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SUMMARY:Live Beats Lab: Music Production & Vocals with Jarrel Pierson
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT LIVE BEATS LAB: MUSIC PRODUCTION & VOCALS\nIf your voice is your instrument and you’re ready to shape it into something powerful\, Live Beats Lab: Vocals is where it begins. This workshop\, led by vocalist and producer Jarrel Pierson\, goes beyond traditional singing lessons — it’s a space to explore how live vocals and digital music production come together in today’s sound. You’ll work on vocal technique\, tone\, and delivery while also learning how to record\, layer\, and produce your voice using modern tools. Weekly group sessions help you build core skills\, while open lab hours provide individualized support to develop your unique sound. Whether you’re a singer\, rapper\, or spoken word artist\, this is your space to grow your vocal presence and learn how to share it with the world. This workshop series is 18+ only.\n \nLOCATION\nNashville Public Library\, Main Branch\n615 Church St\nNashville\, TN 37219 \nABOUT J\nJarrel Pierson is a multi-talented graduate of Middle Tennessee State University’s Recording Industry program. In addition to his background as an audio engineer and producer\, Jarrel sings\, performs spoken word\, and DJs. His music can be found in Walmart\, Adidas\, Carmax\, MTV etc.  \nREGISTRATION\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Would you like to sign up for our email list? *YesNoNameSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/live-beats-lab-music-production-vocals-with-jarrel-pierson-2/2026-05-03/
LOCATION:Nashville Public LIbrary\, 615 Church St.\, Nashville\, 37219\, United States
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SUMMARY:Moving Music Forward - East
DESCRIPTION:Participants will meet with a Southern Word mentor and discuss their goals for their music based on their abilities and interests. Mentors will then personalize a plan with sessions that will help you move your music forward; whether it is producing your first music track\, mixing a song\, developing lyrics\, or dropping an EP. Beginning to advanced musicians and producers welcome. This workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word and the Nashville Public Library. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.REGISTRATIONI'd like to register for a workshop.Registration for any session will set you up to attend weekly.Participant Name *Participant Email *Participant Phone Number *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops? *YesNoParticipant Age *13141516171819Which workshop(s) are you registering for? *Moving Music ForwardFiction Workshop (Virtual @ 3:30p)Power of the Pen (Virtual @ 3:30p)Which day and location will you attend for Moving Music Forward? *Mondays / 3:00-4:30p / East BranchMondays / 3:00-4:30p / Watkins College of ArtsTuesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  East BranchTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  Easley Community CenterWednesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLWednesdays / 4:30-6:00p / Southeast BranchThursdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLThursdays / 4:00-5:30p / Bellevue BranchFridays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLParent/Guardian Name *Parent/Guardian Email *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops?YesNoParent/Guardian Phone NumberWhere would you like communications for the workshop to be sent? *Participant Email and/or PhoneParent/Guardian Email and/or PhoneBothSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/moving-music-forward-east-5/2026-05-04/
LOCATION:Nashville Public Library\, East Branch\, 206 Gallatin\, Nashville\, TN\, 37206
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SUMMARY:Moving Music Forward - East
DESCRIPTION:Participants will meet with a Southern Word mentor and discuss their goals for their music based on their abilities and interests. Mentors will then personalize a plan with sessions that will help you move your music forward; whether it is producing your first music track\, mixing a song\, developing lyrics\, or dropping an EP. Beginning to advanced musicians and producers welcome. This workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word and the Nashville Public Library. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.REGISTRATIONI'd like to register for a workshop.Registration for any session will set you up to attend weekly.Participant Name *Participant Email *Participant Phone Number *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops? *YesNoParticipant Age *13141516171819Which workshop(s) are you registering for? *Moving Music ForwardFiction Workshop (Virtual @ 3:30p)Power of the Pen (Virtual @ 3:30p)Which day and location will you attend for Moving Music Forward? *Mondays / 3:00-4:30p / East BranchMondays / 3:00-4:30p / Watkins College of ArtsTuesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  East BranchTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  Easley Community CenterWednesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLWednesdays / 4:30-6:00p / Southeast BranchThursdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLThursdays / 4:00-5:30p / Bellevue BranchFridays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLParent/Guardian Name *Parent/Guardian Email *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops?YesNoParent/Guardian Phone NumberWhere would you like communications for the workshop to be sent? *Participant Email and/or PhoneParent/Guardian Email and/or PhoneBothSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/moving-music-forward-east-6/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Nashville Public Library\, East Branch\, 206 Gallatin\, Nashville\, TN\, 37206
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SUMMARY:Moving Music Forward - Watkins
DESCRIPTION:Participants will meet with a Southern Word mentor and discuss their goals for their music based on their abilities and interests. Mentors will then personalize a plan with sessions that will help you move your music forward; whether it is producing your first music track\, mixing a song\, developing lyrics\, or dropping an EP. Beginning to advanced musicians and producers welcome. This workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word and the Nashville Public Library. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.REGISTRATIONI'd like to register for a workshop.Registration for any session will set you up to attend weekly.Participant Name *Participant Email *Participant Phone Number *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops? *YesNoParticipant Age *13141516171819Which workshop(s) are you registering for? *Moving Music ForwardFiction Workshop (Virtual @ 3:30p)Power of the Pen (Virtual @ 3:30p)Which day and location will you attend for Moving Music Forward? *Mondays / 3:00-4:30p / East BranchMondays / 3:00-4:30p / Watkins College of ArtsTuesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  East BranchTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  Easley Community CenterWednesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLWednesdays / 4:30-6:00p / Southeast BranchThursdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLThursdays / 4:00-5:30p / Bellevue BranchFridays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLParent/Guardian Name *Parent/Guardian Email *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops?YesNoParent/Guardian Phone NumberWhere would you like communications for the workshop to be sent? *Participant Email and/or PhoneParent/Guardian Email and/or PhoneBothSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/moving-music-forward-watkins-2/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Watkins Park Library Branch\, 612 17th Ave N\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203
