For singers, solo instrumentists, songwriters, and other musicians of all abilities.
We encourage both originals and tasteful covers.
No backing tracks.
No full drum kits; small acoustic percussion is welcomed.
We are mostly acoustic, however performers are welcome to play electric guitar, bring-your-own keyboard and other instruments if they are not too loud.
Room for two performers on stage at a time.
Microphones and chords to plug-in instruments provided.
Microphone covers provided - or bring your own microphone!
Every performer gets at least 2 songs or about 10 minutes, if less than 10 musicians arrive that time is increased.
FAQ For Bards' and Balladeers' Acoustic Showcase
Singers in the Round Format, each performer takes turns playing original songs.
This is a "pass the hat" event, donnations are encouraged and split evenly between all the artists.
Bards' and Balladeers' performers are selected from the best of the Songwriter Open-Mic events.
