The Life of a Song: Presented by Auditorium & Durango Songwriter's Expo
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Songwriting and Music Publishing Business Workshop
Hosted by Durango Songwriter's Expo.
In partnership with the , who is celebrating 30 years of turning songs into careers, The Life of a Song: Songwriting & Music Publishing Business Workshop serves as a bridge between creative craft and career infrastructure. Join us for an immersive evening workshop designed to introduce attendees to Durango Songwriter’s Expo and demystify what happens after the song is written, recorded, mixed, and mastered. It answers the question, "Now what?" with an invitation to join the Durango Songwriter’s Expo community to learn more about partnering with the right publisher and how to get your music into film and TV. RSVP now to save your seat!
Free to RSVP!
Limited capacity.
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM MT
The Monkey Barrel
4401 Tejon St,
Denver, CO 80211
Special thanks to The Monkey Barrel!
Located in the Historic Sunnyside neighborhood in Denver, The Monkey Barrel is a top rated establishment in the Denver area and honored to be a Denver Legacy Business. A favorite destination among locals for drinks, food, sports, events, and a home for local musicians and live music.
We bring together artists, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals to explore practical, profitable, and sustainable pathways to success. Through live experiences, education, and collaboration, Auditorium empowers creators to build thriving careers—on their own terms—and drives meaningful connections that strengthen the independent music economy.
Where songs meet their future
For 30 years, Durango has been the music industry's best-kept secret - a twice-yearly event where songwriters get direct access to the publishers, A&R executives, and music supervisors who can change their careers.
The Durango Songwriters Expo is one of the nation's premier artist and songwriter events, endorsed by ASCAP, BMI, and CODA. Founded in 1996 in Durango, Colorado, DSE celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2026.
Upcoming Expo:
October 8-10, Broomfield, CO
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