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• SAW Open Mic at Island Pride Oasis

  • When
    10/23/2018
  •  
    7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
  • Location
    Island Pride Oasis, 617 S Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877

  Tuesday SAW Open Mic at Island Pride Oasis
  with hosts Michelle Murray and Dell Potter

  Open mic runs on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Tuesdays from 7:30-10:30 p.m. Musicians can sign up in person starting at 7 p.m. For more information email Dalton Potter at: dalton@pottersviolins.com or Michelle Murray mmurray68@gmail.com.  See our facebook page for updates and more information.
  

  Island Pride Oasis
  617 S Frederick Ave
  Gaithersburg MD 20877
  

  Event Hosts: Dell Potter, dalton@pottersviolins.com,
  Michelle Murray, mmurray68@gmail.com

  
  

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• Mariachis Taco Jam/Open Mic (every Tues)

  • When
    10/23/2018
  •  
    8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Location
    9428 Battle St (26.77 mi) Manassas, Virginia 20110

  Join us Tuesday nights from 8-11 pm for the Taco Jam at Mariachis Restaurant. (Open mic/Jam)- Emphasis here is collaboration and playing your tunes with the band. Bring your instruments and sit in or sit back and listen. There is a drummer each week. Bass players can plug into the board or bring your amp. Bring your appetite and feast on some awesome tacos at a special Tuesday price ($3). Good selection at the bar.

  Hosted by Zac Quintana, zrqmusic@gmail.com
  
  Mariachis is in Old Town Manassas across from the train station.
  
  

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• SAW Variety Showcases at The Epicure Cafe, Fairfax

  • When
    10/24/2018
  •  
    7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Location
    11104 Lee Highway (route 29) Fairfax VA

  SAW Variety Showcases at The Epicure, Fairfax, VA 
  
  "The best place to hear singer-songwriters" ~~WASHINGTONIAN JUNE 2016

  2nd, 4th, & 5th Wednesdays
  Showcase contact: Ron Goad, mistergoad@gmail.com

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  Wed Oct 24 7:10 pm

  On tour from Nashville: Buddy Farler -- Robert Ahrold -- Phil Selz -- Tiber Creek: Amy Nazarov of Dead Men's Hollow & John Redwood Penovich -- Gordon Roberts-Don Walters Duo -- Feature Dumisani "Dumi" Right of Zimbabwe -- On tour from Bolivia: Charango player Luciel Izumi & guitarist Cristian Perez from Argentina $10

  Showcase performers/acts sign up online and are guaranteed stage time to perform three songs starting at 8 pm. Original songs and cover songs are welcome.

  Each reserved-slot showcase evening is followed by an open mic. Show up, sign up, and share a song or two, originals or covers. Showcasers may also sign up to perform additional songs during the OM.

  Each show starts with a piano prelude, 7:30-7:55 pm

  All tips go to the featured act, which is followed by an open mic at 10 pm.

  EpicureCafe.org
  11104 Lee Highway (route 29)
  Fairfax, VA 22030
  Phone: 703-352-9193
  Fax: 703-352-9194
  Email: cafe.epicure@gmail.com

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• Fat Tuesday's Jam/Open Mic (every Wednesday)

  • When
    10/24/2018
  •  
    9:30 PM - 11:59 PM
  • Location
    10673 Braddock Rd, Fairfax, Virginia 22032

  Zac Quintana hosts and open Mic/jam every Wednesday night. Good jams, good wings, good vibes. Backing band most weeks. 
  
  Emphasis here is collaboration and playing your tunes with the band. Bring your instruments and sit in or sit back and listen. 

  Hosted by Zac Quintana, zrqmusic@gmail.com.
  
  
  
  

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• New Deal Open Mic (4th Thurs)

  • When
    10/25/2018
  •  
    7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location
    New Deal Café, 113 Centerway, Greenbelt, MD

  Paige Powell hosts an open mic at the New Deal Cafe every fourth Thursday.
  

  • Full PA with vocal mics and instrument pickups. Upright piano available.
  • Advance and walk-in sign-ups beginning at 6:30 p.m.
  
  Sign up in advance by emailing paige@paigepowellmusic.com. See ya there! 
  