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UID:10006310-1777993200-1777998600@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Moving Music Forward - Easley
DESCRIPTION:Participants will meet with a Southern Word mentor and discuss their goals for their music based on their abilities and interests. Mentors will then personalize a plan with sessions that will help you move your music forward; whether it is producing your first music track\, mixing a song\, developing lyrics\, or dropping an EP. Beginning to advanced musicians and producers welcome. This workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word and the Nashville Public Library. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.REGISTRATIONI'd like to register for a workshop.Registration for any session will set you up to attend weekly.Participant Name *Participant Email *Participant Phone Number *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops? *YesNoParticipant Age *13141516171819Which workshop(s) are you registering for? *Moving Music ForwardFiction Workshop (Virtual @ 3:30p)Power of the Pen (Virtual @ 3:30p)Which day and location will you attend for Moving Music Forward? *Mondays / 3:00-4:30p / East BranchMondays / 3:00-4:30p / Watkins College of ArtsTuesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  East BranchTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  Easley Community CenterWednesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLWednesdays / 4:30-6:00p / Southeast BranchThursdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLThursdays / 4:00-5:30p / Bellevue BranchFridays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLParent/Guardian Name *Parent/Guardian Email *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops?YesNoParent/Guardian Phone NumberWhere would you like communications for the workshop to be sent? *Participant Email and/or PhoneParent/Guardian Email and/or PhoneBothSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/moving-music-forward-easley/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Easley Community Center\, 1000 Edgehill Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203
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UID:10006382-1777993200-1778004000@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Moving Music Forward - Studio NPL
DESCRIPTION:Participants will meet with a Southern Word mentor and discuss their goals for their music based on their abilities and interests. Mentors will then personalize a plan with sessions that will help you move your music forward; whether it is producing your first music track\, mixing a song\, developing lyrics\, or dropping an EP. Beginning to advanced musicians and producers welcome. This workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word and the Nashville Public Library. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.REGISTRATIONI'd like to register for a workshop.Registration for any session will set you up to attend weekly.Participant Name *Participant Email *Participant Phone Number *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops? *YesNoParticipant Age *13141516171819Which workshop(s) are you registering for? *Moving Music ForwardFiction Workshop (Virtual @ 3:30p)Power of the Pen (Virtual @ 3:30p)Which day and location will you attend for Moving Music Forward? *Mondays / 3:00-4:30p / East BranchMondays / 3:00-4:30p / Watkins College of ArtsTuesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  East BranchTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  Easley Community CenterWednesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLWednesdays / 4:30-6:00p / Southeast BranchThursdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLThursdays / 4:00-5:30p / Bellevue BranchFridays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLParent/Guardian Name *Parent/Guardian Email *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops?YesNoParent/Guardian Phone NumberWhere would you like communications for the workshop to be sent? *Participant Email and/or PhoneParent/Guardian Email and/or PhoneBothSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/moving-music-forward-studio-npl/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Nashville Public Library – Studio NPL\, 615 Church St.\, Nashville\, TN\, 37219\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T184325Z
UID:10006391-1778079600-1778090400@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Moving Music Forward - Studio NPL
DESCRIPTION:Participants will meet with a Southern Word mentor and discuss their goals for their music based on their abilities and interests. Mentors will then personalize a plan with sessions that will help you move your music forward; whether it is producing your first music track\, mixing a song\, developing lyrics\, or dropping an EP. Beginning to advanced musicians and producers welcome. This workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word and the Nashville Public Library. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.REGISTRATIONI'd like to register for a workshop.Registration for any session will set you up to attend weekly.Participant Name *Participant Email *Participant Phone Number *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops? *YesNoParticipant Age *13141516171819Which workshop(s) are you registering for? *Moving Music ForwardFiction Workshop (Virtual @ 3:30p)Power of the Pen (Virtual @ 3:30p)Which day and location will you attend for Moving Music Forward? *Mondays / 3:00-4:30p / East BranchMondays / 3:00-4:30p / Watkins College of ArtsTuesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  East BranchTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  Easley Community CenterWednesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLWednesdays / 4:30-6:00p / Southeast BranchThursdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLThursdays / 4:00-5:30p / Bellevue BranchFridays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLParent/Guardian Name *Parent/Guardian Email *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops?YesNoParent/Guardian Phone NumberWhere would you like communications for the workshop to be sent? *Participant Email and/or PhoneParent/Guardian Email and/or PhoneBothSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/moving-music-forward-studio-npl/2026-05-06/
LOCATION:Nashville Public Library – Studio NPL\, 615 Church St.\, Nashville\, TN\, 37219\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T102056
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T182215Z
UID:10006160-1778085000-1778090400@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Moving Music Forward - Southeast
