The Songwriter's Beat is an acoustic night for performing songwriters,
where all are encouraged to perform new material in a supportive and encouraging atmosphere.
Hosted by the acclaimed singer/songwriter Valerie Ghent, The Songwriter's Beat meets every third Wednesday of the month
at the Cornelia Street Cafe, doors at 8:30pm.
Four songwriters of different genres and styles perform each month; each takes the stage for 25 minutes. All are encouraged to try a new song or arrangement
in the intimate and supportive atmostphere of the cafe. Each month The Songwriter's Beat brings new audiences and songwriters together in a kind of musical cross-pollination.
Join us and become part of the ever-growing Songwriter's Beat community!
Other Songwriter's Beat events include:
Songwriter's Beat Festival - this 6-day festival began in July, 2005, and celebrates
songwriters and original songs. 25-30 songwriters who have performed at The Songwriter's Beat throughout the year share the stage!
The Songwriter's Beat NewSongs Workshop, in 2003 this workshop met every first Tuesday of the month, then went on sabbatical. In 2008,
we were delighted to receive support from the ASCAP Foundation to bring back the NewSongs workshop series to members of ASCAP - the workshop focuses on new songs!
The Songwriter's Beat Showcase - this began in 2004 and is a focused showcase night for
songwriters who have already performed at The Songwriter's Beat. Watch the calendar for announcements on upcoming shows.
Songwriters in the Round - this monthly event is hosted by my dear friend Ann Klein, and features Ann and three singer-songwriters each month.
The Cornelia Street Cafe is
between Bleecker and West 4th St at 29 Cornelia Street in Greenwich Village, NYC NY :: 212.989.9319
For more information and a local street map, please visit corneliastreetcafe.com.
The nearest subway stations are West Fourth Street (A, C, D, E, F, V) and Christopher Street (1).
