March Writers Nights at the Commadore

The Commodore Grille
2613 West End Ave
Nash Tn 37203

Tue Wed Thur and Sun nights
7:00-11:00

No cover charge

Sun Mar 3......John & Julie Pennell, Richard Trest, James Bell, Caitlyn Curtiss, Jason Adams, Lana Presley, Stephanie Layne, Lena Price, Ava Rives, Aimee Kaye, Jamie Wayz, Mike Villines, Jerry Mercer, Alvia Sandberg, Amit Chadha, Kenneth Cooper, Earl Watts, Roger Hoselton, Kelly Dawn Kron, Hunter Runnels

Tues Mar 5......Jimmy Payne, Megan Katerina, Jerry Green, Rod Richmond, Allen Shervelle, Jimmy Copens, Analisa, Sean McGee, Steve Aulicino, Random Music Group, Kokomo Joe, Jonathan Ross, Billy Lee

Wed Mar 6.....Jeff Dayton, Peyton Taylor, Joe Caliva, Jamie Burke, Roger Green, Casey Derhak, Mike Laidley, Susie Colman, Kirk Pickering, Paul Wilmet, Mitch White, T Fredridk Jones, Baylor Wilson, Steven James

Thur Mar7....Michelle Little, Tyler Barham, John Griffin, Arthur Godfrey, Mare Wakefield, Jack Frisby, Billy Diluigi, Kelcy Lee, Renee Shaffer, Paul Wilmet, Manditori, Dave Isaacs, Arlo Gilliam, Angela Predhomme, Clint Freeman, Bruce Dickey

Sun Mar 10.....Joie Scott, Sharon Cort, Terry Harkleroad, Howard Yearwood, Keelan Donavon, Dalton Elliott, Matt Minchew, Karree J Phillips, AJ Bigler, Johnny Ray, Jeremy Staubas, Paul Reese, Larry King, Nashgirl 101, Jeff Dezern, Cody Preston

Tues Mar 12.....Jerry Foster, Denny Martin, Bonnie Lee Panda, Alice Bargeron, Justin Holland, Randy Morgan, Sean Cunningham, Katie & Don King, Rachel McGoye, Neil Imber, Brad Howard, Nate Goodlet, Rob Jones, Lauren Sandardes

Wed Mar 13....Brian White, Wild Oat Records, Ryan Bizarri, Jason Duke, AJ Engstrom, Jack Bond, CJ Perry, Tim Moorhouse, David Rich, Zoe Rae

Thur Mar 14.....Jan Buckingham, Vernon Honey, Hank Sasaki, Patti & Jerry Workman, Darren T, Lyn Chappell, Gordy Thomas, BedHed & Blondy, Tom Pepper, Joe Downing, Gary Cavanaugh, Jack Boucher

SUn Mar 17...CJ Watson, Pete Kennedy, Holly Spears, Keenan Date, Roger Green, Bob Paterno, Kecia Burchman, Travis Bowlin, Vanessa Hill, Tawny River, Aimee Alden, Caleb Johnson, Grace Bernicker, Larry & Michelle Putman, Lesley McDaniel, Kirstie Lovelady

Tues Mar 19....Marty Morgan, Buddy Hyatt, Ashley Hewitt, Don Gatlin, Jeff Randle, Mike Mitchell, Tim Shean, Aimee Kaye, Jamie Wayz, Rachel Stump, Jerry Green, Mike Rogers, Bo Brendle, Popcorn, Random Music Group, Tom Shanteau, Greg Larsen, Marianne Alllison

Wed Mar 20....Jerry Foster, Marty Raybon, Gerald Smith, Karen Wheeler, Janice Gilbert, June Stearns, Luther Lewis, Joe Rucker, The Williamsons

Thur Mar 21....Joel Shewmake, Bob Nash, Mike Villines, Chuck Reaves, Karree J Phillips, Robbie Holder Band, Lauren Sanders, Drew Baldridge, Don Procunier, Jason Haney, Daniel Lee Dobbs, Adam Cross, Hunter Philps, Nick Columbia, Matt Wilkerson

Sun Mar 24.....Jeff Batson, Jason Duke, Ken Buono, Jerry Mercer, Aimee Alden, Jonathan Ross, Johnny Ray, Billy Lee, Gary Cavanaugh, Vanessa Hill, Virginia Vick, Bill Warington, Ryan Story, Bob Spanburgh

Tues Mar 26....Stan Webb, Paul Wilmet, Manditori, Denny Martin, Arthur Godfrey, LeeAnn Ethridge, Clint Alphin, Gregory Todd, Josh Miller, David Loe, Tommy Turner, Don Baze, Hannah Hampton

Wed Mar 27....Wood Newton, Mike Loudermilk, Craig Monday, Geoff Reid, Jerry Lee Combs, Flat River Band, Brad Howard, Amanda Nagurney, Bronson Hetzer, Dave Isaacs, Eric Ahlteen, Steve Benoit, Liz Cooper

Thurs Mar 28.....Charlie Allen, Kelly Dawn Kron, Hank Sasaki, Vernon Honey, Casey Derhak, Katie & Don King, Gordy Thomas, Karree J Phillips, David Rich, Larry King, Patti & Jerry Workman, Travis Bowlin, Tawny River

Sun Mar 31......CJ Watson, Bruce Michael Miller, Genesis, Buzz Band, Don Campbell, Bo Brendle, Hunter Runnels, AJ Bigler, AJ Engstrom, Karree J Phillips, Sean McGee, Steve Aulicino, Aimee Kaye, Jamie Wayz, Nick Columbia, Eric Ahlteen, Kailey Billings

Houston Area Songwriter Meetings

Woodlands Songwriters Association
WSA is an organization offering an environment of support, information and creative inspiration to the songwriter hobbyist or to those wanting to advance to a more professional level, by providing opportunities to learn more about the craft and business of songwriting and to form creative partnerships and networking among fellow songwriters. WSA is open to anyone who wants to be a part of a network of songwriters of all levels. Meeting the 2nd Monday each month at Borders Books, Market Street, The Woodlands, TX, 7:00pm.

