Seattle Song Circle Showcases

Host: Mike Buchman

Mike Buchman has been a member of SiS since 2009 and participated in our showcases and events throughout the area. He has been producing song circles at the Couth Buzzard for over 10 years and has performed at area venues from the Edmonds Arts Festival to Egan's Ballard Jam House, the C&P Coffee Company to Kirkland Performance Center. Retired from a 35-year career in anti-poverty work, Mike is a part-time employee of Fretboard Journal.

Max performers: 5

Set length: 5-6 songs, as part of an 80-minute song circle with two other songwriters

Equipment provided: We'll supply PA, vocal mics, and one direct input for each performer. There is also an electric piano on site. If you need an instrument mic, or have questions about other technical considerations, contact Mike at [email protected].

Sound check details: Soundcheck is at 4:30.

Performer expectations: Once each show’s roster is full, host Mike Buchman will coordinate the song circle groupings. Each performer can expect to play 5 or 6 songs.

Other information: Songwriters sharing the stage is a unique experience for performers and audience alike. In partnership with the Couth Buzzard, we are proud to offer this new showcase opportunity quarterly on Saturdays from 5-8pm. These sessions will feature two 80-minute song circles of three performers each (with an intermission). Based on the model developed at legendary songwriters’ venues like Nashville’s Bluebird Café and Boston’s Club Passim, these sessions offer a different kind of performance vibe and opportunity for local songwriters that develop a wonderful synergy all their own.