songwriterserenade.com<\/a>. Songwriters are expected to fill out the form and attach four songs in mp3 format, along with titles and lyrics. A link to a live performance — preferably of one or more of the songs — also should be included. All submitted songs must have been written and\/or copyrighted within the last three years and each must not exceed five minutes in length.<\/p>\nSongwriters selected as semifinalists will be notified by April 5. To participate, they must commit to being present for the entire weekend\u2019s events \u2014 including a Friday evening barbecue, the competition on Saturday (from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and an evening concert by the three judges and the competition winner, and a songwriting workshop on Sunday with the judges. All of the semifinalists will be provided with free room and board over the weekend.<\/p>\n
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Applications are being accepted through March 29 in the 18th annual Songwriter Serenade contest. 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There are no fees to enter the completion in which songwriters are evaluated based on lyrics (imagery, story, creativity, and originality), melody (structure, phrasing, and rhythm), and performing ability (vocals, musicianship). Stage presence\/audience rapport also will be taken into consideration during the semifinals and finals in May. Tickets to the event will be available to the public.<\/p>\n