Welcome to NSAI Toronto

The Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) is the world's largest not-for-profit songwriters organization. The NSAI represents the songwriting community and exists to promote and protect the intellectual property rights of songwriters. To learn more about our mandate, check out our About page.

Please note: Registration for NSAI and NSAI Toronto Chapter is handled online at our main website. To become an NSAI member, click here.

NSAI Toronto at Winterfolk, Feb 13-2010

NSAI Toronto will once again be showcasing at Winterfolk this Saturday afternoon (February 13th.) Now in its eighth year, the Winterfolk Festival runs from Feb 12th to the15th at venues throughout Toronto, and features a wide range of singer songwriters. NSAI Toronto will be hosting two rounds of music (starting at 1pm at the Willow Restaurant - 193 Danforth Avenue in Toronto.) You can find a list of our featured performers here. Come out and join us for a great afternoon of music.

NSAI Member? Do you have something to share?

Releasing a new CD? Sold a song? Got a deal? Big gig? Moving to Nashville? Moving back from Nashville? NSAI Members in Ontario: If you have any news, we'd love to let the world (and your fellow members) know about it. We're proud to introduce our brand new "Member News" section. Check it out here. Here's our latest Member News:

Garry Jackson returns from Nashville to play Hugh's Room

Former Toronto Chapter member Garry Jackson returns to town on January 26th, 2010 to play Hugh's Room in Toronto's west end.

Garry Jackson is a fine Canadian singer songwriter / recording artist. Now based out of Nashville,Tn. Garry records for Wild Oats Records.

Influenced  by artists such as Bob Dylan, Neil Young and others, Garry Jackson has forged his own style  and path. After surviving Hurricane Katrina, Garry wrote "Hardy Jackson" about the experience that was featured on the Weather Channel special report "Storm Survivors."

December 14, 2009 - Allison Lynn writes to tell us about the release of her new CD, "Hymns in the Key of Grace.

" This collection of 'intimate' hymns celebrates our quiet moments with God. Featuring songs like "Just as I am," "Sweet Hour of Prayer," and "Just a Closer Walk With Thee," this album is perfect for reflection, prayer, or just singing along!

This special project features some wonderful talent! Producer Brian Speer created the perfect balance for our intimate ensemble. Jazz pianist, Teri Reid, created beautiful accompaniments and solos.

You can read more about Allison's new release here.

 

December 8, 2009 - Maddy Rodriguez on Dis-band

D One of NSAI Toronto's younger members, Maddy Rodriguez, will be featured on Much Music's "Disband" this month. The show, now in its second year has unsigned bands face a panel of judges to determine whether they should keep going with their chosen career path or "Dis-Band."

Young Maddy (she turned 16 in the recording studio) aspires to be a "acoustic country/pop recording artist." Maddy's episode is scheduled to appear on Dec. 30-2009. Good luck Maddy!

For more info: www.muchmusic.com/maddyrodriguez 

November 16, 2009 - Tom McInerney is a semi-finalist in the 100% Music International Songwriting Contest. Find out more here.

October 3, 2009 - The 10th annual Tin Pan North was one of our most successful ever. NSAI member David Joseph has graciously provided us with some excellent pictures from the Hugh's Room showcase at last year's "Tin Pan North." Check them out here.

September 29, 09- NSAI Toronto is proud to announce an Open Stage and showcase at the Moonshine Cafe beginning in November. The weekly event will showcase NSAI members "in the round." It will also give performers a chance to try out material in front of a live audience. Click here for details.

May 2009 - Deric Ruttan Showcases at Tin Pan North 10th Anniversary

Bracebridge native and Nashville sensation Deric Ruttan returned to Canada to help NSAI Toronto celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Tin Pan North series. Tin Pan North is a series of workshops and performances devoted to celebrating and developing songwriting craft.

Deric was just one of the many Nashville stars to show up in Toronto for this special event. Also present to sing, perform and spread songwriting wisdom throughout the three day event were Tim Taylor, Pam Belford, Jason Barry, Chris Wallin, Lisa Mcallum, Walt Aldridge and Brad Johner.

Read all about it here.

Mondays at the Monshine

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Laura Ranieri is joined by Karl Widmeyer, Shaun Devlin and Steve Demetrious for the last open mic of 2009.

Open Mic Host, Laura Ranieri. More pics here.