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Song ContestSan Diego Songwriter’s Guild 24th Annual Song Contest was held Monday, November 16, 2015 at the La Jolla Brewing Company. The contest is a popular tradition for San Diego writers, and offers a unique opportunity to hear a tremendous cross section of local work by San Diego songwriters. Prize winners were selected by a panel of industry professionals, During the evening song entries were played for both judges and audience to hear. After all the songs were listened to, winners were announced, and prizes awarded.

Thanks to everyone who participated in the 24th annual song contest. All the songs entered were amazing. San Diego definitely has a lot of talent. Here is an overview of the song contest…

Platinum

 Nothin’ Civil – Aubryn Stevens and Kiely Schlesinger

Prizes:

  • Signature Sound (3 classes)
  • Rancho Bohemia Studios
  • Listen Local
  • SDSG 1-Year Membership
  • Plaque

Gold

Lady About Town – Aubryn Stevens and Kiely Schlesinger

Prizes:

  • Signature Sound (2 classes)
  • Studio West Recording
  • Bandzoogle
  • SDSG 1-Year Membership
  • Plaque

Silver

Alright – Paul Coughlin, Morgan Leigh, Reuel Zavala, Eric Cihonski

Prizes:

  • Signature Sound (1 class)
  • West Coast Talent House
  • Freedom Guitar Package
  • SDSG 1-Year Membership
  • Plaque

Bronze

Where Were You – Christine Parker

Prizes:

  • Signature Sound (1 class)
  • Rareified Recording

Special Prize winner

Ian Mc Cartor – Big West Music A&R Package

Honorable Mention

  • All These Things – Jason Matkin
  •  Boxes – Nina Francis
  •  I Love You Mommy – Terri Bendy-Hoth Andre Hoth
  • The Love That Got Away – Eric Smith
  •  Never Enough – Kendrick Dial, Michael Benedetto

Judges

Also, our thanks and appreciation to the judges for their time and willingness to be a part of this event. They did an excellent job.

  • Craig Goldy
  • Marc “Mookie” Kaczor
  • Peter Dyson
  • Tod Howarth
  • Margaret McClure

Sponsors

Thank You for the contest sponsors for their generosity and support

Volunteers

Finally, great appreciation for the volunteers who gave their time and effort to make this event happen.

  • Mark Hattersley
  • Diane Waters
  • John Pape
  • Jeff Caldwell
  • Stacy Johnston
  • Mike Wojinak
  • Chuck Philyaw

Get your songs ready for next years song contest.

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24th Annual Song Contest November 16th 2015 http://sdsongwriters.org/song-contest/24th-annual-song-contest-november-16th-2015/ http://sdsongwriters.org/song-contest/24th-annual-song-contest-november-16th-2015/#comments Tue, 06 Oct 2015 01:53:01 +0000 http://sdsongwriters.org/?p=2590 Monday, November 16, 2015 For complete detail on how to enter and contest rules go to the song contest page.]]> SDSG’s 24th Annual Song Contest will be held Monday, November 16, 2015

For complete detail on how to enter and contest rules go to the song contest page.

The contest is a popular tradition for San Diego writers, and offers a unique opportunity to hear a tremendous cross section of local work. Prize winners are to be selected by a panel of industry professionals in this exciting event on November 16, during which song entries recorded on CD are played for both judges and audience to hear. Songs will be heard, winners will be announced, and prizes awarded on this jam packed night, an exciting prospect indeed. If you are a songwriter, or a producer or artist looking for some new material, please join us on November 16th!

For complete detail on how to enter and contest rules go to the song contest page.

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23rd Annual Song Contest – November 3rd, 2014 http://sdsongwriters.org/song-contest/23rd-annual-song-contest-november-3rd-2014/ http://sdsongwriters.org/song-contest/23rd-annual-song-contest-november-3rd-2014/#respond Sat, 30 Aug 2014 14:45:07 +0000 http://sdsongwriters.org/?p=2436 For complete detail on how to enter and contest rules go to the song contest page.

SDSG’s 23nd Annual Song Contest will be held Monday, November 3, 2013. For complete detail on how to enter and contest rules go to the song contest page. The contest is a popular tradition for San Diego writers, and offers a unique opportunity to hear a tremendous cross section of local work. Prize winners are to be selected by a panel of industry professionals in this exciting event on November 3, during which song entries recorded on CD are played for both judges and audience to hear. Songs will be heard, winners will be announced, and prizes awarded on this jam packed night, an exciting prospect indeed. If you are a songwriter, or a producer or artist looking for some new material, please join us on November 3rd!]]>
SDSG’s 22nd Annual Song Contest will be held Monday, November 3, 2013

For complete detail on how to enter and contest rules go to the song contest page.

