Paired songwriting - YES! I get something out of listening to people talk about how they write songs, but that's passive. I like a challenge.

Having a partner means you get feedback and help you don't normally get, and you give the same. It sounds like a LOT of fun. My question though is, should we choose our own partners, throw our names into a hat and draw for partners, or should a workshop leader pair people s/he thinks will work well together (or at least be fun to watch)?