Tin Pan South Prepares 2011 Offering

The 19th annual Tin Pan South Songwriters Festival will take place March 29-April 2 in Nashville. The event is produced by Nashville Songwriters Association International which claims that it is the world’s largest all-songwriter festival. Last year 300 songwriters performed over 70 shows at eight Nashville venues in front of crowds estimated to exceed 9,000.

Regions Bank returns as presenting sponsor. Platinum sponsors include American Airlines, ASCAP, BMI and SESAC. “Regions Bank is proud to be the title sponsor of Tin Pan South for the fifth consecutive year,” said Lisa Harless, Senior VP, Entertainment and Sports Division. “Songwriters are the lifeblood of our musical, creative community, and Regions is proud to salute the songwriters again in 2011!”

Tin Pan South will hold its annual preview party this year at The Rutledge on March 8 from 3:30-5:00. Several writers will perform and schedules, venues, and more will be announced. Visit tinpansouth.com to purchase Fast Access passes and find festival updates. Fast Access passes go on sale March 9.