  New Deal Cafe
  113 Centerway 
  Greenbelt, MD 20770
  (301) 474-5642 (for venue information)
  www.newdealcafe.com

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• SAW Showcase at Bump 'n Grind (Last Thursday)

  • When
    10/25/2018
  •  
    7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    1200 East West Highway Silver Spring, MD 20910

  The Songwriters Association of Washington presents the monthly Thursday Songwriter Showcase at Bump 'n Grind cafe in Silver Spring. Join hosts Billy Coulter (Songwriter of the Year 2010) and Bill Williams for an evening of good tunes, food, coffee, craft beers and wine with  special guests.

  October 25: Eli Lev
  w/David Hale

  No cover charge but donations are greatly appreciated.

  
  http://bumpngrind.co/

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• SAW Open Mic at Island Pride Oasis

  • When
    10/30/2018
  •  
    7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
  • Location
    Island Pride Oasis, 617 S Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877

  Tuesday SAW Open Mic at Island Pride Oasis
  with hosts Michelle Murray and Dell Potter

  Open mic runs on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Tuesdays from 7:30-10:30 p.m. Musicians can sign up in person starting at 7 p.m. For more information email Dalton Potter at: dalton@pottersviolins.com or Michelle Murray mmurray68@gmail.com.  See our facebook page for updates and more information.
  

  Island Pride Oasis
  617 S Frederick Ave
  Gaithersburg MD 20877
  

  Event Hosts: Dell Potter, dalton@pottersviolins.com,
  Michelle Murray, mmurray68@gmail.com

  
  

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• Mariachis Taco Jam/Open Mic (every Tues)

  • When
    10/30/2018
  •  
    8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Location
    9428 Battle St (26.77 mi) Manassas, Virginia 20110

  Join us Tuesday nights from 8-11 pm for the Taco Jam at Mariachis Restaurant. (Open mic/Jam)- Emphasis here is collaboration and playing your tunes with the band. Bring your instruments and sit in or sit back and listen. There is a drummer each week. Bass players can plug into the board or bring your amp. Bring your appetite and feast on some awesome tacos at a special Tuesday price ($3). Good selection at the bar.

  Hosted by Zac Quintana, zrqmusic@gmail.com
  
  Mariachis is in Old Town Manassas across from the train station.
  
  

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• SAW Variety Showcases at The Epicure Cafe, Fairfax

  • When
    10/31/2018
  •  
    7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Location
    11104 Lee Highway (route 29) Fairfax VA

  SAW Variety Showcases at The Epicure, Fairfax, VA 
  
  "The best place to hear singer-songwriters" ~~WASHINGTONIAN JUNE 2016

  2nd, 4th, & 5th Wednesdays
  Showcase contact: Ron Goad, mistergoad@gmail.com

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  Wed Oct 31 7:10 pm

  HALLOWEEN: FUNNY SONGS AND COMEDIANS SPECIAL EVENT -- Julie Kehrli & Duane Siler -- Anna Keller & Daniel Greenberg -- Ben Mason --Greg Marsh -- Greg Vickers -- Wayne Jordan -- Special Ed Light --Timothy White -- Larry Rice -- Beat Poet Rod Deacey -- Comedians Patty Bailey and Jamie Benedi -- Adults only. We'll celebrate Wayne's birthday too! Free show -- Best costume wins $.

  Showcase performers/acts sign up online and are guaranteed stage time to perform three songs starting at 8 pm. Original songs and cover songs are welcome.

  Each reserved-slot showcase evening is followed by an open mic. Show up, sign up, and share a song or two, originals or covers. Showcasers may also sign up to perform additional songs during the OM.

  Each show starts with a piano prelude, 7:30-7:55 pm

  All tips go to the featured act, which is followed by an open mic at 10 pm.

  EpicureCafe.org
  11104 Lee Highway (route 29)
  Fairfax, VA 22030
  Phone: 703-352-9193
  Fax: 703-352-9194
  Email: cafe.epicure@gmail.com

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• Fat Tuesday's Jam/Open Mic (every Wednesday)

  • When
    10/31/2018
  •  
    9:30 PM - 11:59 PM
  • Location
    10673 Braddock Rd, Fairfax, Virginia 22032

  Zac Quintana hosts and open Mic/jam every Wednesday night. Good jams, good wings, good vibes. Backing band most weeks. 
  
  Emphasis here is collaboration and playing your tunes with the band. Bring your instruments and sit in or sit back and listen. 

  Hosted by Zac Quintana, zrqmusic@gmail.com.
  
  
  
  

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• New Deal Open Mic (1st Thurs)

  • When
    11/01/2018
  •  
    7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location
    New Deal Café, 113 Centerway, Greenbelt, MD

  Lynn Hollyfield hosts an open mic at the New Deal Cafe every 1st Thursday of the month.