The contest is a popular tradition for San Diego writers, and offers a unique opportunity to hear a tremendous cross section of local work. Prize winners are to be selected by a panel of industry professionals in this exciting event on November 3, during which song entries recorded on CD are played for both judges and audience to hear. Songs will be heard, winners will be announced, and prizes awarded on this jam packed night, an exciting prospect indeed. If you are a songwriter, or a producer or artist looking for some new material, please join us on November 3rd!

For complete detail on how to enter and contest rules go to the song contest page.

Please note we will have this event at a new location.

La Jolla Brewing Company
7536 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037
Phone:(858) 246-6759

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22nd Annual Song Contest Results http://sdsongwriters.org/song-contest/22nd-annual-song-contest-results/ http://sdsongwriters.org/song-contest/22nd-annual-song-contest-results/#comments Sat, 09 Nov 2013 16:10:06 +0000 http://sdsongwriters.org/?p=2231 Read more →

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sierra west songwriterSan Diego Songwriter’s Guild 22nd Annual Song Contest was held Monday, November 4, 2013 at the Country Inn & Suites in Sorrento Valley. The contest is a popular tradition for San Diego writers, and offers a unique opportunity to hear a tremendous cross section of local work by San Diego songwriters. Prize winners were selected by a panel of industry professionals, During the evening song entries were played for both judges and audience to hear. After all the songs were listened to, winners were announced, and prizes awarded.
Thanks to everyone who participated in the 22th annual song contest.  All the songs entered were amazing.  San Diego definitely has a lot of talent. Here is an overview of the song contest…

Winners

Platinum
  • Sierra West – It’s About Time
Gold
  • Savannah Philyaw – Daddy’s In The Navy
Silver
  • Marshall William Hattersley – Hymn to Still Waters
Bronze
  • Sierra West – Split the Sky
Honorable Mention
  • Rex Hermogino – The Fountain Of Youth
  • Avalon Young – The Surface
  • Josh Damigo – Alright
  • Brian Darnell – The River
  • Brian Darnell – Lookin’ Like Rain
  • Savannah Philyaw – Unfinished Song
  • Chris Venti – Where Do We Go
  • Josh Damigo – Just Let Me Love You
  • Bob “Sully” Sullivan – All In This Time
  • Chris Carpenter – Up All Night

Judges

Also, our thanks and appreciation to the judges for their time and willingness to be a part of this event.  They did an excellent job.

  • Gregory Page
  • Diane Waters
  • Marc “Mookie” Kaczor
  • Josquin des Pres
  • Peter Dyson

Sponsors

Thank You for the contest sponsors for their generosity and support

Volunteers

Finally, great appreciation for the volunteers who gave their time and effort to make this event happen.
  • Tim Mudd
  • Mark Hattersley
  • Diane Waters
  • John Pape
  • Al Torres
  • Barb Hattersley
Get your songs ready for next years song contest.
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SDSG’s 22nd Annual Song Contest November 4, 2013 http://sdsongwriters.org/song-contest/sdsgs-22nd-annual-song-contest-november-4-2013/ http://sdsongwriters.org/song-contest/sdsgs-22nd-annual-song-contest-november-4-2013/#respond Sat, 19 Oct 2013 18:23:36 +0000 http://sdsongwriters.org/?p=2179 For complete detail on how to enter and contest rules go to the song contest page.

SDSG’s 22nd Annual Song Contest will be held Monday, November 4, 2013 at the Country Inn & Suites in Sorrento Valley. For complete detail on how to enter and contest rules go to the song contest page. The contest is a popular tradition for San Diego writers, and offers a unique opportunity to hear a tremendous cross section of local work. Prize winners are to be selected by a panel of industry professionals in this exciting event on November 4, during which song entries recorded on CD are played for both judges and audience to hear. Songs will be heard, winners will be announced, and prizes awarded on this jam packed night, an exciting prospect indeed. If you are a songwriter, or a producer or artist looking for some new material, please join us at Country Inn & Suites, 5975 Lusk Boulevard, San Diego 92121 on November 4th!]]>
SDSG’s 22nd Annual Song Contest will be held Monday, November 4, 2013 at the Country Inn & Suites in Sorrento Valley.

For complete detail on how to enter and contest rules go to the song contest page.

