FREEPORT — The Brunswick-based Maine Songwriters Association has announced its live final competition at Cadenza listening room, set for 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3, at 5 Depot St.
The association is a statewide, nonprofit, member organization dedicated to the support of songwriters and their art. Its mission is to encourage, recognize, educate, support and promote developing songwriters.
This year the association had a record number of entries, 61, showcasing a variety of songwriters from all genres across the state. Finalists are chosen through an anonymous screening process by the association board. The 2024 finalists are Sue Horowitz, Wes Covey, Carole Wise, Aaron Barber, Tom McKeon, and Janice O’Rourke/Mark McDonough. They will all perform live at the event.
Information on the performers and judges can be found at mainesongwriters.org.
All finalists received a half day of recording at Forest Audio in Belfast. First-, second- and third-place winners will also receive a cash prize.
Tickets cost $23 in advance or $28 at door.
For tickets visit cadenzafreeport.com.
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