  Full PA with vocal mics and instrument pickups. Upright piano available.
  Sign-ups begin at 6:30 p.m.
  Featured act from 8:00 to 8:30 (featuring local and touring artists)
  

  Email Lynn at Lynn@LynnHollyfield.com for more information.

  
  New Deal Cafe
  113 Centerway 
  Greenbelt, MD 20770
  (301) 474-5642 (for venue information)
  www.newdealcafe.com

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• Singer / Songwriter Showcase at Outta the Way Cafe

  • When
    11/01/2018
  •  
    8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Location
    17503 Redland Rd, Derwood, MD 20855

  Singer / Songwriter Showcase at Outta the Way Cafe
  

  Enjoy awesome original music in a fun round robin style format with host John Trupp at this NEW showcase, held every first Thursday. Each act plays for 20 minutes each hour over a 3 hour showcase, and are encouraged to share the cool stories behind their songs. Often, they will invite fellow musicians up to join in. 

  There will probably be surprise guests, as well! It's gonna be huge fun. You do not want to miss this. 

  Support local music and have a blast doing it!

  Enjoy the awesome original music and spectacular live performances of super-talented local luminaries:
  

  For more information, contact John Trupp at johntrupp@gmail.com

  
  

  
  

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• Song Circle at Electric Maid

  • When
    11/03/2018
  •  
    3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    268 Carroll St. NW,Takoma Park, Washington, DC 20012

  

  Saturday Song Circle at ELECTRIC MAID 
  268 Carroll St. NW
  Takoma Park, Washington, DC 20012
  Hosted by Joel Pomerantz, pomeranj@hotmail.com

  Join us for this informal and welcoming song circle in the heart of Takoma Park. Bring your instrument and share your original or cover songs, or just come to listen. All styles of music welcome; outside food and beverage allowed.
  

  The Electric Maid is at 268 Carroll Street,NW, Washington DC 202-545-3980, between Seekers Church and Torchinsky's Funeral Home, across from 7-11, less than one block from the Takoma Metro Station on the Red Line.

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• Mariachis Taco Jam/Open Mic (every Tues)

  • When
    11/06/2018
  •  
    8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Location
    9428 Battle St (26.77 mi) Manassas, Virginia 20110

  Join us Tuesday nights from 8-11 pm for the Taco Jam at Mariachis Restaurant. (Open mic/Jam)- Emphasis here is collaboration and playing your tunes with the band. Bring your instruments and sit in or sit back and listen. There is a drummer each week. Bass players can plug into the board or bring your amp. Bring your appetite and feast on some awesome tacos at a special Tuesday price ($3). Good selection at the bar.

  Hosted by Zac Quintana, zrqmusic@gmail.com
  
  Mariachis is in Old Town Manassas across from the train station.
  
  

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• Fat Tuesday's Jam/Open Mic (every Wednesday)

  • When
    11/07/2018
  •  
    9:30 PM - 11:59 PM
  • Location
    10673 Braddock Rd, Fairfax, Virginia 22032

  Zac Quintana hosts and open Mic/jam every Wednesday night. Good jams, good wings, good vibes. Backing band most weeks. 
  
  Emphasis here is collaboration and playing your tunes with the band. Bring your instruments and sit in or sit back and listen. 

  Hosted by Zac Quintana, zrqmusic@gmail.com.
  
  
  
  

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• Acoustic Originals at Café Sazón (2nd Thurs)

  • When
    11/08/2018
  •  
    7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location
    Cafe Sazón 4704 Columbia Pike

  Acoustic Originals at Café Sazón

  Second Thursdays, 7:30 PM - 10 PM

  SAW member David Hale hosts an original songs showcase at Café Sazón, a Latin American bakery and restaurant in south Arlington, VA. 
  

  Join us for an evening of acoustic music! Please note this is not an open mic.
  

  If you are interested in performing, please contact David Hale at david@lostonroute66.com.

  Location: 

  Café Sazón
  4704 Columbia Pike at S Four Mile Run Drive 
  (next to Goodwill), Arlington, VA
  

  Parking is available in front of Cafe Sazon and beside Goodwill

  cafesazon.com

  
  

  
  

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• Root Studio Open Mic (2nd Friday)

  • When
    11/09/2018
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    9140 Guilford Road, Suite D, Columbia, MD 21046

  The Root Studio Open Mic is a monthly spoken word and acoustic music showcase of local and regional talent. All experience levels and genres are welcome! Performance signups begin at 6:30pm and the first act begins at 7:00pm. Two songs/readings or 8 min. of performance time is allotted to each performer. Food and beverage is available with a donation and provided by venue sponsors. Visit our website for ticket info and details!

