Toronto Songwriting School

We’re so excited to announce that Amelia Curran will be joining us as our special guest at the Newfoundland Songwriter Getaway!

A master storyteller with a gift for raw, honest songwriting, Amelia will be sharing her insights, songs, and creative process with our group.

This is going to be something truly special!

Learn more and join us in St. John’s this June:

St. John's, NL - June 17-21, 2026 - Songwriter Getaways Our next Songwriter Getaway will take place in beautiful St. John's, Newfoundland, one of Canada's premier music cities, from June 17-21, 2026.

You know how much we love Taylor Swift.

So we had to share this…

Some familiar Toronto Songwriting School faces will be part of the Lonny's Smile Fearless Hearts lineup, including Old Man Flanagan's Ghost (with Murray Foster on bass!), Angela Saini, Mike Evin, and Jenn Morin.

It’s shaping up to be a really special night of live music, with incredible performers bringing your favourite Taylor Swift songs to life.

All in support of a great cause that helps send kids with congenital heart defects to summer camp. 💜

If you’ve ever wanted to take a break from the madness of the world and sing along to your favorite Taylor Swift songs… this is your night.

Check it out and grab your tickets:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/fearless-hearts-fundraiser-a-taylor-swift-tribute-concert-all-ages-tickets-1982896736517

We are excited to welcome The Young Novelists as guest speakers during our next 6-Week Beginner Course, which starts on Tuesday!

The Young Novelists create contemporary folk songs that marry their effortless harmonies with darkly poetic lyrics and exquisitely crafted hooks. Their fourth album, “These Dark Canyons”, was nominated for a 2026 Juno for Contemporary Roots Album and features blistering takes on systemic misogyny (“Break The Whole Thing Down”), the quiet devastation of assault (“One Of Mine”), an anthem for those finding the strength to speak up (“Raise Our Voices”), and a song about crafting creativity from personal pain (“Into Glory”) to form an album that explores the dark canyons we all experience.

They’ll be joining us in Week 4, giving you the chance to learn directly from artists actively shaping the current Canadian music scene. Learn more: https://torontosongwritingschool.com/beginner-songwriting-class/

Our Newfoundland Songwriter Getaway sale is ending. Lock in the sale price by putting a deposit down today. Learn more and register: https://www.songwritergetaways.com/st-johns-nl-2026/ Sale ends March 20.

In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, we’re offering 10% off the St. John’s Newfoundland Songwriter Getaway now through March 20. No code needed. The discount is automatically applied.

Join us in one of the most musical places in the world for a few unforgettable days of songwriting, collaboration, and inspiration in St. John’s, Newfoundland.

✨ Special guest workshops
✨ Small group songwriting sessions
✨ Time to explore the legendary music scene on George Street

Learn more and register:
https://www.songwritergetaways.com/st-johns-nl-2026/

Sale ends March 20. 🍀

What makes a Taylor Swift lyric unforgettable?

Join Toronto Songwriting School this Saturday at 1 PM ET on Zoom for a Taylor Swift Lyric Writing Workshop. We will explore the storytelling, imagery, and emotional honesty that make her songs connect with millions.

Then you will try writing your own. Sign up:
https://torontosongwritingschool.com/lyric-writing-workshop/

No music background required. Just bring your love of lyrics and storytelling.

To help you start 2026 on the right note, we are offering 10% off our 6-week Songwriting for Beginners course and our 4-week Orignal Song Workshop. Learn more:

Toronto Songwriting School - Toronto Songwriting School Toronto Songwriting School provides songwriting instruction for every level of songwriter – from beginners who have never written a song and don’t play an instrument, to experienced songwriters looking to refine their craft, perform live and record their music.

All the gifts are open.
Now it’s your turn.

Winter Write-In is your chance to slow down, focus, and write.

Private rooms.
Professional feedback.
Inspiring workshops.
So much time to write.

Early Bird pricing extended until January 15.
Treat yourself to the songs waiting to be written.

2026 Winter Write-In - Songwriter Getaways An intimate February songwriting retreat with two workshops, abundant writing time, evening song circles, and a supportive creative community.

SOCAN Words + Music wrote about Toronto Songwriting School last month. It was one of their Top 10 most read articles of the year! Read it here: https://www.socanmagazine.ca/features/murray-fosters-toronto-songwriting-school/

We’re sharing our Top 10 most popular articles of 2025.⬇️💯

#9: Murray Foster’s Toronto Songwriting School 📝

Read or revisit it on W&M.

✍️: Karen Bliss