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The Bluebird
Cafe
One of the best strokes of luck I've ever had was getting a job hosting
the open mic and booking the early shows at this songwriters' venue. I am
proud to be a part of it and to help it grow.
Nashville
Songwriters Association International
These folks provide excellent education for those who are new to
the world of commercial songwriting. When I first came to Nashville I was
basically clue-less and this is where I began to find my way.
Frank Brown
International Songwriters' Festival
If you love sugar-white Gulf of Mexico beaches and great
songwriting, you need to check out this event that happens for 12 days
each November. I am proud to have been a performer there for the last two
years and also to volunteer and serve on the advisory board.
WriteSongs.Com
Pat and Pete Luboff offer books full of very practical information on the
craft and business of songwriting. If you get a chance to work with them
individually or in a workshop, you will find their passion and heart quite
inspiring.
Song
U.
On line classes and workshops for songwriters taught by site hosts
Sarah Light and Danny Arena plus many of Nashville's finest songwriting
teachers.
The Songwriters Guild
Their motto should be "Call us before you sign your first
contract." They have many educational opportunities for members and
non-members, but their primary mission is helping songwriters be treated
fairly in the legal arena. They can be a truly powerful and valuable ally.
Winner's Circle
Country Music Publishing
This "little Texas company" has a unique and songwriter
friendly non-exclusive songwriting agreement. They pitch Country and
Country/Faith songs to independents all across the globe and to major
label Nashville artists.
Just Plain Folks
This is a huge internet community of songwriters and independent musicians
for whom I am proud to be a mentor. On this site you can learn a
tremendous amount about the craft and business of songwriting and can
connect with other writers in cyberspace.
TAXI
This team of professionals will listen to your songs, give you
feedback and pitch them if they feel it is warranted. They don't do it
free, but they do what they say they'll do and I have met songwriters who
have gotten cuts through them.
Nashville
Muse
Doak Turner has made it his mission to inform songwriters about what's
happening in Nashville. His motto is "Friends don't let friends play
to an empty room." You can sign here up for his very informative
weekly newsletter. Read a great article
he wrote about working every day to further your career.
Your First Cut
This excellent workbook will give you practical, usable information on how
to build a career as a professional songwriter. Following the suggestions
will not guarantee you a cut, but if you're not following them it will be
very difficult to achieve success.
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