DESCRIPTION:Participants will meet with a Southern Word mentor and discuss their goals for their music based on their abilities and interests. Mentors will then personalize a plan with sessions that will help you move your music forward; whether it is producing your first music track\, mixing a song\, developing lyrics\, or dropping an EP. Beginning to advanced musicians and producers welcome. This workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word and the Nashville Public Library. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.REGISTRATIONI'd like to register for a workshop.Registration for any session will set you up to attend weekly.Participant Name *Participant Email *Participant Phone Number *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops? *YesNoParticipant Age *13141516171819Which workshop(s) are you registering for? *Moving Music ForwardFiction Workshop (Virtual @ 3:30p)Power of the Pen (Virtual @ 3:30p)Which day and location will you attend for Moving Music Forward? *Mondays / 3:00-4:30p / East BranchMondays / 3:00-4:30p / Watkins College of ArtsTuesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  East BranchTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  Easley Community CenterWednesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLWednesdays / 4:30-6:00p / Southeast BranchThursdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLThursdays / 4:00-5:30p / Bellevue BranchFridays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLParent/Guardian Name *Parent/Guardian Email *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops?YesNoParent/Guardian Phone NumberWhere would you like communications for the workshop to be sent? *Participant Email and/or PhoneParent/Guardian Email and/or PhoneBothSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/moving-music-forward-southeast-5/2026-05-06/
LOCATION:Southeast Library\, 5260 Hickory Hollow Pkwy #201\, Antioch\, TN\, 37013
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T163000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T185410Z
UID:10006213-1778166000-1778171400@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Moving Music Forward - MLK
DESCRIPTION:MLK Students are invited to join Southern Word mentors every Thursday from 3-4:30pm in the Library Classroom. During this weekly session\, participants will discuss their music goals based on their abilities and interests. Mentors will then personalize session plans designed to help participants move their music forward; whether it is producing a first music track\, mixing a song\, developing lyrics\, or dropping an EP. Beginning to advanced musicians and producers welcome. \nThis workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word\, MLK\, and the Nashville Public Library. Register below to participate.  \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Student Name *FirstLastStudent Email *Would you like to be added to Southern Word's email newsletter? *YesNoGuardian Name *FirstLastGuardian Email *Guardian Phone Number *Submit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/moving-music-forward-mlk-2/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:Martin Luther King Magnet\, 613 17th Ave N\, Nashville\, 37203\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T102056
CREATED:20260417T184325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T184325Z
UID:10006392-1778166000-1778176800@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Moving Music Forward - Studio NPL
DESCRIPTION:Participants will meet with a Southern Word mentor and discuss their goals for their music based on their abilities and interests. Mentors will then personalize a plan with sessions that will help you move your music forward; whether it is producing your first music track\, mixing a song\, developing lyrics\, or dropping an EP. Beginning to advanced musicians and producers welcome. This workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word and the Nashville Public Library. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.REGISTRATIONI'd like to register for a workshop.Registration for any session will set you up to attend weekly.Participant Name *Participant Email *Participant Phone Number *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops? *YesNoParticipant Age *13141516171819Which workshop(s) are you registering for? *Moving Music ForwardFiction Workshop (Virtual @ 3:30p)Power of the Pen (Virtual @ 3:30p)Which day and location will you attend for Moving Music Forward? *Mondays / 3:00-4:30p / East BranchMondays / 3:00-4:30p / Watkins College of ArtsTuesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  East BranchTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  Easley Community CenterWednesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLWednesdays / 4:30-6:00p / Southeast BranchThursdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLThursdays / 4:00-5:30p / Bellevue BranchFridays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLParent/Guardian Name *Parent/Guardian Email *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops?YesNoParent/Guardian Phone NumberWhere would you like communications for the workshop to be sent? *Participant Email and/or PhoneParent/Guardian Email and/or PhoneBothSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/moving-music-forward-studio-npl/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:Nashville Public Library – Studio NPL\, 615 Church St.\, Nashville\, TN\, 37219\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T102056
CREATED:20260108T185847Z
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UID:10006255-1778167800-1778173200@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Power of the Pen (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Power of the Pen is a poetry and writer workshop where participants interested in developing their poetry\, spoken word\, or rapping abilities grow their skills. This workshop features but is not limited to: discussion around culture and poetry\, writing prompts\, writing time\, and performance practice. Whether you are already a poet or have never written anything that wasn’t assigned at school\, Power of the Pen shows how writing and speaking your truth changes the life opportunities available to you. Youth interested in performing with Southern Word at feature events should participate in this series. Open to youth ages 13 to 19. This workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word and the Nashville Public Library’s Studio NPL. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.REGISTRATIONI'd like to register for a workshop.Registration for any session will set you up to attend weekly.Participant Name *Participant Email *Participant Phone Number *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops? *YesNoParticipant Age *13141516171819Which workshop(s) are you registering for? *Moving Music ForwardFiction Workshop (Virtual @ 3:30p)Power of the Pen (Virtual @ 3:30p)Which day and location will you attend for Moving Music Forward? *Mondays / 3:00-4:30p / East BranchMondays / 3:00-4:30p / Watkins College of ArtsTuesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  East BranchTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  Easley Community CenterWednesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLWednesdays / 4:30-6:00p / Southeast BranchThursdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLThursdays / 4:00-5:30p / Bellevue BranchFridays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLParent/Guardian Name *Parent/Guardian Email *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops?YesNoParent/Guardian Phone NumberWhere would you like communications for the workshop to be sent? *Participant Email and/or PhoneParent/Guardian Email and/or PhoneBothSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/power-of-the-pen-virtual-2/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:Online\, This event will be held online.