  Performance Guidelines:

  • Performers can perform up to 2 songs/readings each or 8 minutes, whichever is shorter.
  • Performers may buy their ticket in advance BUT to secure your spot in the set list you must signup in person on the day of the event.
    
  • Signup will begin at 6:30 pm and it is first come, first served.
    
  • All performances may be broadcast via Facebook Live
    
  • All genres of music and literature are welcome, including covers and originals.
    
  • Acoustic music only, no amps or drum kits.
    
  • All registered performers will receive two complimentary tickets to this event.
    
  • Space, sound and technical specs...

  PLEASE NOTE this is a ticketed event:
  General Admission: $15.00
  Performers: $10.00 (Includes two complimentary tickets)
  Seniors (65+), Military, Students (with ID): $10.00
  

  Contact our Open Mic Co-Host for questions about the event. faye@therootstudio.org

  https://www.therootstudio.org/openmicnight

  https://www.facebook.com/rootstudiocolumbia/

  9140 Guilford Road, Suite D, Columbia, MD 21046

  410-824-8044

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• MD Songwriter's Toolbox Session (2nd Saturday)

  • When
    11/10/2018
  •  
    12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Rockville Memorial Library, 21 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD 20850

  Come share your songs in a friendly, respectful environment in this workshop / song circle, held on the 2nd Saturday of each month. The Toolbox meets at Rockville Memorial Library in Meeting Room #1 (on the right, first floor) from 12:30 - 3:00.
  

  These sessions strive to be both respectful, positive environments and a genuine attempt to address and assist your efforts to write the better song. Come hear what your songwriting peers are doing, share your latest writings, ramblings or unfinished opus and find out what SAW can do to help you be abetter songwriter. The Songwriters' Toolbox sessions are organized by Jay Keating, president@saw.org.
  

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• Songwriters' Showcases at Brewer's Alley (2nd Monday)

  • When
    11/12/2018
  •  
    7:30 PM
  • Location
    124 North Market Street (route 355) Frederick, MD

   Songwriters' Showcase at Brewer's Alley
  

  124 North Market Street (route 355), Frederick, MD
  2nd or 3rd Mondays
  7:30 pm 2nd-floor listening room since May 200

  Affiliated with FrederickAcoustic.org, SAW.org, BaltimoreSongwriters.org, BMI.com, WAMAdc.com.

  Each unique show is open to the public and includes an array of entertainers, range from touring, award-winning songwriters to the best local performing songwriters and up-and-coming discoveries. We proudly "showcase" proven musicians (not an open mic). Shows are produced by the volunteer team: Rod Deacey, Ron Goad, Todd Walker. Emphasis in on original songs, but we enjoy an occasional cover song and are often pleasantly surprised by choices and interpretations.

  A PIANO PRELUDE, scheduled by Ron Goad, opens each show.
  
  TWO THREE-SONG SHOWCASERS, also scheduled in advance, perform at some point during the show.
  
  THE FEATURED ACT is scheduled by Rod Deacey and performs an extended set for 100% of your donations, in lieu of a cover charge
  
  Contacts:
  Ron Goad (mistergoad@gmail.com),
  Todd Walker (todd@toddcwalker.com)
  Rod Deacey (roddc@xecu.net)
  

  Brewers-Alley.com - Take the elevator to the 2nd floor listening room, where we have a full dining menu and bar; limited menu after. 9 pm.
  

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• Mariachis Taco Jam/Open Mic (every Tues)

  • When
    11/13/2018
  •  
    8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Location
    9428 Battle St (26.77 mi) Manassas, Virginia 20110

  Join us Tuesday nights from 8-11 pm for the Taco Jam at Mariachis Restaurant. (Open mic/Jam)- Emphasis here is collaboration and playing your tunes with the band. Bring your instruments and sit in or sit back and listen. There is a drummer each week. Bass players can plug into the board or bring your amp. Bring your appetite and feast on some awesome tacos at a special Tuesday price ($3). Good selection at the bar.

  Hosted by Zac Quintana, zrqmusic@gmail.com
  
  Mariachis is in Old Town Manassas across from the train station.
  
