Past Workshops

Music Connects to Health Series
Wed, December 4, 2024
Cleveland Rocks Shop
What Does Your Art Say About Your Mental Health? Art is a reflection of our inner and external environment. What does your art say about you?
Speaker: Dr. Will Washington
Health Care for Musicians
Wed, October 23, 2024
Cleveland Rocks Shop
Open Enrollment for Health Care is coming in November! Special guest Hallie Berson from Berson-Sokol Agency will join us in the Cleveland Rocks Shop to provide information and answer questions on how to get signed up for health care. resources.
A Lifetime in Music: Insights and Lessons Learned
Monday, October 21, 2024
Cleveland Rocks Shop
Afi Scruggs shares what people are looking for with performing and learning; how stereotypes inhibit creativity; whether people “age” out of music making.
2x4 Artists: MsReec Pearl, Jenah Shank, Bob Frank, Art Blakey watch the livestream
Music Connects To Health Series
Wed, September 25, 2024
Cleveland Rocks Shop
Come see Dr. Will Washington – your friendly neighborhood counselor – discuss how we need to reset our understanding of mental health to improve our healing as a music community.
Speaker: Dr. Will Washington
The Songwriter’s Circle: An Evening with Elijah Bisbee & Alumni
Monday, September 16, 2024
Cleveland Rocks Shop
Join us for an inspiring evening of discussion and learning at **The Songwriter’s Circle**, featuring Terra Songwriting’s own Elijah Bisbee alongside talented alumni from his songwriting retreat.
Featuring performances and insights from: Elijah Bisbee, Ali K., Corry Michaels, Tori Kurtz
Instrument Microphones
Monday, August 19, 2024
Cleveland Rocks Shop
Learn about different kinds of instrument microphones, ask questions and get a chance to try them out.
2x4 Artists: David Wolfhope, Justin Gorski, Dreadlock Dave, Dave Wood watch the livestream
Handheld Vocal Microphones
Monday, July 15, 2024
Cleveland Rocks Shop
Learn about different kinds of handheld microphones, ask questions and get a chance to try them out.
2x4 Artists: Eroc Beatz, Honasty Blade, Kwas-E, Vincent Munch watch livestream
Women in Music!
Monday, June 17, 2024
Cleveland Rocks Shop
Panelists: Cindy Barber, Meredith Pangrace, Shirley Cook and Annie Zaleski
2x4 Artists: Rebecca Wohlever, Angelle Sheridan, Sheila Das, Rachel Shortt watch livestream
Behind The Lines: Songwriters on Writing
Monday, May 20, 2024
Cleveland Rocks Shop
Songwriters on Writing
Curated by Kid Tigrrr
2x4 Artists: RA Washington, Benjamin Liar, Kyle J. Osbourne, Genevieve Jencson watch the livestream
The Basics of Sync Licensing
Monday, April 15, 2024
Cleveland Rocks Shop
Your music in Film and TV.
2x4 Artists: Frida Mann, Shawn Mishak, Ryan Hetrick, anitakeys and Ryann Anderson watch livestream
Demystifying the Meta Suite
Monday, March 18, 2024
Cleveland Rocks Shop
Donald Malloy shares how to use Facebook and Instagram effectively to market your independent music.
2x4 Artists: Jack Windsor, Lea Marra, Emi Dever and Woodrow Vine. watch livestream
All Things Vinyl
Monday, February 19, 2024
Cleveland Rocks Shop
Ty Craemer from Wax Mage will talk with David Kennedy from Cleveland Rocks:PPF about making vinyl records.
2x4 Artists: James Douglas, Lauren Brabson, Justin Allyn, and Dan McCoy
Royalties
Monday, Oct. 16, 2023
Cleveland Rocks Shop
What are they? Where do they come from? How to collect them.
2x4 Artists: Eric 'Scratchpaper' Wilson, San Goodee, Mixxed Rose, Domingo Kite watch livestream
Resources to get started on your next project
Monday, Sept. 18th, 2023
Cleveland Rocks Shop
What Resources Are Available And How To Find Them. Get familiar with local and national resources for getting music recorded and distributed.
2x4 Artists: Fox Ears, My Saint Catherine, Sunflurry, The Super Babes watch livestream
Claim Your MLC Royalties
Monday, August 21, 2023
Cleveland Rocks Shop
David Kennedy and Tracy Marie talk about how they registered and claimed their royalties from the MLC this year and how you can too.
2x4 Artists: Cognito Jaffe, Seth Kindheart, Colleen Welsch, Chris Woten watch livestream
Perspectives on Home Recording Studios
Monday, July 17th, 2023
Cleveland Rocks Shop
A panel of recording artists and producers discuss their own style of working in their home studios. Panelists included Eric Wilson, Aaron Smith, Ray Flanagan, David Kennedy.
2x4 Artists: Doug Nichols, Mal SanMarco, Afi Scruggs, Wesley Washington watch livestream
Revenue Strategies for Musicians with John Latimer
Monday, June 19th, 2023
Cleveland Rocks Shop
John Latimer will offer practical advice to local musicians who are looking to increase revenue by accessing different royalty streams and marketing opportunities.
2x4 Artists: Rebecca Wohlever, John McGrail, Richard Szekelyi, Sarah Arafat watch livestream
Practical Advice for Musicians with Kevin Borrowman
Monday, May 15, 2023
Cleveland Rocks Shop
Kevin Borrowman will talk about practical advice for musicians when they get on stage, go to the studio, and deal with their equipment.
2x4 Artists: Alexis Julia, Madison Cummins, Bill Lestock, Guy Snowdon watch livestream
Effect Pedal Experience with EarthQuaker Devices
Monday, April 17, 2023
Cleveland Rocks Shop
EarthQuaker Devices is bringing their ‘Experience Station’ to The Cleveland Rocks Shop with several pedals to try out. One attendee will win a free pedal.
2x4 Artists: Lingua, Yes Lisa, David Novak, Alison and JC (AJ & The Woods) watch livestream
Microphone Choices for Musicians and Vocalists
Monday, March 20, 2023
Cleveland Rocks Shop
Learn about various microphones, test them out and ask questions. Compare mics from different manufacturers, different pick ups, and dynamic and condensor mics.
2x4 Artists: Chris Tuma, Waylon Fingers, Kevin McCarthy, Warren Bendler watch livestream
Marketing & Advertising for Independent Musicians
Sunday, June 12, 2022
Beachland Tavern
Promoting your music in 2022; building a website and email list, the importance of social media, getting on playlists, reaching radio stations, blogs, and podcasts.
Panelists include Sunceray Tabler, Ngina Fayola, Corinne Henahan, Bruce Marek, and David Kennedy.
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PROs
Sunday, May 15, 2022
Beachland Tavern
Performing Rights Organizations (PRO) are responsible for collecting income on behalf of songwriters and music publishers when a song is publicly broadcast or performed.
Panelists include Russell Carter, John Latimer, Andrea Liguore and David Kennedy
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EPKs
Sunday, April 24, 2022
Beachland Tavern
An EPK, or electronic press kit, is a digital version of a promotional package for musicians to share with venues, festivals, or talent buyers. It is a general online resume to sum up a musician's career to date.
Panelists include Michael McFarland, Dawn Marshman, Wallace Settles, James Carol and David Kennedy.
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Artist Bios
Sunday, March 20, 2022
Beachland Tavern
Our panelists of journalists and writers will provide guidance on what makes a good bio and also offer a critique for those attendees who bring one. Bridget Caswell, a local photographer, will be available to take free headshots during the event.
Panelists include Afi Scruggs, David Sierk, Jimi Izreal, Anastasia Pantsios
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