Learn songwriting from Ryan Cayabyab, Ben&Ben

PhilPop returns this year with a digital bootcamp that puts a spotlight on up-and-coming songwriters and composers in the Philippines.

PhilPop will hold a 14-week program for participants to learn and further hone their skills in the field of songwriting, marketing and branding, recording and arrangement, intellectual property rights, music appreciation and more.

Dubbed “PhilPop 2021 DigiCamp: Music Breaking Borders,” the songwriting mentorship campaign will push through in a virtual setting to adapt to the “new normal” and offer a positive learning experience for attendees even in the comforts of their home.

“We decided to carry on with the camp because we feel, more than ever, now is the perfect time to reach out to a lot of songwriters who are constrained at home due to the pandemic,” said PhilPop executive director Dinah Remolacio. “Artists are becoming more productive and creative at home, and we believe that the digital sphere will enable PhilPop to reach this special group of people who want to further educate themselves and who want to be mentored in pursuing their dreams.”

PhilPop is also collaborating with some of the coaches and partners in creating a music curriculum and program suited to a virtual environment.

“This includes developing prerecorded lectures, brainstorming exercises that can be done online and identifying the ideal session format for each topic. Teaching and mentoring online requires a shift in how we approach the camp this year,” said PhilPop program and marketing manager Gab Cabangon.

This year’s coaches, mentors, speakers and consultants include national artist for music Ryan Cayabyab, Noel Cabangon, Thyro Alfaro, Marlon Barnuevo, Trina Belamide, Jungee Marcelo, Ben&Ben’s Paolo and Miguel Guico, and more.

Interested parties can visitphilpop.com.ph to register. Application period is until June 25.

The digital songwriting boot camp application is open to all Filipinos, 16 years old and above, before June 9. Applicant must have a Smart mobile number for log-in purposes and to receive special announcements. Basic music and songwriting knowledge are a must.

“PhilPop 2021 DigiCamp: Music Breaking Borders” is an initiative of PhilPop Music Foundation, chaired by Manny V. Pangilinan.