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Learn song-writing from a virtuoso!

We're delighted to announce that New York singer-songwriter Dean Friedman will be presenting a three-day series of song-writing workshops with us in Carcassonne this July.

Dean shot to fame in 1977 with the irrestistable "Ariel", following this with the iconic story-song "Lucky Stars" - which went to the top of the British charts - and other successful singles like "Lydia", "Woman of Mine", and "McDonald's Girl" (which was banned by the BBC for ... erm ... mentioning McDonald's).

During the years since then, as well as recording albums and composing theme music for movies and TV, Dean performs in concert internationally. He has scheduled his summer European tour to include a stay with the French House Party.

This exciting and exclusive opportunity to spend three days learning the techniques of composing from one of contemporary music's most original musical lyricists will be available to only 14 people. Bookings will be on a first-come-first-served basis. Contact us as soon as possible for more information.

Dates: 30 July - 2 August, 2010
All-inclusive price: £750 per person sharing twin/double bedroom.


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