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2008 Road to Stanfest Songwriters' Music Camp
Instructor Bios
 Dave Carroll - Dave Carroll, the primary writer for Sons of Maxwell, is winning committed fans everywhere their music is heard. His songs are injected with a "coming home" sense of familiarity, yet are refreshingly unique. Dave's music can be enjoyed in the car on a ride home from work or, as has been the case, can also be studied in poetry classes for the depth in his lyrics. An intelligent lyric, supported by music that is embraced by a wide audience is what sets Dave Carrollīs writing apart. Recognition for Dave's talent as a songwriter of the first order is gaining momentum within the industry and music professionals are beginning to see what fans have known for quite some time. Dave was also a featured instructor at the 2007 Songwriters' Music Camp. Official Website
 Clary Croft - The Encyclopedia of Music in Canada has recognized Clary's contribution to Maritime folklore studies and his ongoing research into the traditional music of the Maritime Provinces. His work encompasses television, stage, film, radio, recordings and publications. He is best known for his continuing work with the collection of his late mentor, Dr. Helen Creighton and his knack of incorporating our heritage into his writing us unparalleled. The fact that he has one of the sweetest purest voices in East Coast music, is simply icing on the cake. Clary was also a featured instructor at the 2007 Songwriters' Music Camp. Official Website
 Susan Crowe - With her compelling and polished approach to music, Susan Crowe is one of Canada's most respected singer-songwriters. At once complex, challenging and accessible, Susan's intelligent and moving songs have captivated audiences and reviewers from coast to coast, continent to continent. She possesses, in the words of Britain's Folk Roots magazine, "that rare ability of crafting a lyric that bears scrutiny on its own terms." Official Website
 Dave Gunning - Dave Gunning has been acclaimed as one of Canada’s best up-and-coming singer-songwriters. A charismatic performer, Dave is known for infusing his shows with his own brand of humourous tales and touching commentary on the everyday, bringing a new vibrance, energy and life to his heartfelt songs. Blending sensitive folk and innovative arrangements to his original and traditional songs, Gunning is rapidly building a solid audience fan base wherever he performs. Winning and captivating audiences across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom and Denmark, he has performed at numerous international festivals, showcasing events, theatres, songwriter venues, house concerts and special festivities. A truly genuine, sincere and compelling singer-songwriter, Dave has been praised by international media critics, industry buyers and fans as someone who is positioned to go straight to the top. Official Website
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