  

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• Fat Tuesday's Jam/Open Mic (every Wednesday)

  • When
    11/14/2018
  •  
    9:30 PM - 11:59 PM
  • Location
    10673 Braddock Rd, Fairfax, Virginia 22032

  Zac Quintana hosts and open Mic/jam every Wednesday night. Good jams, good wings, good vibes. Backing band most weeks. 
  
  Emphasis here is collaboration and playing your tunes with the band. Bring your instruments and sit in or sit back and listen. 

  Hosted by Zac Quintana, zrqmusic@gmail.com.
  
  
  
  

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• Open Mic, Beans in the Belfry (3rd Thursday)

  • When
    11/15/2018
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Beans in the Belfry, 122 W. Potomac Street, Brunswick, MD

  Whether performing or listening, come enjoy a night of live music.  
  
  Originals encouraged, covers welcome
  2-song sets; tune-up prior to taking stage
  Walk-in sign-ups upon arrival
  Affiliated with SAW and Frederick Accoustic Music Enterprise (F.A.M.E.)
  
  For information, contact Tomy Wright at tomy@tomywright.com or 301-639-5707.
  
  Beans in the Belfry
  122 W. Potomac Street
  Brunswick, MD 21701
  301-834-7178 (for venue information)
  www.beansinthebelfry.com

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• Songwriter's Toolbox in Woodbridge, VA (3rd Saturday)

  • When
    11/17/2018
  •  
    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Woodbridge Nazarene Church, 14001 Smoketown Rd., Woodbridge, VA 22192

  Come share your songs in a friendly, respectful environment in this workshop / song circle.
  
  These sessions strive to be both respectful, positive environments and a genuine attempt to address and assist your efforts to write the better song. Come hear what your songwriting peers are doing, share your latest writings, ramblings or unfinished opus and find out what SAW can do to help you be a better songwriter. If you have a song to share, please bring 10 - 12 copies of the lyrics to help with the discussion.
  

  For more information about this location, contact Brent Ruggles at brent.m.ruggles@gmail.com. The Songwriters' Toolbox sessions are organized by Jay Keating, president@saw.org.

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• Sunday Songwriters Open Stage at Frederick Coffee Co

  • When
    11/18/2018
  •  
    5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    100 N. East Street, Frederick MD

  Sunday Songwriters Open Stage
  3rd Sunday of each month (except December)
  
  Frederick Coffee Co & Cafe
  (100 N East Street, Frederick)

  The SUNDAY SONGWRITERS OPEN STAGE is held the 3rd Sunday of each month (except December) at the Frederick Coffee Co & Cafe.  Sign-up begins at 4:30pm, music starts promptly at 5pm.
  
  The event is open to local, regional and national acoustic
  singer-songwriters who wish to showcase their original songs.  Each performer starts out with three songs.  If time allows, one or two additional songs may be added at the end of the first rotation of performers.
  
  All tips go to Advocates For Homeless Families.
  
  Please join us.

  The Sunday Songwriters Songfest is endorsed by both F.A.M.E. (Frederick Acoustic Music Enterprise) and SAW (Songwriters Association of Washington). For more information, please contact Todd at todd@toddcwalker.com.

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• Mariachis Taco Jam/Open Mic (every Tues)

  • When
    11/20/2018
  •  
    8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Location
    9428 Battle St (26.77 mi) Manassas, Virginia 20110

  Join us Tuesday nights from 8-11 pm for the Taco Jam at Mariachis Restaurant. (Open mic/Jam)- Emphasis here is collaboration and playing your tunes with the band. Bring your instruments and sit in or sit back and listen. There is a drummer each week. Bass players can plug into the board or bring your amp. Bring your appetite and feast on some awesome tacos at a special Tuesday price ($3). Good selection at the bar.

  Hosted by Zac Quintana, zrqmusic@gmail.com
  
  Mariachis is in Old Town Manassas across from the train station.
  
  

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• Fat Tuesday's Jam/Open Mic (every Wednesday)

  • When
    11/21/2018
  •  
    9:30 PM - 11:59 PM
  • Location
    10673 Braddock Rd, Fairfax, Virginia 22032

  Zac Quintana hosts and open Mic/jam every Wednesday night. Good jams, good wings, good vibes. Backing band most weeks. 
  
  Emphasis here is collaboration and playing your tunes with the band. Bring your instruments and sit in or sit back and listen. 