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T102056
CREATED:20260108T190117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T190117Z
UID:10006273-1778167800-1778173200@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Fiction Workshop (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:If you like reading\, writing\, and crazy conversations\, then this workshop is for you! Develop your craft\, learn about different elements of prose writing\, grow comfortable with revision\, and join a community of writers. Come share your stories and learn through the work of other emerging artists. Open to youth ages 13 to 19. This workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word and the Nashville Public Library’s Studio NPL. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.REGISTRATIONI'd like to register for a workshop.Registration for any session will set you up to attend weekly.Participant Name *Participant Email *Participant Phone Number *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops? *YesNoParticipant Age *13141516171819Which workshop(s) are you registering for? *Moving Music ForwardFiction Workshop (Virtual @ 3:30p)Power of the Pen (Virtual @ 3:30p)Which day and location will you attend for Moving Music Forward? *Mondays / 3:00-4:30p / East BranchMondays / 3:00-4:30p / Watkins College of ArtsTuesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  East BranchTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  Easley Community CenterWednesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLWednesdays / 4:30-6:00p / Southeast BranchThursdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLThursdays / 4:00-5:30p / Bellevue BranchFridays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLParent/Guardian Name *Parent/Guardian Email *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops?YesNoParent/Guardian Phone NumberWhere would you like communications for the workshop to be sent? *Participant Email and/or PhoneParent/Guardian Email and/or PhoneBothSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/fiction-workshop-virtual-2/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:Online\, This event will be held online.
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T173000
DTSTAMP:20260525T102056
CREATED:20260108T184834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T184834Z
UID:10006190-1778169600-1778175000@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Moving Music Forward - Bellevue
DESCRIPTION:Participants will meet with a Southern Word mentor and discuss their goals for their music based on their abilities and interests. Mentors will then personalize a plan with sessions that will help you move your music forward; whether it is producing your first music track\, mixing a song\, developing lyrics\, or dropping an EP. Beginning to advanced musicians and producers welcome. This workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word and the Nashville Public Library. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.REGISTRATIONI'd like to register for a workshop.Registration for any session will set you up to attend weekly.Participant Name *Participant Email *Participant Phone Number *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops? *YesNoParticipant Age *13141516171819Which workshop(s) are you registering for? *Moving Music ForwardFiction Workshop (Virtual @ 3:30p)Power of the Pen (Virtual @ 3:30p)Which day and location will you attend for Moving Music Forward? *Mondays / 3:00-4:30p / East BranchMondays / 3:00-4:30p / Watkins College of ArtsTuesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  East BranchTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  Easley Community CenterWednesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLWednesdays / 4:30-6:00p / Southeast BranchThursdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLThursdays / 4:00-5:30p / Bellevue BranchFridays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLParent/Guardian Name *Parent/Guardian Email *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops?YesNoParent/Guardian Phone NumberWhere would you like communications for the workshop to be sent? *Participant Email and/or PhoneParent/Guardian Email and/or PhoneBothSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/moving-music-forward-bellevue-5/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:Bellevue Library\, 720 Baugh Road\, Nashville\, TN\, 37221
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T102056
CREATED:20260417T184325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T184325Z
UID:10006393-1778252400-1778263200@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Moving Music Forward - Studio NPL
DESCRIPTION:Participants will meet with a Southern Word mentor and discuss their goals for their music based on their abilities and interests. Mentors will then personalize a plan with sessions that will help you move your music forward; whether it is producing your first music track\, mixing a song\, developing lyrics\, or dropping an EP. Beginning to advanced musicians and producers welcome. This workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word and the Nashville Public Library. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.REGISTRATIONI'd like to register for a workshop.Registration for any session will set you up to attend weekly.Participant Name *Participant Email *Participant Phone Number *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops? *YesNoParticipant Age *13141516171819Which workshop(s) are you registering for? *Moving Music ForwardFiction Workshop (Virtual @ 3:30p)Power of the Pen (Virtual @ 3:30p)Which day and location will you attend for Moving Music Forward? *Mondays / 3:00-4:30p / East BranchMondays / 3:00-4:30p / Watkins College of ArtsTuesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  East BranchTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  Easley Community CenterWednesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLWednesdays / 4:30-6:00p / Southeast BranchThursdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLThursdays / 4:00-5:30p / Bellevue BranchFridays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLParent/Guardian Name *Parent/Guardian Email *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops?YesNoParent/Guardian Phone NumberWhere would you like communications for the workshop to be sent? *Participant Email and/or PhoneParent/Guardian Email and/or PhoneBothSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/moving-music-forward-studio-npl/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:Nashville Public Library – Studio NPL\, 615 Church St.\, Nashville\, TN\, 37219\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260510T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260510T164500
DTSTAMP:20260525T102056
CREATED:20260415T161711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T161711Z
UID:10006362-1778422500-1778431500@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Live Beats Lab: Music Production & Vocals with Jarrel Pierson
