Empowering Female Artists: Sweetwater and We Make Noise Launch Songwriting and Production Camp in Fort Wayne
- Adam Hupperts
- Jul 18
- 2 min read
Sweetwater has partnered with We Make Noise to host a unique three-day songwriting and production camp for female artists. This intensive workshop will take place on Sweetwater’s campus in Fort Wayne, Indiana, from August 29th to 31st 2025!
We Make Noise, a nonprofit focused on advancing gender equity in music and technology, is hosting a series of WMN Sessions across the United States. Fort Wayne is the only Midwest stop on the tour. In partnership with Sweetwater, the late-August session will be a weekend of creativity, collaboration, and hands-on studio experience. Participants will create original music, build meaningful industry connections, and work in the state-of-the-art Sweetwater Studios.
Each day of the camp emphasizes creativity and collaboration in a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment. Attendees will be surrounded by like-minded music makers and guided by industry professionals. At the Fort Wayne event, participants will also be mentored by Melanie Charles, a Brooklyn-born singer, songwriter, actress, and flutist. Charles is known for her one-of-a-kind sound that blends jazz, soul, and experimental elements, with her Haitian roots.
In addition to learning from world-class talent, participants will be immersed in Sweetwater’s world-class recording studio. They will work side by side with WMN mentors and the award-winning Sweetwater Studios staff.
The workshop is designed for women ages 18 and older with intermediate to advanced
experience in songwriting, production, or performance.
The cost for the full weekend — including meals, creative resources, and access to all programming — is $500. Full and partial scholarships are available, and no one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Sweetwater is committed to partnering with leading philanthropic organizations and dedicated to empowering young talents, providing equal access to music, and supporting musicians in need. The application deadline is July 24. To apply or learn more, visit www.we-make-noise.org/sessions.
About Sweetwater
The number one online retailer for music makers, Sweetwater is trusted and beloved by
millions of musicians, audio engineers, teachers, band and orchestra directors, and podcasters who rely on the company to help advance their musical and creative journeys. From beginners to rock stars, music makers everywhere seek out Sweetwater’s industry-leading expertise, including in-depth product videos to inform their purchases and unrivaled post-care support. Headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and founded in 1979, Sweetwater Sound, LLC credits its four decades of growth to its 2,500 employees and its deep understanding of the profound connection that music makers have with their craft, their gear, and the creative process.
Sweetwater is amplifying change through music and lifting up communities by creating, empowering, and caring about the music makers of tomorrow and today. For more
information, visit Sweetwater.com. For more information about Sweetwater Studios, visit
