Respect The Pen: Grammy Award-Winner Muni Long To Host The Songwriters Forum In Los Angeles
R&B sensation Muni Long shared some exciting news this week (April 22nd)! The Grammy Award-winner announced The Songwriters Forum, an intimate 2-day workshop that will be held in Los Angeles, CA on June 12th-13th (the venue will be announced closer to the event). The ticketed event is designed to provide an inclusive experience for fans, musicians, and songwriters. Muni Long's goal is to make educational and networking opportunities accessible to all—not just industry professionals and artists with labels, but also passionate music creators and independent musicians who want to hone their craft. The event will also be livestreamed for patrons outside of Los Angeles who wish to attend the event.
With an impressive career in songwriting, Muni Long has worked with some of the biggest names in music, including Rihanna, Madonna, Ariana Grande, Selena Gomez & The Scene, Kelly Clarkson, and Chris Brown to name a few. When asked why she wanted to host The Songwriter's Forum, Muni Long shared, 'I wanted to create a space where everyone, regardless of their background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and connect. If you're serious about your craft, there's a seat for you at this table. Let's get to work!'
While Muni Long is widely recognized for her songwriting prowess, she has also emerged as a breakout artist in her own right, with chart-topping hits like 'Hrs & Hrs,' 'Made For Me,' and 'Ruined Me.' The Songwriters Forum will feature live demonstrations and conversations on the creative process from industry leaders who will share their insights across topics including songwriting, music publishing, branding, monetization, and music technology. Full details of the schedule will be released closer to the event.
TICKETS: Patrons can sign up to The Songwriters Forum email list for first access to tickets at songwritersforum.live. The dedicated presale includes 10% off and runs from Tuesday, April 22nd at 10am PT through Thursday, April 24th at 10pm PT. Any tickets remaining will go on sale to the general public on Friday, April 25th at 10am PT at dice.fm.
General admission and VIP ticket options are available for the live workshop. Payment plans will be available for all ticket types and start at $99 down. Tickets will also be available for purchase for the livestream.
Ticket descriptions and additional information can be viewed at songwritersforum.live.
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