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2026 - 2 more qualifying rounds -  aug 16 - dec 18

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June 2026 - season 12 - upcoming events

Show dates available to bring the JOKES AND STROKES series to your venue - Sept 12 - Nov 14 - Dec 12  FINALE Location TBA reach out about having it at your venue! tssa@texasstatesongwriters.com

QUALIFYING ROUND - CONTESTANT SIGN UP INFORMATION & SHOW STRUCTURE

 $20 to enter.

We ask you, 1. Who you are & how long you have been performing. 2. What inspired you to share your story with the world. 3. Who you think influenced your style as an artist.

Perform 2 original songs in acoustic format. - Sing the song, tell the story behind it and repeat.

 You may have someone accompany you for harmony.

Please keep in mind that this is an acoustic set up singer/songwriter contest, and we cannot accommodate a full band for these contests.

 (full band exposure opportunity 2nd Saturday each month).

Please send any questions to tssa@texasstatesongwriters.com

This is an open genre competition.

judging criteria