Can I teach ‘your’ songs Heidi?

People often ask me about passing along the songs that have come through me. Here is an imaginary interview to answer their (and possibly your) questions!

“Heidi, is it okay for me to teach your song? I will credit you and let people know how to find you if they want to learn more, is there anything else that you want?”

“Hey, thanks for asking! I’m on an ongoing journey figuring out how to share these songs (that feel like generous gifts from the world) while also making a living as a songweaver. I am happy for the songs coming through me to be shared! If people are singing them in informal, community, or ritual settings that’s awesome, sing away! If people are sharing them in a setting where they are making a bunch of money or there is a budget for educational/repertoire materials and they are able to pass some of those resources my way I appreciate that. I would feel good about that reciprocity coming in the form of a one time donation, or by joining me on Patreon and supporting my songweaving work at any monthly level. And if you are interested in recording any of these songs let’s talk! “

“Heidi, where can I find recordings of the songs?”

“I mostly share music through Patreon, an online platform to support artists. On my Patreon site I’ve posted 80+ songs. Each post has downloadable practice recordings of the harmony parts. And through Patreon I also link to a spreadsheet where the songs are organized into categories, so you can listen through and find just the right song for Spring, or Gratitude, or Trees.”

“But what about a CD of songs, you know, something I can just buy once and listen to on repeat in the car?”

“Well, I am working on a CD with my trio Heartwood, it will big out this spring. You can email me to pre-order a copy. wilsonheidiann@gmail.com. And I am considering making an another album featuring songs for the seasons. But first I need to finish this musical that I’m bringing to life with Heartwood and Jen Jones!!! That said, if anybody has suggestions for WHICH songs should go on that far future album of Songs for the Seasons, let me know!

Hope that answers your questions!

“Thanks it does”

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