Creativity for Times of Change
Music-led workshops that help teams listen, adapt, and reconnect with their creative voice.
When organizations face uncertainty, creativity becomes more than a “nice-to-have.” It becomes a way to restore optimism, connection, and perspective.
THE RIPPLE EFFECT
Creativity, Change & Finding Your Voice
The Ripple Effect is an interactive, music-led workshop designed for organizations navigating transition, growth, or uncertainty.
Using music, sound, and simple creative exercises, participants experience creativity not as performance, but as a practical skill — one that supports listening, collaboration, and adaptability in real time.
No musical experience is required.
No musical experience is required.
Why This Approach Works
Many teams are tired of:
• Overloaded wellness initiatives
• Abstract creativity training
• Programs that feel disconnected from real work
This workshop offers something different:
• Shared experience instead of theory
• Lightness without minimizing challenges
• Creativity rooted in listening and response
Creativity helps teams move forward — not by adding more, but by reconnecting with what’s already there.
No musical experience is required.
What Participants Experience
• Live music and sound to open the session
• Inclusive, low-pressure creative exercises
• Group listening and response activities
• Reflection on everyday actions and their impact
• Practical insights that translate directly to workplace culture
This is not about learning music. It’s about learning to listen, adapt, and respond.
Who This Is For
This workshop works particularly well for:
• Nonprofits and mission-driven organizations
• Leadership teams and staff retreats
• Organizations experiencing change or uncertainty
• Creative, cultural, or people-centered companies
• Teams seeking meaningful connection without forced participation
What Teams Take away
Participants leave with:
• Greater creative confidence
• Stronger listening and collaboration skills
• A fresh perspective on change
• Renewed energy and optimism
A shared experience that strengthens trust
Workshop Formats
• 90-minute interactive workshop
• 45-minute experiential keynote
• Keynote + workshop combination
• Conference, retreat, or team-day sessions
The workshop can also be adapted around:
• Scottish heritage and storytelling
• Creativity during change
• Playful language and wordplay in business
About Colin MacLeod
Colin MacLeod is a Scottish fiddler, educator, and creative facilitator working at the intersection of music, creativity, and human connection.
With a background in oral tradition and play-by-ear learning, Colin helps individuals and organizations rediscover creativity as a practical, everyday skill — especially during times of uncertainty.
His work is rooted in optimism, curiosity, and the belief that small creative actions can create meaningful ripples.
Let's Start A Conversation
If your organization is navigating change and looking for a creative, human-centered way to support your team, I’d love to connect.