Strumming up some courage and originality, the Lewisville Grand Theater is setting the stage for an intimate showdown of musical musings. Dubbed the Acoustic Friday’s Songwriter Challenge, this event, happening on August 16 at its Black Box Theater, is throwing the spotlight onto local singer-songwriters who are ready to share their voice- and guitar-driven tales. And listeners, eager for raw sounds and earnest lyrics, you're definitely on the guest list for this night of nuanced notes.
Sponsored by the Visual Art League, the Songwriter Challenge is an open call to musicians of all experience levels, as long as they bring to the stage a fresh song that resonates with the theme “Sanctuary.” According to the City of Lewisville, Texas, performers are prodded to pen tunes about their havens, the spaces that offer them solace in the clanging chaos of daily life.
Plucky composers may leverage amplified acoustic guitars or go a cappella to express their tunes. While the challenge embraces solo acts, duos aren't disallowed—with the caveat that any accompanist also sticks to acoustic instruments, keyboard, and electric bass notwithstanding. The simple rules stipulate that all songs must originate for this challenge and make their debut that very evening. The event kicks off at 7 p.m., free of charge, extending an invite to anyone seeking a melodious escape. No competitive edge here, just a pure celebration of songcraft and storytelling.
