just space to experiment, learn, and create.
Your Facilitator: Nick Lee
Nick Lee is a songwriter and instrumentalist based in Peoria, Illinois, known for his intricate guitar work, concise lyricism, and comedic storytelling. He has recorded with Grammy-nominated producer Kenneth Pattengale of The Milk Carton Kids and has opened for acclaimed songwriters including Joe Pug, Dan Bern, and Chicago Farmer. Nick brings a Midwestern hospitality to the stage and his shows often feel like you’ve just caught up with a friend you haven’t seen in a while.