A statewide celebration of the craft
that put Tennessee on the map
THE FINALE
One winner from each showcase event will advance to a private finale at the Bluebird Cafe in March 2027.
Stay tuned for a list of qualifying round venues and how to sign up on this page on Dec. 10, 2026.
Thank you to all of the songwriters and venues who participated in 2026! 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.
IMPORTANT RESOURCES AND LINKS
To see all the rules and eligibility requirements for participating songwriters, please refer to the official Tennessee Songwriters Month Sweepstakes Official Rules.
Discover the most frequently asked questions about Tennessee Songwriters Week.
Find helpful guides and marketing materials to make your venue's event a success in the 2027 Partner Toolkit.
hear from past participants
SONGWRITER RESOURCES
The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development, The Bluebird Cafe and Nashville Songwriters Association
International (NSAI) are committed to making sure songwriters can share their original work on stage
with other writers.