The contest is a popular tradition for San Diego writers, and offers a unique opportunity to hear a tremendous cross section of local work. Prize winners are to be selected by a panel of industry professionals in this exciting event on November 4, during which song entries recorded on CD are played for both judges and audience to hear. Songs will be heard, winners will be announced, and prizes awarded on this jam packed night, an exciting prospect indeed. If you are a songwriter, or a producer or artist looking for some new material, please join us at Country Inn & Suites, 5975 Lusk Boulevard, San Diego 92121 on November 4th!

For complete detail on how to enter and contest rules go to the song contest page.

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21st Annual Song Contest Results http://sdsongwriters.org/song-contest/21st-annual-song-contest-results/ http://sdsongwriters.org/song-contest/21st-annual-song-contest-results/#respond Sat, 10 Nov 2012 18:52:35 +0000 http://sdsongwriters.org/?p=2034 Read more →

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Thanks to everyone who participated in the 21th annual song contest.  All the songs entered were amazing.  San Diego definitely has a lot of talent.  Here is a review of the song contest…

Winners

Platinum
  • Mr Moment – Tolan Shaw, Danny Rubenstein
Gold
  • Hold Your Fire – Sierra West
Silveret
  • Portland – Josh Damigo
Bronze
  • LA is Not My Home – Josh Damigo
Honorable Mention
  • Iron Ore – Marshall H Hattersley
  • Family – Savanah Philyaw
  • Lovesick – Paul Coughlin, Morgan Leigh
  • Boots Belts and Buckles – Jennie Snyder

Judges

Also, our thanks and appreciation to the judges for their time and willingness to be a part of this event.  They did an excellent job.

  • Will Edwards  – The traveling troubadour. His music and songs capture a unique and personal side to life that people from all walks of life can relate to
  • Lindsay White – While most people may know Lindsay as one-half of the duo The Lovebirds, she is also a talented solo artist.
  • Marc “Mookie” Kaczor – Music director of Laguna Beach indie star up station, KX 93.5
  • Josquin des Pres – Owner of Track Star Studios in La Mesa

Sponsors

Thank You for the contest sponsors for their generosity and support

Volunteers

Finally, great appreciation for the volunteers who gave their time and effort to make this event happen.
  • Tim Mudd
  • Mark Hattersley
  • Diane Waters
  • John Pape
  • Al Torres
  • Annie Rettic
  • Steve Covault
Get your songs ready for next years song contest.
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SDSG’s 21st Annual Song Contest November 5, 2012 http://sdsongwriters.org/song-contest/sdsgs-21s-annual-song-contest-november-5-2012/ http://sdsongwriters.org/song-contest/sdsgs-21s-annual-song-contest-november-5-2012/#respond Sat, 20 Oct 2012 18:48:06 +0000 http://sdsongwriters.org/?p=1981 SDSG’s 21st Annual Song Contest will be held Monday, November 5, 2012 at the Country Inn & Suites in Sorrento Valley. The contest is a popular tradition for San Diego writers, and offers a unique opportunity to hear a tremendous cross section of local work. Prize winners are to be selected by a panel of industry professionals in this exciting event on November 7, during which song entries recorded on CD are played for both judges and audience to hear. ]]> SDSG’s 21st Annual Song Contest will be held Monday, November 5, 2012 at the Country Inn & Suites in Sorrento Valley. The contest is a popular tradition for San Diego writers, and offers a unique opportunity to hear a tremendous cross section of local work. Prize winners are to be selected by a panel of industry professionals in this exciting event on November 7, during which song entries recorded on CD are played for both judges and audience to hear. Songs will be heard, winners will be announced, and prizes awarded on this jam packed night, an exciting prospect indeed. If you are a songwriter, or a producer or artist looking for some new material, please join us at Country Inn & Suites, 5975 Lusk Boulevard, San Diego 92121 on November 5!

For complete detail on how to enter and contest rules go to the song contest page.

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20th Annual Song Winners for 2011 http://sdsongwriters.org/song-contest/20th-annual-song-winners-for-2011/ http://sdsongwriters.org/song-contest/20th-annual-song-winners-for-2011/#respond Tue, 15 Nov 2011 16:01:48 +0000 http://sdsongwriters.org/?p=1746 Read more →

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Congratulations to everyone who participated in the 20th annual song contest. The song were amazing. A lot of talent amongst our group.

