Come join the musicians of We Are the Willows, a 6-piece orchestral rock band out of Minneapolis, to discuss the creation of their album PICTURE (PORTRAIT), based off of 350 letters sent between lead singer/songwriter Peter Miller’s grandparents during World War II. Their correspondence inspired Peter to explore themes of family, separation, life, death, and identity in a time of national and personal crisis. The songs communicate complex ideas delivered with pop-sensible charm. This workshop is free! Participants will explore their own family histories and discuss processes, develop creative habits and practices, and explore songwriting and storytelling together.
Read more about the band at www.wearethewillows.com.