  Hosted by Zac Quintana, zrqmusic@gmail.com.
  
  
  
  

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• Mariachis Taco Jam/Open Mic (every Tues)

  • When
    11/27/2018
  •  
    8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Location
    9428 Battle St (26.77 mi) Manassas, Virginia 20110

  Join us Tuesday nights from 8-11 pm for the Taco Jam at Mariachis Restaurant. (Open mic/Jam)- Emphasis here is collaboration and playing your tunes with the band. Bring your instruments and sit in or sit back and listen. There is a drummer each week. Bass players can plug into the board or bring your amp. Bring your appetite and feast on some awesome tacos at a special Tuesday price ($3). Good selection at the bar.

  Hosted by Zac Quintana, zrqmusic@gmail.com
  
  Mariachis is in Old Town Manassas across from the train station.
  
  

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• Fat Tuesday's Jam/Open Mic (every Wednesday)

  • When
    11/28/2018
  •  
    9:30 PM - 11:59 PM
  • Location
    10673 Braddock Rd, Fairfax, Virginia 22032

  Zac Quintana hosts and open Mic/jam every Wednesday night. Good jams, good wings, good vibes. Backing band most weeks. 
  
  Emphasis here is collaboration and playing your tunes with the band. Bring your instruments and sit in or sit back and listen. 

  Hosted by Zac Quintana, zrqmusic@gmail.com.
  
  
  
  

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• SAW Showcase at Bump 'n Grind (Last Thursday)

  • When
    11/29/2018
  •  
    7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    1200 East West Highway Silver Spring, MD 20910

  The Songwriters Association of Washington presents the monthly Thursday Songwriter Showcase at Bump 'n Grind cafe in Silver Spring. Join hosts Billy Coulter (Songwriter of the Year 2010) and Bill Williams for an evening of good tunes, food, coffee, craft beers and wine with  special guests.
  
  November 29: Kate Todd
  w/members of Jelly Roll Mortals

  No cover charge but donations are greatly appreciated.

  
  http://bumpngrind.co/

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• Song Circle at Electric Maid

  • When
    12/01/2018
  •  
    3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    268 Carroll St. NW,Takoma Park, Washington, DC 20012

  

  Saturday Song Circle at ELECTRIC MAID 
  268 Carroll St. NW
  Takoma Park, Washington, DC 20012
  Hosted by Joel Pomerantz, pomeranj@hotmail.com

  Join us for this informal and welcoming song circle in the heart of Takoma Park. Bring your instrument and share your original or cover songs, or just come to listen. All styles of music welcome; outside food and beverage allowed.
  

  The Electric Maid is at 268 Carroll Street,NW, Washington DC 202-545-3980, between Seekers Church and Torchinsky's Funeral Home, across from 7-11, less than one block from the Takoma Metro Station on the Red Line.

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• New Deal Open Mic (1st Thurs)

  • When
    12/06/2018
  •  
    7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location
    New Deal Café, 113 Centerway, Greenbelt, MD

  Lynn Hollyfield hosts an open mic at the New Deal Cafe every 1st Thursday of the month.

  Full PA with vocal mics and instrument pickups. Upright piano available.
  Sign-ups begin at 6:30 p.m.
  Featured act from 8:00 to 8:30 (featuring local and touring artists)
  

  Email Lynn at Lynn@LynnHollyfield.com for more information.

  
  New Deal Cafe
  113 Centerway 
  Greenbelt, MD 20770
  (301) 474-5642 (for venue information)
  www.newdealcafe.com

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• Singer / Songwriter Showcase at Outta the Way Cafe

  • When
    12/06/2018
  •  
    8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Location
    17503 Redland Rd, Derwood, MD 20855

  Singer / Songwriter Showcase at Outta the Way Cafe
  

  Enjoy awesome original music in a fun round robin style format with host John Trupp at this NEW showcase, held every first Thursday. Each act plays for 20 minutes each hour over a 3 hour showcase, and are encouraged to share the cool stories behind their songs. Often, they will invite fellow musicians up to join in. 

  There will probably be surprise guests, as well! It's gonna be huge fun. You do not want to miss this. 

  Support local music and have a blast doing it!

  Enjoy the awesome original music and spectacular live performances of super-talented local luminaries:
  

  For more information, contact John Trupp at johntrupp@gmail.com

  
  

  
  

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• MD Songwriter's Toolbox Session (2nd Saturday)

  • When
    12/08/2018
  •  
    12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Rockville Memorial Library, 21 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD 20850

  Come share your songs in a friendly, respectful environment in this workshop / song circle, held on the 2nd Saturday of each month. The Toolbox meets at Rockville Memorial Library in Meeting Room #1 (on the right, first floor) from 12:30 - 3:00.
  

