Quarterly Songwriters Circle Showcase
The Birthplace of Country Music Museum and Songwriters of Highlands Appalachia announce a new event designed to highlight the talents of songwriters in our region. The inaugural Songwriters Circle Showcase is held at 2 p.m., April 12, in the performance theater at the museum. It is the first showcase in a series to be held quarterly each year. The event is free and open to the public; donations are appreciated.
Daryl Ann Beeghley, Sandra Lambert, David Ledgerwood, Gerald Sheppard and Darris Stanley share their original music during April’s Songwriters Showcase.
The quarterly Songwriters Circle Showcase is an extension of the weekly Songwriters Circle program, organized by Songwriters of Highlands Appalachia, and consists of artists who participate in the weekly circle. The showcase event is structured similarly to “in the round” events, with each songwriter introducing themselves and their song, which will be performed with or without accompaniment. The songwriter will then hold a discussion about the piece – the origins of the song, its structure and inspiration – and take questions.
Led by Mary Munsey, a local musician, educator and founder of Songwriters of Highlands Appalachia, the weekly Songwriters Circle is open to songwriters of all ages and skill levels. The Circle encourages participants to share songs, brainstorm ideas and support one another in their creative endeavors. Songwriter Circles are held the second Saturday of each month at the museum, 2-5 p.m. There is no cost to participate.
“The Songwriters Circle aims to foster a collaborative environment for songwriting,” said Munsey. “Importantly, aspiring songwriters do not need to play an instrument to join in the fun.”
The Songwriters Circle not only provides an opportunity for performance and networking but also emphasizes the importance of clarity and storytelling in songwriting. The group’s mission is to encourage creativity, introduce songwriting shows to regional audiences and elevate the appreciation of songwriting as a valuable art form.
For more information about the Songwriters Showcase and Songwriters Circle programs, visit the Events page at BirthplaceOfCountryMusic.org. For more information on Songwriters of Highlands Appalachia, HighlandsAppalachia.org.
