Grow as a Songwriter
**Unleash Your Musical Energy - October 10-13, 2024**
Where Inspiration Meets Serenity: Boyd Lodges, Cross Lake, MN
$397.00 per person included the retreat, lodging and meals.
Are you ready to elevate your songwriting skills amidst the tranquil beauty of Boyd Lodges? We're inviting passionate songwriters to join us for the first ever At-Home Songwriting Retreat, an unforgettable journey of musical growth and connection.
Cozy Up in Comfort: 5 Bedroom Cabins Await
Picture this: waking up in a snug cabin, surrounded by creative minds, ready to explore the depths of your songwriting potential. That's what our retreat promises – a blend of comfort and creativity!
Learn, Connect, Network: The Songwriter's Dream
This isn't just a retreat; it's a launching pad for your songwriting. Dive into the craft with educational sessions led by Chad Shank, the mastermind behind At-Home Songwriting and a Berklee Online Lyric Instructor. You're not just attending workshops; you're forging connections that could shape your musical journey.
Bond Over Meals & Melodies
What's a retreat without easy, delicious meals and great company? Share stories, collaborate on tunes, and maybe even write the next big hit over a shared meal!
All This for Just $397 per person! Limited Spots Available
Forget those overpriced retreats. For just $397, you're getting an experience worth thousands. But hurry – spaces are filling up fast!
Why Wait? Secure Your Spot and Rate Now!
Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your craft, meet amazing people, and create memories that will last a lifetime. Sign up now and lock in your spot at this unbeatable rate.
The First Ever At-Home Songwriting Retreat in Cross Lake, MN: Where Music Finds Its True Nature
Join us for an experience where fun, learning, and relaxation harmonize in a picturesque setting. See you there!
Hey Songwriter!
I’m Chad Shank, and I help songwriters take the guessing out of writing pro level songs by teaching repeatable techniques, clear processes, and practical systems that actually work. I believe great songs are not accidents. They are built with intention, clarity, and emotion using tools you can learn and trust.
Music is how we make sense of ourselves and connect with each other. I have seen firsthand how songwriting can unlock confidence, spark friendships, and give people their voice back. That belief is at the heart of everything I teach through At Home Songwriting.
I bring over 30 years of real world music industry experience to my teaching. I have written thousands of songs across pop, country, dance, hip hop, and adult contemporary, and I continue to release my own music as an independent artist. My songs have been licensed for television on networks including HBO, MTV, WE, Fox Business, and Discovery. I have released hundreds of songs across Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube, and I am actively writing, recording, and releasing music today. I do not teach theory from the sidelines. I teach what I use.
Along the way, I have run an indie record label, worked more than seven years in commercial radio, and served as Education Director for the Minnesota Association of Songwriters. I teach lyric writing for Berklee College of Music Online, hold a Certificate in Songwriting from Berklee, and earned a diploma in Audio Engineering from The Recording Workshop in Chillicothe, Ohio. Teaching and songwriting have always gone hand in hand for me.
I founded At Home Songwriting to create a place where writers could stop waiting for inspiration and start building songs with confidence. For over a decade, I have helped writers learn how songs actually work so they can write with clarity, finish more songs, and stay true to their voice. Since launching the At Home Songwriting YouTube channel in 2021, I have shared step by step lessons, real examples, and honest conversations about craft, process, and creative life.
If you are ready to stop guessing, trust your process, and write songs that feel both emotionally true and professionally strong, you are in the right place. I am glad you are here. Let’s write songs that connect.
October 10 - 13, 2024
Educational Sessions and Workshops
Connecting and CoWriting Opportunities
Networking with Other Songwriters
Relaxing and Cozy Accommodations
Included: Retreat Workshops, Private Bedroom Lodging in a 5 Bedroom Cabin, and meals during the retreat.
per person
Contact us if you have other questions
The retreat will be held at the very scenic Boyd Lodges in Cross Lake, MN. This retreat is just over 2 hours from Minneapolis.
Each cabin features 5 bedrooms, kitchen, and shared bathroom. The cabins are very cozy, comfortable and situated near other cabins.
Yes! Meals will be provided on each day of the retreat. These meals will be simple, delicious, and filling. If you have special dietary needs, you will want to bring any food and ingredients you need to make yourself comfortable. Options provided may include Pizza, Taco Bar, Breakfast, etc. We may ask attendees to bring snacks to share. More info will be provided.
Yes! In addition to educational sessions, collaboration, and networking, we will have opportunities for attendees to perform their songs live. Song circles, live jams, and more are all part of the retreat experience.
This retreat is only $397.00 per person, this includes your lodging and meals Oct 10 - 13, 2024
Bath Towels (11 sets for a 5 bedroom cabin, 10 sets for a 4 bedroom cabin, 7 sets for a 3 bedroom cabin), Bed Linens, 2 Kitchen towels, 2 Kitchen washcloths, 2 hot pads, Kitchen Cookware, Utensils, Flatware, Dishes, Glasses, Coffee Maker, Toaster, Microwave, Cable TV, DVD Player, Wireless Internet, Garbage Bags, Toilet Paper, Dishwasher detergent, A/C, Ceiling Fans &/or Box Fans, Wood burning Fireplace, Firewood, Gas Grill, and Each Cabin Comes with 1 Boat Slip. There is no Washer / Dryer in the Cabin. Boyd Lodge has a few of each of the following items at the resort (free to use as they’re available): Canoes, Kayaks, Paddle boats, Rowboats, Stand-up Paddle boards We also have Pontoons and Fishing Boats available to rent as well as Snow shoes and cross country skis
We encourage you to check out Boyd Lodges at https://boydlodge.com/