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT LIVE BEATS LAB: MUSIC PRODUCTION & VOCALS\nIf your voice is your instrument and you’re ready to shape it into something powerful\, Live Beats Lab: Vocals is where it begins. This workshop\, led by vocalist and producer Jarrel Pierson\, goes beyond traditional singing lessons — it’s a space to explore how live vocals and digital music production come together in today’s sound. You’ll work on vocal technique\, tone\, and delivery while also learning how to record\, layer\, and produce your voice using modern tools. Weekly group sessions help you build core skills\, while open lab hours provide individualized support to develop your unique sound. Whether you’re a singer\, rapper\, or spoken word artist\, this is your space to grow your vocal presence and learn how to share it with the world. This workshop series is 18+ only.\n \nLOCATION\nNashville Public Library\, Main Branch\n615 Church St\nNashville\, TN 37219 \nABOUT J\nJarrel Pierson is a multi-talented graduate of Middle Tennessee State University’s Recording Industry program. In addition to his background as an audio engineer and producer\, Jarrel sings\, performs spoken word\, and DJs. His music can be found in Walmart\, Adidas\, Carmax\, MTV etc.  \nREGISTRATION\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Would you like to sign up for our email list? *YesNoCommentSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/live-beats-lab-music-production-vocals-with-jarrel-pierson-2/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:Nashville Public LIbrary\, 615 Church St.\, Nashville\, 37219\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T163000
DTSTAMP:20260525T102056
CREATED:20260108T180437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T180437Z
UID:10006064-1778511600-1778517000@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Moving Music Forward - East
DESCRIPTION:Participants will meet with a Southern Word mentor and discuss their goals for their music based on their abilities and interests. Mentors will then personalize a plan with sessions that will help you move your music forward; whether it is producing your first music track\, mixing a song\, developing lyrics\, or dropping an EP. Beginning to advanced musicians and producers welcome. This workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word and the Nashville Public Library. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.REGISTRATIONI'd like to register for a workshop.Registration for any session will set you up to attend weekly.Participant Name *Participant Email *Participant Phone Number *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops? *YesNoParticipant Age *13141516171819Which workshop(s) are you registering for? *Moving Music ForwardFiction Workshop (Virtual @ 3:30p)Power of the Pen (Virtual @ 3:30p)Which day and location will you attend for Moving Music Forward? *Mondays / 3:00-4:30p / East BranchMondays / 3:00-4:30p / Watkins College of ArtsTuesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  East BranchTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  Easley Community CenterWednesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLWednesdays / 4:30-6:00p / Southeast BranchThursdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLThursdays / 4:00-5:30p / Bellevue BranchFridays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLParent/Guardian Name *Parent/Guardian Email *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops?YesNoParent/Guardian Phone NumberWhere would you like communications for the workshop to be sent? *Participant Email and/or PhoneParent/Guardian Email and/or PhoneBothSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/moving-music-forward-east-5/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:Nashville Public Library\, East Branch\, 206 Gallatin\, Nashville\, TN\, 37206
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T102056
CREATED:20260305T210620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T153613Z
UID:10006350-1778580000-1778587200@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Snap & Thunder Middle School Slam Finals
DESCRIPTION:Our middle school and elementary school slams are made possible through our school residency and workshop partners. If you would like to bring Southern Word to your classroom or school\, please reach out to Alita at alita@southernword.org.
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/2026-snap-thunder-middle/
LOCATION:Stratford STEM Magnet\, 1800 Stratford Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37216\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T163000
DTSTAMP:20260525T102056
CREATED:20260108T180626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T180626Z
UID:10006100-1778598000-1778603400@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Moving Music Forward - East
DESCRIPTION:Participants will meet with a Southern Word mentor and discuss their goals for their music based on their abilities and interests. Mentors will then personalize a plan with sessions that will help you move your music forward; whether it is producing your first music track\, mixing a song\, developing lyrics\, or dropping an EP. Beginning to advanced musicians and producers welcome. This workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word and the Nashville Public Library. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.REGISTRATIONI'd like to register for a workshop.Registration for any session will set you up to attend weekly.Participant Name *Participant Email *Participant Phone Number *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops? *YesNoParticipant Age *13141516171819Which workshop(s) are you registering for? *Moving Music ForwardFiction Workshop (Virtual @ 3:30p)Power of the Pen (Virtual @ 3:30p)Which day and location will you attend for Moving Music Forward? *Mondays / 3:00-4:30p / East BranchMondays / 3:00-4:30p / Watkins College of ArtsTuesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  East BranchTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  Easley Community CenterWednesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLWednesdays / 4:30-6:00p / Southeast BranchThursdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLThursdays / 4:00-5:30p / Bellevue BranchFridays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLParent/Guardian Name *Parent/Guardian Email *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops?YesNoParent/Guardian Phone NumberWhere would you like communications for the workshop to be sent? *Participant Email and/or PhoneParent/Guardian Email and/or PhoneBothSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/moving-music-forward-east-6/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:Nashville Public Library\, East Branch\, 206 Gallatin\, Nashville\, TN\, 37206
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T163000
DTSTAMP:20260525T102056
CREATED:20260108T181329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T193540Z