  These sessions strive to be both respectful, positive environments and a genuine attempt to address and assist your efforts to write the better song. Come hear what your songwriting peers are doing, share your latest writings, ramblings or unfinished opus and find out what SAW can do to help you be abetter songwriter. The Songwriters' Toolbox sessions are organized by Jay Keating, president@saw.org.
  

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• Songwriters' Showcases at Brewer's Alley (2nd Monday)

  • When
    12/10/2018
  •  
    7:30 PM
  • Location
    124 North Market Street (route 355) Frederick, MD

   Songwriters' Showcase at Brewer's Alley
  

  124 North Market Street (route 355), Frederick, MD
  2nd or 3rd Mondays
  7:30 pm 2nd-floor listening room since May 200

  Affiliated with FrederickAcoustic.org, SAW.org, BaltimoreSongwriters.org, BMI.com, WAMAdc.com.

  Each unique show is open to the public and includes an array of entertainers, range from touring, award-winning songwriters to the best local performing songwriters and up-and-coming discoveries. We proudly "showcase" proven musicians (not an open mic). Shows are produced by the volunteer team: Rod Deacey, Ron Goad, Todd Walker. Emphasis in on original songs, but we enjoy an occasional cover song and are often pleasantly surprised by choices and interpretations.

  A PIANO PRELUDE, scheduled by Ron Goad, opens each show.
  
  TWO THREE-SONG SHOWCASERS, also scheduled in advance, perform at some point during the show.
  
  THE FEATURED ACT is scheduled by Rod Deacey and performs an extended set for 100% of your donations, in lieu of a cover charge
  
  Contacts:
  Ron Goad (mistergoad@gmail.com),
  Todd Walker (todd@toddcwalker.com)
  Rod Deacey (roddc@xecu.net)
  

  Brewers-Alley.com - Take the elevator to the 2nd floor listening room, where we have a full dining menu and bar; limited menu after. 9 pm.
  

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• Acoustic Originals at Café Sazón (2nd Thurs)

  • When
    12/13/2018
  •  
    7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location
    Cafe Sazón 4704 Columbia Pike

  Acoustic Originals at Café Sazón

  Second Thursdays, 7:30 PM - 10 PM

  SAW member David Hale hosts an original songs showcase at Café Sazón, a Latin American bakery and restaurant in south Arlington, VA. 
  

  Join us for an evening of acoustic music! Please note this is not an open mic.
  

  If you are interested in performing, please contact David Hale at david@lostonroute66.com.

  Location: 

  Café Sazón
  4704 Columbia Pike at S Four Mile Run Drive 
  (next to Goodwill), Arlington, VA
  

  Parking is available in front of Cafe Sazon and beside Goodwill

  cafesazon.com

  
  

  
  

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• Root Studio Open Mic (2nd Friday)

  • When
    12/14/2018
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    9140 Guilford Road, Suite D, Columbia, MD 21046

  The Root Studio Open Mic is a monthly spoken word and acoustic music showcase of local and regional talent. All experience levels and genres are welcome! Performance signups begin at 6:30pm and the first act begins at 7:00pm. Two songs/readings or 8 min. of performance time is allotted to each performer. Food and beverage is available with a donation and provided by venue sponsors. Visit our website for ticket info and details!

  Performance Guidelines:

  • Performers can perform up to 2 songs/readings each or 8 minutes, whichever is shorter.
  • Performers may buy their ticket in advance BUT to secure your spot in the set list you must signup in person on the day of the event.
    
  • Signup will begin at 6:30 pm and it is first come, first served.
    
  • All performances may be broadcast via Facebook Live
    
  • All genres of music and literature are welcome, including covers and originals.
    
  • Acoustic music only, no amps or drum kits.
    
  • All registered performers will receive two complimentary tickets to this event.
    
  • Space, sound and technical specs...

