QUESTIONS | ANSWERS |
On The Workshop | |
| I don’t know how to write music. I just write the lyrics. Can I still participate in the workshop? | Yes. All you need is the desire to become a songwriter, work with a songwriter, find a singer, find a songwriter … all are welcome. |
On Songwriting Services | |
| I am looking for a songwriter to write a song for me. Can the ISS help me find one? |
Yes, but it will help to provide the some particulars. How will the song be used? Do you want to own the song? How do you want to work with them and is there any compensation involved?
Different songwriters not only have different styles and skills, but they also have different goals and terms. Providing the answers to these questions will help you find the right songwriter anywhere you may be looking.
Other options include running a songwriting contest, or attending a workshop to meet us and hear our music.
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| Do you have any suggestions on how I can get my music heard? |
There are many services available to get your music heard. Here are just a few of the services used by our members:
The Island Songwriters Showcase does not officially endorse these services, but also was not compensated for mentioning them.
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Open Mics | |
| Can I play at your Open Mics? | Songwriters are always welcome. No poets, comedians, jugglers or magicians please. Cover artists who are seriously interested in songwriting are generally welcome, but some of our open mics may be strictly original. Please check with the Showcase facilitator. |
| Can my band play at your Open Mics? | All of our current venues require quiet-to-moderate volume levels. So, no loud, electrified bands, please. Acoustic ensembles are fine. |
| What equipment (if any) is provided? | It varies depending on the venue and sometimes other factors. Generally, there is a vocal mic and guitar amplification available. Please check with the Showcase Facilitator. |
