Songwriter Soiree 143: Illuminate!

Welcome to the Songwriter Soiree!

Join us for this special cozy edition of Portland's most connected home grown style music event!
NEW LOCATION: Bridgespace PDX!

This month's theme is: Illuminate!
As we enter into the winter season and the light fades away, what helps keep you illuminated during this introspective time? What practices do you turn towards? What is illuminated for you during this time?

The Songwriter Soiree is a 17+ year running musical community which started in a Portland Living room, and now has reaches across the world.

Our mission is to support songwriters of all skill levels and genres, create an inspiring and supportive community, and provide a safe space where individuals can express themselves through music and storytelling. Over 8500 songwriters have played since we began in 2009. Wow!

Join us for this very special soiree as we celebrate coming together in music, connection and belonging!

HOW IT WORKS

The Soiree is an open mic for original music. Every song played MUST be original and played by the writer. Each person gets up to 5 minutes to present.

1) TO SIGN UP TO PLAY

Online sign-ups will be taken in the order received and the list will be made based on your requested time preference.
Please note that online sign-ups will be closed after 25 people have signed up. After that point, you will have to sign up in person and you’ll be put in a raffle for your time slot. To increase the possibility of playing in your desired timeframe, please arrive at the venue between 6-6:30pm.
You must purchase a ticket online first in order to sign up online (you will be taken to link upon purchase). You may also sign up at the event in person still.

When you sign up online, there are two steps:
1. You must first purchase a ticket
2. Click either on the link in the confirmation message OR on the online sign up form link which is included in your ticket email from Eventbrite (at the bottom).

For in-person sign-ups, we have two sign-up periods. When checking in and signing up at the desk, your name will be put in a random drawing for list order for the first OR second half (10-15 people per half). Sign-ups will begin 30 minutes before the start time of the first half, so please arrive on time if you want to sign up!
Please note that we often have more people who want to play than space, so sign-ups are on a first come basis online and in-person. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
2) WHAT WE PROVIDE

We provide a piano, house guitar, and mics. This is a mostly acoustic sharing space for ease of transition. If you wish to use electronic elements (synth/loop pedals, amps) please contact us before coming so we can clear it first.

3) VOLUNTEER

We need your help to run this event! Positions include set up and clean up. If you'd like to volunteer, please message us or comment on the Facebook event page.

4) GUIDELINES

• This is a listening party, not a rager. Come with the intention of listening and keep talking to a minimum in the music space.

• This is a mostly acoustic sharing space for ease of transitions. If you wish to use electronic elements (synth/loop pedals, amps) please contact us before coming so we can clear it first.

• Please keep your total stage time to under 5 minutes

• Feel free to bring hygiene friendly finger foods and drinks to share (single serving, non-touching).

• Please invite friends personally you wish to attend!

*SUPPORT THE SOIREE!*

Tickets are $15 pre sale. We offer a sliding scale of $10-20 at the door suggested. Buying in advance ensures your spot (capacity is limited) and helps as gauge how many to set up for.

We rely on door fees and your support to keep the soiree going. Please consider making a donation outside of the ticket. Your contribution will allow us to continue to offer the soiree and retreat moving forward in this challenging time.

100% of all donated proceeds go to our scholarship fund - helping those without means attend our retreats and events!

Support a songwriter and contribute here:

https://www.songwritersoiree.com/donate

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