UID:10006329-1778598000-1778603400@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Moving Music Forward - Watkins
DESCRIPTION:Participants will meet with a Southern Word mentor and discuss their goals for their music based on their abilities and interests. Mentors will then personalize a plan with sessions that will help you move your music forward; whether it is producing your first music track\, mixing a song\, developing lyrics\, or dropping an EP. Beginning to advanced musicians and producers welcome. This workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word and the Nashville Public Library. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.REGISTRATIONI'd like to register for a workshop.Registration for any session will set you up to attend weekly.Participant Name *Participant Email *Participant Phone Number *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops? *YesNoParticipant Age *13141516171819Which workshop(s) are you registering for? *Moving Music ForwardFiction Workshop (Virtual @ 3:30p)Power of the Pen (Virtual @ 3:30p)Which day and location will you attend for Moving Music Forward? *Mondays / 3:00-4:30p / East BranchMondays / 3:00-4:30p / Watkins College of ArtsTuesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  East BranchTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  Easley Community CenterWednesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLWednesdays / 4:30-6:00p / Southeast BranchThursdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLThursdays / 4:00-5:30p / Bellevue BranchFridays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLParent/Guardian Name *Parent/Guardian Email *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops?YesNoParent/Guardian Phone NumberWhere would you like communications for the workshop to be sent? *Participant Email and/or PhoneParent/Guardian Email and/or PhoneBothSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/moving-music-forward-watkins-2/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:Watkins Park Library Branch\, 612 17th Ave N\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T163000
DTSTAMP:20260525T102056
CREATED:20260108T191605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T191605Z
UID:10006311-1778598000-1778603400@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Moving Music Forward - Easley
DESCRIPTION:Participants will meet with a Southern Word mentor and discuss their goals for their music based on their abilities and interests. Mentors will then personalize a plan with sessions that will help you move your music forward; whether it is producing your first music track\, mixing a song\, developing lyrics\, or dropping an EP. Beginning to advanced musicians and producers welcome. This workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word and the Nashville Public Library. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.REGISTRATIONI'd like to register for a workshop.Registration for any session will set you up to attend weekly.Participant Name *Participant Email *Participant Phone Number *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops? *YesNoParticipant Age *13141516171819Which workshop(s) are you registering for? *Moving Music ForwardFiction Workshop (Virtual @ 3:30p)Power of the Pen (Virtual @ 3:30p)Which day and location will you attend for Moving Music Forward? *Mondays / 3:00-4:30p / East BranchMondays / 3:00-4:30p / Watkins College of ArtsTuesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  East BranchTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  Easley Community CenterWednesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLWednesdays / 4:30-6:00p / Southeast BranchThursdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLThursdays / 4:00-5:30p / Bellevue BranchFridays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLParent/Guardian Name *Parent/Guardian Email *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops?YesNoParent/Guardian Phone NumberWhere would you like communications for the workshop to be sent? *Participant Email and/or PhoneParent/Guardian Email and/or PhoneBothSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/moving-music-forward-easley/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:Easley Community Center\, 1000 Edgehill Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T102056
CREATED:20260417T184325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T184325Z
UID:10006383-1778598000-1778608800@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Moving Music Forward - Studio NPL
DESCRIPTION:Participants will meet with a Southern Word mentor and discuss their goals for their music based on their abilities and interests. Mentors will then personalize a plan with sessions that will help you move your music forward; whether it is producing your first music track\, mixing a song\, developing lyrics\, or dropping an EP. Beginning to advanced musicians and producers welcome. This workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word and the Nashville Public Library. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.REGISTRATIONI'd like to register for a workshop.Registration for any session will set you up to attend weekly.Participant Name *Participant Email *Participant Phone Number *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops? *YesNoParticipant Age *13141516171819Which workshop(s) are you registering for? *Moving Music ForwardFiction Workshop (Virtual @ 3:30p)Power of the Pen (Virtual @ 3:30p)Which day and location will you attend for Moving Music Forward? *Mondays / 3:00-4:30p / East BranchMondays / 3:00-4:30p / Watkins College of ArtsTuesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  East BranchTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  Easley Community CenterWednesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLWednesdays / 4:30-6:00p / Southeast BranchThursdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLThursdays / 4:00-5:30p / Bellevue BranchFridays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLParent/Guardian Name *Parent/Guardian Email *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops?YesNoParent/Guardian Phone NumberWhere would you like communications for the workshop to be sent? *Participant Email and/or PhoneParent/Guardian Email and/or PhoneBothSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/moving-music-forward-studio-npl/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:Nashville Public Library – Studio NPL\, 615 Church St.\, Nashville\, TN\, 37219\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T102056
CREATED:20260305T210259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T153444Z
UID:10006349-1778666400-1778673600@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:2026 Snap & Thunder Elementary School Slam Finals
DESCRIPTION:Our middle school and elementary school slams are made possible through our school residency and workshop partners. If you would like to bring Southern Word to your classroom or school\, please reach out to Alita at alita@southernword.org.
