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Writers' Bloc is an open group of songwriters based in Ottawa. We meet once a month to share the songs we've written and offer gentle suggestions for their improvement.
Usually people write to one of four topics chosen in the last meeting. The current lists of topics are here, and you can also get on the email list to ensure you receive them with a reminder of the next meeting. (The email list uses open addresses.)
Where:The meetings are at the Ottawa Folklore Centre, a.k.a. OFC Music, at 1111 Bank Street. Thanks:Writers Bloc has been meeting at the Folklore Centre for un-numbered years - huge thanks to the generosity of Arthur MacGregor and all the staff there for the support they have given WB in many many ways. When:They run from two o'clock to five o'clock on the second Sunday of each month - except for the summer - in recent years we haven't met in July and August. What:Usually about 10 to 12 people turn up and we can take 10 to 15 minutes per song, which is enough time to get acquainted with it. Normally, people bring copies of the lyrics to aid the discussion - sometimes people don't hand them out till after they've played the tune. There is no "criticism" but people offer reactions and, if welcome, suggestions. How:Most people bring guitars but you can borrow one. There is an acoustic upright piano in the room where we meet. |
Map: to OFC Music, at 1111 Bank St., in Ottawa South just south of Sunnyside Ave. From 417 eastbound, exit at Bronson, go south on Bronson, turn left at Sunnyside and park close to Bank (major construction on Bank). From 417 westbound, exit at Catherine, go west along Catherine but then turn left at Bank, and go south to Sunnyside. (slow but simple route) |
Writers Bloc has been going for some time. Its history is here.