  1. Lindsey White Ring Around the Roses
  2. Sara Petite Ashes
  3. Lindsey White & Veronica May Oh My
  4. Miff Laracy The One the Road Leads To
  5. Tim Mudd Trouble On The Vine
  6. Rick Harchol I Believe in Love
  7. Brian Darnell Gone
  8. Brian Darnell Lookin Like Rain
  9. Kendrick Dial Eryka Hill
  10. Dennis J Whitener Leave A Memory
  11. Jim Arnegard Empty Cup
  12. Kathy Keogh Hurts Shake It Til it Hurts
  13. David Cavanaugh Coins
  14. Michele Shipp Beyond These Walls
  15. Kathy Keogh Any Fool Could See It
  16. Christine Williams Eyes Like Lightning
  17. Kendrick Dial Wake Up
  18. Dennis J Whiterner After All
  19. Guy Greco Paradise Tonight
  20. Dave Cavanaugh Lucifer’s Train
  21. Marshall William Hattersley Ode to the Christmas Truce of 1914
  22. Michele Shipp Revealed
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SDSG’s 20th Annual Song Contest November 7, 2011 http://sdsongwriters.org/song-contest/sdsg%e2%80%99s-20th-annual-song-contest-november-7-2011/ http://sdsongwriters.org/song-contest/sdsg%e2%80%99s-20th-annual-song-contest-november-7-2011/#comments Tue, 01 Nov 2011 17:03:08 +0000 http://sdsongwriters.org/?p=1744 Read more →

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SDSG’s 20th Annual Song Contest will be held Monday, November 7, 2011 at the Country Inn & Suites in Sorrento Valley. The contest is a popular tradition for San Diego writers, and offers a unique opportunity to hear a tremendous cross section of local work. Prize winners are to be selected by a panel of industry professionals in this exciting event on November 7, during which song entries recorded on CD are played for both judges and audience to hear. Songs will be heard, winners will be announced, and prizes awarded on this jam packed night, an exciting prospect indeed. If you are a songwriter, or a producer or artist looking for some new material, please join us at Country Inn & Suites, 5975 Lusk Boulevard, San Diego 92121 on November 7!

This year’s grand prize includes a $300 Cash Award from SDSG. We’ll be giving away many other great prizes as well, donated by SDSG’s sponsors, including a fantastic Studio Session package with lead sponsor Signature Sound. The contest is open to the public. You may join the Guild or renew your membership simultaneously with your entry and take advantage of member discounts. To create a membership go here.

Submit your entries in person on the night of the contest. Up to 70 recorded songs will be judged in the Finals. Get your Entry Form and Rules here.

Monday, November 7, 2011 Registration Opens at 6:00 PM

SDSG Memberships available  here or at the door.   No MP3’s. Audio CD’s Only!

Rules and Entry Form

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2011 SDSG Performing Songwriter’s Contest http://sdsongwriters.org/song-contest/2011-sdsg-performing-songwriter%e2%80%99s-contest/ http://sdsongwriters.org/song-contest/2011-sdsg-performing-songwriter%e2%80%99s-contest/#respond Fri, 01 Apr 2011 16:41:06 +0000 http://sdsongwriters.org/?p=1710 Read more →

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We are having tryouts on April 16th  for the Performing Contest at Winston’s in Ocean Beach. Mark your calendar.

A new twist on this year’s contest has added flair to the Performing Songwriter’s Contest. Instead of listening to CD’s and MP3’s to qualify for the Live Performance Finals, members and supporters are invited to come to the live venue and perform their two songs live before a welcoming crowd and our panel of judges.

From each of the three live events, we will choose 3 Finalists who will perform at Humphrey’s Backstage Lounge, and compete for the winning prize.  We will also choose a Wild Card. The Top 3 from each live event are also automatically chosen to be included in the 2011 Best of SDSG Compilation CD. This CD will be given to every guest throughout the year who participates in pitch sessions, legal seminars, etc…

On Saturday March 26th, at Davina’s Cabo Grill in Oceanside, we had our first live auditions. The Top three songwriter’s chosen that day were:

1.       Candace Graham

2.       Maynard Evans

3.       Miff Laracy

Our Wild Card was Newcomer, Morgan Kat Becker. Morgan will compete with two other wild card picks for a spot on the compilation CD and a chance to compete in the finals. Wild cards go to Humphrey’s the day of the finals and play one song for the judges. Then the Wild Card winner, will get to play again later that day! (Go Wild Cards, you can do it!)

Entry for this year’s contest is only $5 per song. The next date available is April 16th at Winstons. There will be two segments that allow 12 people in each segment. So, only a total of 24 people can compete, hurry up and sign up: (email – [email protected])

Or for questions, call 858-270-7169

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