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/2026-snap-thunder-elementary/
LOCATION:I.T. Creswell\, 3500 John Mallette Dr\,\, Nashville\, TN\, 37218
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T102056
CREATED:20260417T184325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T184325Z
UID:10006394-1778684400-1778695200@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Moving Music Forward - Studio NPL
DESCRIPTION:Participants will meet with a Southern Word mentor and discuss their goals for their music based on their abilities and interests. Mentors will then personalize a plan with sessions that will help you move your music forward; whether it is producing your first music track\, mixing a song\, developing lyrics\, or dropping an EP. Beginning to advanced musicians and producers welcome. This workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word and the Nashville Public Library. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.REGISTRATIONI'd like to register for a workshop.Registration for any session will set you up to attend weekly.Participant Name *Participant Email *Participant Phone Number *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops? *YesNoParticipant Age *13141516171819Which workshop(s) are you registering for? *Moving Music ForwardFiction Workshop (Virtual @ 3:30p)Power of the Pen (Virtual @ 3:30p)Which day and location will you attend for Moving Music Forward? *Mondays / 3:00-4:30p / East BranchMondays / 3:00-4:30p / Watkins College of ArtsTuesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  East BranchTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  Easley Community CenterWednesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLWednesdays / 4:30-6:00p / Southeast BranchThursdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLThursdays / 4:00-5:30p / Bellevue BranchFridays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLParent/Guardian Name *Parent/Guardian Email *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops?YesNoParent/Guardian Phone NumberWhere would you like communications for the workshop to be sent? *Participant Email and/or PhoneParent/Guardian Email and/or PhoneBothSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/moving-music-forward-studio-npl/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Nashville Public Library – Studio NPL\, 615 Church St.\, Nashville\, TN\, 37219\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T102056
CREATED:20260108T182215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T182215Z
UID:10006161-1778689800-1778695200@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Moving Music Forward - Southeast
DESCRIPTION:Participants will meet with a Southern Word mentor and discuss their goals for their music based on their abilities and interests. Mentors will then personalize a plan with sessions that will help you move your music forward; whether it is producing your first music track\, mixing a song\, developing lyrics\, or dropping an EP. Beginning to advanced musicians and producers welcome. This workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word and the Nashville Public Library. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.REGISTRATIONI'd like to register for a workshop.Registration for any session will set you up to attend weekly.Participant Name *Participant Email *Participant Phone Number *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops? *YesNoParticipant Age *13141516171819Which workshop(s) are you registering for? *Moving Music ForwardFiction Workshop (Virtual @ 3:30p)Power of the Pen (Virtual @ 3:30p)Which day and location will you attend for Moving Music Forward? *Mondays / 3:00-4:30p / East BranchMondays / 3:00-4:30p / Watkins College of ArtsTuesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  East BranchTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  Easley Community CenterWednesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLWednesdays / 4:30-6:00p / Southeast BranchThursdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLThursdays / 4:00-5:30p / Bellevue BranchFridays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLParent/Guardian Name *Parent/Guardian Email *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops?YesNoParent/Guardian Phone NumberWhere would you like communications for the workshop to be sent? *Participant Email and/or PhoneParent/Guardian Email and/or PhoneBothSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/moving-music-forward-southeast-5/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Southeast Library\, 5260 Hickory Hollow Pkwy #201\, Antioch\, TN\, 37013
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T163000
DTSTAMP:20260525T102056
CREATED:20260108T185410Z
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UID:10006214-1778770800-1778776200@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Moving Music Forward - MLK
DESCRIPTION:MLK Students are invited to join Southern Word mentors every Thursday from 3-4:30pm in the Library Classroom. During this weekly session\, participants will discuss their music goals based on their abilities and interests. Mentors will then personalize session plans designed to help participants move their music forward; whether it is producing a first music track\, mixing a song\, developing lyrics\, or dropping an EP. Beginning to advanced musicians and producers welcome. \nThis workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word\, MLK\, and the Nashville Public Library. Register below to participate.  \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Student Name *FirstLastStudent Email *Would you like to be added to Southern Word's email newsletter? *YesNoGuardian Name *FirstLastGuardian Email *Guardian Phone Number *Submit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/moving-music-forward-mlk-2/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Martin Luther King Magnet\, 613 17th Ave N\, Nashville\, 37203\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T102056
CREATED:20260417T184325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T184325Z
UID:10006395-1778770800-1778781600@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Moving Music Forward - Studio NPL
DESCRIPTION:Participants will meet with a Southern Word mentor and discuss their goals for their music based on their abilities and interests. Mentors will then personalize a plan with sessions that will help you move your music forward; whether it is producing your first music track\, mixing a song\, developing lyrics\, or dropping an EP. Beginning to advanced musicians and producers welcome. This workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word and the Nashville Public Library. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.REGISTRATIONI'd like to register for a workshop.Registration for any session will set you up to attend weekly.Participant Name *Participant Email *Participant Phone Number *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops? *YesNoParticipant Age *13141516171819Which workshop(s) are you registering for? *Moving Music ForwardFiction Workshop (Virtual @ 3:30p)Power of the Pen (Virtual @ 3:30p)Which day and location will you attend for Moving Music Forward? *Mondays / 3:00-4:30p / East BranchMondays / 3:00-4:30p / Watkins College of ArtsTuesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  East BranchTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  Easley Community CenterWednesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLWednesdays / 4:30-6:00p / Southeast BranchThursdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLThursdays / 4:00-5:30p / Bellevue BranchFridays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLParent/Guardian Name *Parent/Guardian Email *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops?YesNoParent/Guardian Phone NumberWhere would you like communications for the workshop to be sent? *Participant Email and/or PhoneParent/Guardian Email and/or PhoneBothSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/moving-music-forward-studio-npl/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Nashville Public Library – Studio NPL\, 615 Church St.\, Nashville\, TN\, 37219\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T102056
CREATED:20260108T185847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T185847Z
UID:10006256-1778772600-1778778000@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Power of the Pen (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Power of the Pen is a poetry and writer workshop where participants interested in developing their poetry\, spoken word\, or rapping abilities grow their skills. This workshop features but is not limited to: discussion around culture and poetry\, writing prompts\, writing time\, and performance practice. Whether you are already a poet or have never written anything that wasn’t assigned at school\, Power of the Pen shows how writing and speaking your truth changes the life opportunities available to you. Youth interested in performing with Southern Word at feature events should participate in this series. Open to youth ages 13 to 19. This workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word and the Nashville Public Library’s Studio NPL. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.REGISTRATIONI'd like to register for a workshop.Registration for any session will set you up to attend weekly.Participant Name *Participant Email *Participant Phone Number *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops? *YesNoParticipant Age *13141516171819Which workshop(s) are you registering for? *Moving Music ForwardFiction Workshop (Virtual @ 3:30p)Power of the Pen (Virtual @ 3:30p)Which day and location will you attend for Moving Music Forward? *Mondays / 3:00-4:30p / East BranchMondays / 3:00-4:30p / Watkins College of ArtsTuesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  East BranchTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  Easley Community CenterWednesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLWednesdays / 4:30-6:00p / Southeast BranchThursdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLThursdays / 4:00-5:30p / Bellevue BranchFridays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLParent/Guardian Name *Parent/Guardian Email *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops?YesNoParent/Guardian Phone NumberWhere would you like communications for the workshop to be sent? *Participant Email and/or PhoneParent/Guardian Email and/or PhoneBothSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/power-of-the-pen-virtual-2/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Online\, This event will be held online.
