Join Us at the Groovy Bone Producer Retreat March 29th & 30th

Unleash your musical genius at the first ever Groovy Bone Producer Retreat – where creativity meets expertise in a symphony of learning and production excellence. Join us to redefine your sound!

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Learn, Create, Connect and be Inspired

This retreat offers immersive workshops, invaluable networking opportunities, expert-led songwriting camps, and industry seminars, all set in our own private mountain home with picturesque surroundings to enhance your experience.

Explore Our Weekend Itinerary

Saturday, March 29th

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Check-In & Welcome

Arrive at the retreat location and settle into your room. Meet fellow producers and explore the retreat space. Receive your welcome gift bags with exclusive sample packs and presets.

5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Group Dinner

Enjoy a delicious catered meal as you connect with other attendees.

7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Workshop #1: Sample Selection & Loop Building. Learn how to choose the right sounds and build loops that stand out.

10:00 PM – Midnight

Jam Session & Networking

Open jam session for freestyle production and collaboration.Relax, collaborate, and vibe with new friends.

Saturday, March 30th

8:00 AM – 9:30 AM

Breakfast

Fuel up for the day with a hearty breakfast, take in the sun or go for a quick hike / exercise.

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Workshop #2: Sound Design Deep Dive

Explore sound design techniques to elevate your tracks.

12:30 PM – 2:00 PM

Lunch Break

2:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Workshop #3: Arrangement & Song Structure. Learn how to turn your loops into full tracks with proper arrangement techniques.

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

One-on-One Mentor Sessions

Get personalized feedback and advice from mentors.

7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Group Dinner

9:00 PM – Midnight

Nighttime Collaboration & Chill

Collaborative production time. Optional jam session or hangout by the fire pit / play games.

Monday, March 31st

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Breakfast & Goodbyes

Enjoy a light breakfast, exchange contacts, and say goodbye to your new network.

10:00 AM

Check-Out

Check out and head home inspired and energized to create.

Ready to get started?

What You Can Expect

Unlock Your Musical Potential with Expert-Led Workshops and Production Sessions.

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Personalized Production Workshops and Collaboration Time

Personalized Music Production Workshops: Tailored sessions for all skill levels focusing on advanced and beginner production techniques in a personalized learning environment. We will also be leaning heavily into working with one another to encourage collaboration.

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tilt shift lens photography of gray and black turntable

Songwriting Camps and Official Release on Groovy Bone

Explore creative songwriting techniques, such as sample choices, making melodies, track arrangement and other songwriting components. We will make sure you finish a song that is up to Groovy Bone standards, and each attendee will have a release with us.

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Industry Insight Seminars and Career Navigation

In-depth seminars cover essential topics like branding, marketing, distribution, and more tailored for budding musicians to navigate the industry successfully.

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pink dining table with four chairs inside room

Networking and Good Times

Of course, we will have time for relaxation and fun. Jam sessions, feasts, drinks, games and laughs will be shared to help us wind down after the long days of making tight beats.

Meet Your Mentors

Tyler Davidson (Diskull)

Groovy Bone head honcho. Records on Insomniac, Dirtybird, Box of Cats, Farris Wheel + more.

Shawn Cummins (Whenuknow)

Groovy Bone signee. Also signed to Anjunabeats, Night Bass, House Call, Space Yacht + more.

+ More TBA

We promise you'll be stoked!

FAQs

Answers to Guide Your Musical Journey at Groovy Bone Producers Retreat.

What experience level is required to participate in your retreats?

Our retreats are open to all levels, from beginners to experienced professionals.

Are meals and accommodations included in the retreat packages?

Yes. Food and non-alcoholic drinks will be included, as well as a bed. Depending on the home we decide on, there will be varying options for private / shared bedroom.

Where is the retreat going to be located?

We will rent a house with 8-12 beds in the mountains of North Carolina! Exact location to be given at a later date.

What is the cost and will there be payment plans?

Shared rooms are $350 and private rooms are $600, all inclusive! We will have payment plans.

What is the refund policy?

Due to limited spots, all sales are final. However, if you can't attend, you may transfer your spot to another producer.

How long is the retreat?

It will be March 29th and 30th (Saturday and Sunday)Check in is the 29th at noon, check out is the 31st at 10am.

Do I need to bring any equipment or instruments?

We encourage you to bring your own laptop with Ableton 12 (or whatever version you have) installed. However, if you use another DAW, just let us know and we can work out a way for you to be taken care of.

Also you can bring any external hardware or instruments you'd like to contribute, we will have some of our own gear as well. If you don't have a problem bringing your speakers or interface, feel free to do so, but we should be good with what we have!

Is there a way to continue support and learning after the retreat ends?

Yes, we offer ongoing mentorship and support through online sessions and will have a dedicated community platform to keep everyone connected.

How many people will be there?

There will be about 10-12 people there including mentors.

HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?

BOOK A MEETING WITH US AND WE CAN CHAT SPECIFICS!

Disregard the pricing at this link, that is just for remote lessons.

Our conversation will be totally free of charge and meant to help you learn more about our trip :)