Music Flows x Evoke Sounds: Songwriting Retreat

Four days in Melbourne's most exciting recording studio. 27 October - 30 October 2026 11:00am - 6:00pm Write a song that's entirely your own. • a song written by you • a recording made with your group • the tools to join any jam • a year of Music-Flows membership Guided by Amit Benita Amit Benita is a musician, songwriter, and facilitator working at the intersection of rhythm, voice, and musical expression. His approach to music is grounded in listening to rhythm, the body, and what wants to emerge, rather than forcing outcomes or perfection. Amit has worked across cultures and musical traditions, and his work with Music-Flows is rooted in the belief that music is a natural human language that is accessible to everyone. In this retreat, Amit supports participants in reconnecting with rhythm, voice, and your songwriting, creating a space where expression can arise honestly and without pressure. The Experience Music Flows Songwriting Retreat is built around one promise: you leave with a song that is entirely your own, a recording made with your group, and the tools to join any jam. Over five full days you will work with rhythm, voice, melody, songwriting and improvisation in a grounded, supportive environment, moving through the creative process again and again. Voice & Rhythm Every day at the retreat we will meet and explore our voices, connect with the rhythm of our body, with a supportive routine of exercises and expansive workshops. Solo Creation Time During the day we will take solo times to enter our creative bubble, while guided and supported 1 on 1 with Natan and Amit that will be there to encourage you during your creative process. Gentle Guidance Wherever you are in your musical journey, Amit and Natan will support you on the path of discovering and deepening into your musicality and expression in a sustainable way. Group Sharing In the retreat you will have an opportunity to share your creation in a supportive space, while learning from others and being empowered. It’s optional but very recommended. Evening Rituals In the evenings we will gather around the fire with cacao, share music, enjoy a guided jam session and learn how to join others without fear, and have a chance to integrate what we learned in real life. Songwriting & Production We will learn different approaches to songwriting, with examples from Natan’s and Amit’s songs, and experiment with methods that ignite your inspiration. Together we will also take one of the group’s songs and build a live demo, layering guitars, bass and voices, so you can keep recording your music long after the retreat. Who Is This For Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced musician, we’ll find the right spot for you. Every practice can be deepened or simplified to meet you exactly where you are, so newer players feel supported and seasoned musicians stay challenged. The more experienced often step into group-leader roles and go deeper into the production side. • Complete beginners, no experience needed, we start right where you are • Experienced musicians, every practice scales up to keep you challenged • Natural leaders who step into group-leader roles during the week • Anyone drawn to go deeper into songwriting and production A Day at the Retreat There’s no rigid schedule. Each day follows a natural rhythm designed to support deep creative work. Morning Find your sound Guided tools for musical expression — melody improvisation, lyric prompts, rhythm exercises. Then long solo creation blocks where you work on your own piece with optional one-on-one support, followed by lunch and rest. Afternoon Share & be heard Continued creation time. Group sharing circles where participants can offer what they’ve made if they choose — and receive supportive advice. A guided jam session — a time to close the day together, celebrate what emerged, and let the music carry into the late afternoon. Pricing One price, everything included, plus a full year of Music-Flows membership (already a member? your next year is on us): catered morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea, all workshops and one-on-one sessions. What’s included • All meals throughout the retreat • All music sessions, workshops & one-on-one guidance • A full year of Music-Flows membership