Tennessee Songwriters Week 2026 Wrapped
Tennessee Songwriters Week is an annual statewide celebration of the songwriters and the craft that shaped Tennessee’s rich musical history. The mission of Tennessee Songwriters Week is to support music venues, create live performance opportunities for songwriters, and inspire travelers to experience the state's vibrant music stories.
Thank you to all of the songwriters and venues who participated in 2026 Tennessee Songwriters Week!
Congratulations to our seven showcase finalists Amanda Robinette (Kingsport), D Boone Pittman (Pigeon Forge), Derek Sellers (Memphis), Keefe Klug (Chattanooga), Andrew Worley (Franklin), Ryan Jacobs (Portland), and Colleen d'Alelio (Knoxville).
Your involvement in Tennessee Songwriters Week helps to support music venues, create live performance opportunities for songwriters, and inspire travelers to experience the state's vibrant music stories.
For any venues interested in hosting a qualifying round for Tennessee Songwriters Week in 2027, please check back this September to apply. Hosting a qualifying round is a great way to support local songwriters and attract new visitors.
Songwriters interested in participating in 2027 Tennessee Songwriters Week, please check back on the website in mid-December 2026 for information to sign up!
We look forward to a wonderful 2027 Tennessee Songwriters Week!
Important Dates for 2027
Mark your calendars! 2027 Tennessee Songwriters Week will be an exciting one, with qualifying rounds and showcases held across the state, culminating in a final performance at the world-famous Bluebird Cafe in Nashville.
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Venue Sign-ups: Begin in September 2026
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Songwriter Sign-ups: Begin mid-December 2026
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Qualifying Rounds: January 24 - February 6, 2027
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Showcase Events: Feb. 21-27, 2027
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Finale at the Bluebird Cafe: One winner from each showcase event will advance to a private finale at the Bluebird Cafe in March 2027.
Important Resources and Links
To learn more about the event, sign up, or get involved, check out these essential resources:
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Official Rules: To see all the rules and eligibility requirements for participating songwriters, please refer to the official Tennessee Songwriters Week Sweepstakes Official Rules.
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FAQs: Discover the most frequently asked questions about Tennessee Songwriters Week.
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Participating Venue Toolkit: Find helpful guides and marketing materials to make your venue's event a success in the 2026 Partner Toolkit.
The Tennessee Dept. of Tourist Development, The Bluebird Cafe, Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) and Taylor Guitars are committed to make sure songwriters can share their original work on stage with other writers.