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T102056
CREATED:20260108T190117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T190117Z
UID:10006274-1778772600-1778778000@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Fiction Workshop (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:If you like reading\, writing\, and crazy conversations\, then this workshop is for you! Develop your craft\, learn about different elements of prose writing\, grow comfortable with revision\, and join a community of writers. Come share your stories and learn through the work of other emerging artists. Open to youth ages 13 to 19. This workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word and the Nashville Public Library’s Studio NPL. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.REGISTRATIONI'd like to register for a workshop.Registration for any session will set you up to attend weekly.Participant Name *Participant Email *Participant Phone Number *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops? *YesNoParticipant Age *13141516171819Which workshop(s) are you registering for? *Moving Music ForwardFiction Workshop (Virtual @ 3:30p)Power of the Pen (Virtual @ 3:30p)Which day and location will you attend for Moving Music Forward? *Mondays / 3:00-4:30p / East BranchMondays / 3:00-4:30p / Watkins College of ArtsTuesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  East BranchTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  Easley Community CenterWednesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLWednesdays / 4:30-6:00p / Southeast BranchThursdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLThursdays / 4:00-5:30p / Bellevue BranchFridays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLParent/Guardian Name *Parent/Guardian Email *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops?YesNoParent/Guardian Phone NumberWhere would you like communications for the workshop to be sent? *Participant Email and/or PhoneParent/Guardian Email and/or PhoneBothSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/fiction-workshop-virtual-2/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Online\, This event will be held online.
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T173000
DTSTAMP:20260525T102056
CREATED:20260108T184834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T184834Z
UID:10006191-1778774400-1778779800@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Moving Music Forward - Bellevue
DESCRIPTION:Participants will meet with a Southern Word mentor and discuss their goals for their music based on their abilities and interests. Mentors will then personalize a plan with sessions that will help you move your music forward; whether it is producing your first music track\, mixing a song\, developing lyrics\, or dropping an EP. Beginning to advanced musicians and producers welcome. This workshop series is a partnership between Southern Word and the Nashville Public Library. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.REGISTRATIONI'd like to register for a workshop.Registration for any session will set you up to attend weekly.Participant Name *Participant Email *Participant Phone Number *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops? *YesNoParticipant Age *13141516171819Which workshop(s) are you registering for? *Moving Music ForwardFiction Workshop (Virtual @ 3:30p)Power of the Pen (Virtual @ 3:30p)Which day and location will you attend for Moving Music Forward? *Mondays / 3:00-4:30p / East BranchMondays / 3:00-4:30p / Watkins College of ArtsTuesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  East BranchTuesdays / 3:00-4:30p  /  Easley Community CenterWednesdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLWednesdays / 4:30-6:00p / Southeast BranchThursdays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLThursdays / 4:00-5:30p / Bellevue BranchFridays / 3:00 - 6:00p / Studio NPLParent/Guardian Name *Parent/Guardian Email *Would you like to add this email to the Southern Word email list to receive updates about upcoming events and workshops?YesNoParent/Guardian Phone NumberWhere would you like communications for the workshop to be sent? *Participant Email and/or PhoneParent/Guardian Email and/or PhoneBothSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/moving-music-forward-bellevue-5/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Bellevue Library\, 720 Baugh Road\, Nashville\, TN\, 37221
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T173000
DTSTAMP:20260525T102056
CREATED:20260427T181601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T181601Z
UID:10006400-1778774400-1778779800@www.southernword.org
SUMMARY:Teen Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:All the writing you’ve been doing all year…don’t keep it to yourself. Whether you’ve been on the stage a million times or it’s your first chance to step up\, there is no better place to share your voice than with this supportive community of writers\, poets\, and artists. \nJoin us this May 14 at 4pm at the Nashville Public Library’s Studio NPL (615 Church St). Open to youth ages 13 to 18. Pizza will be served.\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.I'm registering to...WatchPerformName *FirstLastEmail *Would you like to sign up for our email list? *YesNoWebsiteSubmit
URL:https://www.southernword.org/event/20260514-teen-open-mic/
LOCATION:Nashville Public Library – Studio NPL\, 615 Church St.\, Nashville\, TN\, 37219\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Word":MAILTO:info@southernword.org
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