  PLEASE NOTE this is a ticketed event:
  General Admission: $15.00
  Performers: $10.00 (Includes two complimentary tickets)
  Seniors (65+), Military, Students (with ID): $10.00
  

  Contact our Open Mic Co-Host for questions about the event. faye@therootstudio.org

  https://www.therootstudio.org/openmicnight

  https://www.facebook.com/rootstudiocolumbia/

  9140 Guilford Road, Suite D, Columbia, MD 21046

  410-824-8044

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• Songwriter's Toolbox in Woodbridge, VA (3rd Saturday)

  • When
    12/15/2018
  •  
    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Woodbridge Nazarene Church, 14001 Smoketown Rd., Woodbridge, VA 22192

  Come share your songs in a friendly, respectful environment in this workshop / song circle.
  
  These sessions strive to be both respectful, positive environments and a genuine attempt to address and assist your efforts to write the better song. Come hear what your songwriting peers are doing, share your latest writings, ramblings or unfinished opus and find out what SAW can do to help you be a better songwriter. If you have a song to share, please bring 10 - 12 copies of the lyrics to help with the discussion.
  

  For more information about this location, contact Brent Ruggles at brent.m.ruggles@gmail.com. The Songwriters' Toolbox sessions are organized by Jay Keating, president@saw.org.

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• Open Mic, Beans in the Belfry (3rd Thursday)

  • When
    12/20/2018
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Beans in the Belfry, 122 W. Potomac Street, Brunswick, MD

  Whether performing or listening, come enjoy a night of live music.  
  
  Originals encouraged, covers welcome
  2-song sets; tune-up prior to taking stage
  Walk-in sign-ups upon arrival
  Affiliated with SAW and Frederick Accoustic Music Enterprise (F.A.M.E.)
  
  For information, contact Tomy Wright at tomy@tomywright.com or 301-639-5707.
  
  Beans in the Belfry
  122 W. Potomac Street
  Brunswick, MD 21701
  301-834-7178 (for venue information)
  www.beansinthebelfry.com

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• SAW Showcase at Bump 'n Grind (Last Thursday)

  • When
    12/20/2018
  •  
    7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    1200 East West Highway Silver Spring, MD 20910

  The Songwriters Association of Washington presents the monthly Thursday Songwriter Showcase at Bump 'n Grind cafe in Silver Spring. Join hosts Billy Coulter (Songwriter of the Year 2010) and Bill Williams for an evening of good tunes, food, coffee, craft beers and wine with  special guests.
  
  December 20: Holiday Show
  w/ Very Special Guests!

  No cover charge but donations are greatly appreciated.

  
  http://bumpngrind.co/

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• New Deal Open Mic (4th Thurs)

  • When
    12/27/2018
  •  
    7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location
    New Deal Café, 113 Centerway, Greenbelt, MD

  Paige Powell hosts an open mic at the New Deal Cafe every fourth Thursday.
  

  • Full PA with vocal mics and instrument pickups. Upright piano available.
  • Advance and walk-in sign-ups beginning at 6:30 p.m.
  
  Sign up in advance by emailing paige@paigepowellmusic.com. See ya there! 
  
  New Deal Cafe
  113 Centerway 
  Greenbelt, MD 20770
  (301) 474-5642 (for venue information)
  www.newdealcafe.com

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• Songwriter's Toolbox in Woodbridge, VA (3rd Saturday)

  • When
    01/19/2019
  •  
    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Woodbridge Nazarene Church, 14001 Smoketown Rd., Woodbridge, VA 22192

  Come share your songs in a friendly, respectful environment in this workshop / song circle.
  
  These sessions strive to be both respectful, positive environments and a genuine attempt to address and assist your efforts to write the better song. Come hear what your songwriting peers are doing, share your latest writings, ramblings or unfinished opus and find out what SAW can do to help you be a better songwriter. If you have a song to share, please bring 10 - 12 copies of the lyrics to help with the discussion.
  

  For more information about this location, contact Brent Ruggles at brent.m.ruggles@gmail.com. The Songwriters' Toolbox sessions are organized by Jay Keating, president@saw.org.

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• New Deal Open Mic (4th Thurs)

  • When
    01/24/2019
  •  
    7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location
    New Deal Café, 113 Centerway, Greenbelt, MD

  Paige Powell hosts an open mic at the New Deal Cafe every fourth Thursday.
  

  • Full PA with vocal mics and instrument pickups. Upright piano available.
  • Advance and walk-in sign-ups beginning at 6:30 p.m.
  
  Sign up in advance by emailing paige@paigepowellmusic.com. See ya there! 
  
  New Deal Cafe
  113 Centerway 
  Greenbelt, MD 20770
  (301) 474-5642 (for venue information)
  www.newdealcafe.com

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