Orit Shimoni has released 12 highly reputed albums and has written many more songs still to be recorded. A former educator and a true believer in the importance of eloquent expression! “Orit knows how to translate what is going on in the world into words and music with great precision and accuracy." - Rootstime Music

FOR ANYONE, AT ANYTIME

  Whether you've been a songwriter for many years, or have never written a song, (and don't even know if you want to!) -  Songwriting has a great deal to offer everybody, with tools for  processing our selves and the world around us, to find our inner voice, find out what it is we want to (or need to) say,  and to find a way to express ourselves!

For several years, Orit has offered a class she calls "Chiseling the Truth" -  Where she shares the tips and secrets she has honed for years as a songwriter to help us get to the core of our expression.

Offered in group settings or in one-on-one mentoring sessions, or both! -  (one on ones can also be done over Zoom) - Whether you're half-way through writing something and want some guidance or have no idea where to even begin, Orit's experience as a teacher and educator make her a sensitive and caring instructor that brings joy and humour to the process as well as safe, emotional support to one's process of uncovering their inner sentiments.  

TESTIMONIALS BELOW!

For pricing, bookings, or more information  -  contact [email protected]
and put SONGWRITING in the subject line.

It's Therapeutic!

Many of us already think of music as therapeutic, have been soothed or inspired by a beautiful melody, a solid groove, a great line of lyrics that resonated with us deeply.  But how does that magic work? And why is it so important to our well-being?   In this fun, interactive, and uplifting workshop, Orit uncovers the roots of empathy, self-awareness, and compassionate listening that are present in all of us, and which have been the driving force behind her own career as an educator and musician.  You do not need to be a musician to understand, enjoy, and employ the many benefits of rhythm, sound, creative focus, and authentic verbal expression.   Come and find out how to tap into it, and reap the benefits!
 

It's Eye Opening!

 One of the biggest gifts that songwriting workshops have to offer, is that they open up a channel of expression in us we might not have even been aware of!
Over years of both doing her own songwriting and facilitating workshops for others, one of the biggest takeaways has been that there are big surprises in what comes out!

The methods Orit uses in her class help uncover the internal sentiments and narratives that we carry deep within!

Once discovered, she helps to form the most articulate and impactful version of it!

It's Heartwarming!

The most beautiful part of the group workshops is that we hear and encourage each other's articulations.
Whether people are sharing something funny about the hole in their socks, or a deeper more personal grief or anxiety, the workshop fosters a space where communal expression allows us to get to know each other in greater depth and with better empathy.

In the one on one sessions, this same compassion unfolds in the form of self acceptance and self love!

TESTIMONIALS

 
 
“I didn’t realize that this kind of workshop would be for me, since I’m not a writer.  I don’t even journal.  Orit invited me to it as a way to express some pain I was experiencing.  OT my surprise, the session gave me clarity and relief from so much anger I was carrying.  I left feeling so much better, it was like therapy!  And much cheaper! Lol.  The workshop was filled with tears and laughter and it was something I didn’t know I needed!”  
 
“I wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed the group workshop on Friday! I’m amazed at how much information you were able to fit into such a short amount of time, and your enthusiasm for writing and expressing is absolutely contagious! I was telling my sister yesterday, that you seem like one of those people that have found and gone after exactly what they’re meant to do, and it shows in your energy and presence. It was a privilege and a pleasure to experience, thank you!”  
 
“I’ve been a songwriter for many years but the topics I’m unpacking are sometimes dark and difficult. Orit helped me explore what I was really feeling and I was comfortable enough with her to be honest.”
 
““From forty years as a blocked poet to overnight singer-songwriter.     Orit’s helpful, respectful and sincere guidance through this process was a wonderful gift.
 I quickly fell in love with the process and strategy of making a song out of a silly idea that I had. I am so curious now to apply that formula to write about the not silly ideas I want to pursue in song (song wasn’t what I came for, I came to see if the block could be melted) and yes, I’m hoping more silly songs are in me, too.
Recommend is too general a word to describe why writers of every sort could benefit from Orit’s generous sharing of her process, her art and her genuine support for what you want to say or sing from your heart.”
 
“Thank you so much for giving my son a voice and a song to have his day.  Finally after 28 years he has a skill to speak with his heart. Thanks so much for you and your gift. What a blessing to us.”
 
“It helped me so much to achieve my goal to possibly being a song writer one day.  Thank you so much, Orit and I hope I can do it again.”