) In celebration of Women’s History Month, the National Music Centre (NMC), in partnership with Write On!, will present a special edition of The Acoustic Guitar Project, spotlighting women and gender-diverse songwriters from across Alberta. The initiative will culminate in a live showcase at the King Eddy on Friday, March 6.Following an open call for submissions, genre-blending singer-songwriter Eden Taylor, indie-folk singer-songwriter Irene Poole, pop-country singer-songwriter Sadie-Lee, folk-rock-soul singer-songwriter Sonia Deleo, and folk singer-songwriter Tori Vere were selected to take part in this collaborative songwriting initiative. Each artist contributed to the evolving legacy of a single travelling acoustic guitar, an instrument that has inspired countless songs around the world.
Participants spent one week with the guitar to write an original composition, received one-on-one mentorship from Write On! for focused and personalized song development, and recorded their work in the National Music Centre’s world-class studios. Now, the resulting songs will be performed during a live showcase at the historic King Eddy. “This project is really about giving artists the time and space to connect with their songwriting,” said Stephanie Hutchinson, NMC’s Director of Programs. “The Acoustic Guitar Project offers a rare chance for artists to leave their mark on an instrument that’s been shaped by so many stories before it. We’re especially proud to spotlight women and gender-diverse artists through this program during Women’s History Month.”
NMC & WriteOn! Present: The Acoustic Guitar Project Showcase takes place at the King Eddy on Friday, March 6. Tickets are available at studiobell.ca/whats-on. NMC Members get discounted admission. To become an NMC Member, visit studiobell.ca/become-a-member