Next meeting Monday, Sept. 14th, 7:00pm. Join the MySpace group: http://groups.myspace.com/woodlandssongwriters
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NSAI Houston North Metro Chapter
Meets the 1st Wednesday of each month for informative lessons, guest speakers, group critique and songwriters’ performances in-the-round. Next meeting is Wednesday, Sept. 2nd beginning at 7:00pm at Dosey Doe Coffee Shop, on I-45 north, in the Woodlands. http://myspace.com/nsaihoustonnorthmetro
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Houston Songwriters Association
The Houston Association (HSA) is a non-profit 501 (C3) organization serving the greater Houston area for over 15 years. Originally started in Richmond, Texas and called the Fort Bend Songwriters Association, the name was changed to Houston Fort Bend Songwriters Association acknowledge the area wide demographics of the members. On January 1, 2008 it was changed to its present name of Houston Songwriters Association. Our mission is to support and encourage the art and craft of songwriting, to provide resources and educational opportunities to songwriters, and to nurture a positive environment in which songwriters may fully develop their potential as songwriters. The group meets monthly to critique songs and showcase talent. News, member achievements, and special events are conveyed through our newsletter, "Liner Notes". During the monthly critique sessions, two to three songs are chosen by ballot as the song of the month. At the November meeting, the "Song of the Year" and the "Songwriter of the Year" are chosen by secret ballot from those monthly winners, with the results announced at the Annual December Party. All ages, all musical styles and all levels of experience are invited! We welcome you to visit and make some new friends that share your interest in songwriting. Next meeting Sunday, Sept. 13th, 1:30pm, at JP Hops House, 2317 Hwy 6 South. For more information, visit http://www.houstonsongwriters.com

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NSAI Houston Monthly Meeting and Open Mic
Dave Bannen hosts the Houston area chapter of NSAI the last Sunday of each month at JP Hops House, at 4:00pm, followed by an Open Mic hosted by TC Smythe at 6:00pm. Next meeting is Sunday, Sept. 27th, 4:00pm. For more information on NSAI Houston’s meetings, contact Dave at dbannen@hotmail.com

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PERFORMANCE VENUES, OPEN MICS AND SUCH

Sundays: NSAI Open Mic Nights Every Sunday at JP Hops House!

Nashville Songwriters Association International hosts an Open Mic at 6:00pm EVERY SUNDAY NIGHT at JP Hops House, 2317 Hwy. 6 South. Thanks to TC Smythe for hosting this premier open mic in Houston! http://www.jphopshouse.com
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Mondays: McGonigel’s Mucky Duck’s Open Mic

Anything goes at this great venue, from poetry to comedy to actual music, hosted by Wayne Wilkerson. Signups at 6:00pm-ish. http://mcgonigels.com. 2425 Norfolk, off of Kirby and 59.

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Tuesdays: Main Street Crossing’s Open Mic
Hosted by Danny Everitt, this venue has it all: great food, drinks, staff, sound, stage and vibe. Signups are at 6:30pm and it goes on until 10:00 or later. This is a popular open mic, so plan ahead by contacting Danny at danny@dannyeveritt.com. Your 3-song set can be recorded for only $5.00, when you bring your own blank CD-R. Stars are made at this open mic, so even if you don’t perform, it’s a great evening out for a meal and a show. Main Street is located in the heart of old Tomball, at 111 W. Main Street (FM 2920). http://www.mainstreetcrossing.com

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Tuesdays: The Corner Pub in Conroe’s Open Mic
Hosted by Jeremy Bankhead, things kick off at 8:00pm. Contact Jeremy at jeremybankhead@gmail.com for how to get on the stage. The Corner Pub is located on N. Main St., across from the courthouse in downtown Conroe.

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Wednesdays: Crescent Moon Wine Bar’s Open Mic
There is a new Open Mic opportunity for the north Houston metro area, at the Crescent Moon Wine Bar, located at 440 Rayford Rd., east of I-45 north. This is a beautiful room: great stage, ample sound and a cool vibe. The Wednesday Night Open Mic will be hosted by Danny Everitt, who will ensure a great time and variety of performances.

Sign-ups are at 6:30pm and the music starts at 7:00pm and wraps up by 10:00pm. The stage can accommodate up to 3 vocal mics.
*NO KARAOAKE/SINGING TO TRACKS is available. *NO RECORDING OFF THE BOARD is available.
http://www.crescentmoonwinebar.com/ Phone: 281-364-WINE (9463) Contact Danny Everitt for all details: danny@dannyeveritt.com

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INFORMATION & INSPIRATION
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BARBARA CLOYD’S PLAY FOR PUBLISHERS WORKSHOP in Nashville at the Bluebird Café
Oct. 22-24th Registration ends Sept. 14th http://barbaracloyd.com/workshops.htm
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SONGWRITER GIRL CAMPS
Hit songwriter Kirsti Manna (“Austin”-by Blake Shelton) has created one-day camps for women of all ages to further their knowledge and career path. For more information, go to http://songwritergirl.com