TENNESSEE SONGWRITERS WEEK SHOWCASE

Celebrate songwriters with live performances of all genres of music, honoring the state’s music stories, history, attractions, and venues, hosted by 2022 Tennessee Songwriters Week Finalist, Maura Streppa.

Tennessee Songwriters Week 2023 will kick off with qualifying rounds the first 2 weeks of February. Select songwriters from qualifying rounds will advance to seven pre-determined showcase events February 19-25 in Memphis, Franklin, Gallatin, Chattanooga, Knoxville, Johnson City, and right here at Ole Red in Gatlinburg.

Seven finalists, one from each showcase, will win the opportunity to perform at Nashville’s historic Bluebird Cafe during a private event with music industry professionals. Finalists also win a branded commemorative Taylor guitar, a two-night hotel stay in Nashville, $100 gift card for travel and one-year membership to Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI)

The best part? Tickets or a cover charge are not required. Just come ready to enjoy some of the best songwriters in the state!