Opelika Songwriters Festival

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A SONGWRITER? TO TELL OUR STORIES AND SEND THEM OUT TO THE WORLD? ULTIMATELY WE WANT TO WRITE SONGS THAT REACH OUT AND MOVE THE LISTENER IN A MEANINGFUL WAY.

THAT’S ALL WELL AND GOOD TO SAY BUT WHAT DOES THAT LOOK LIKE ‘IN THE FIELD’?
HOW DO WE ACCESS THIS MAGICAL CREATIVE PROCESS.
PLEASE JOIN ME FOR MY SONGWRITING WORKSHOP WHERE I’LL BE SHARING MY PERSONAL PROCESS AND GIVING YOU SOME SIMPLE BUT POWERFUL TOOLS YOU CAN BEGIN USING RIGHT AWAY!

ADULTS $25
STUDENTS $15
*Limited seating.

Attend the Guitar Tone Workshop on Saturday morning at The Sound Wall with LARRY MITCHELL!

Larry Mitchell is a Grammy award-winning producer, engineer and performer who has toured the world playing guitar with well-known artists including Tracy Chapman, Billy Squier, Ric Ocasek and Miguel Bosé. In his original compositions, Larry skillfully weaves guitar textures that showcase his virtuosity as a solo artist and ensemble player..

ADULTS $25
STUDENTS $15
*Limited seating.

SheCollective is bringing a powerhouse panel to the festival, offering real talk on what it takes to sustain a career in music. No cost to attend, but a festival wristband is required.

What You’ll Get:
• The foundation of a lasting career – defining your sound, handling the business side, and staying relevant.
• Navigating the industry – breaking in, building relationships, and avoiding common missteps.
• Sustaining creativity – staying inspired, handling rejection, and maintaining longevity.
• Audience Q&A – ask the pros your burning questions.

If you’re serious about making music your career, don’t miss this conversation.

SheCollective (SHECO) is a community initiative based in Auburn, Alabama, dedicated to empowering and connecting women in music. Launched in late 2024, SHECO aims to create a supportive environment for female musicians, fostering collaboration and inspiration. The collective offers resources, networking opportunities, and events to help women advance in the music industry. 

*no cost, festival wristband required
*Limited seating.

Singers, stop beating up your voice!
Come to this workshop to learn simple and practical techniques that let you sing and play longer and stronger with less effort.

You’ll walk away with the following skills:
-Trade bad habits for good ones to keep your voice healthy now and for many years to come
-Learn how to navigate colds, allergies, eating on the go, and long performances
-Evaluate supplements, sprays, and lozenges for throat relief

Dr. Phillip Snider, DO is a board certified osteopathic family practice physician. He teaches at the VCOM medical school in Auburn, AL, and gives lectures to students in the Auburn University Commercial Voice program. In his practice, he uses his osteopathic training to help musicians get rid of pain, optimize their performance, and get back to enjoying life.

*no cost, festival wristband required
*Limited seating.