Successful songwriters write good songs. To write good songs you must listen to, hang around with, and ultimately write with good songwriters. How can you do that? The Expo. Since 1996.

Our NEXT EXPO is booked for OCT 7-9 at the incredible Omni Interlocken Resort near Boulder [Broomfield, CO]—CLICK HERE to see and print out a PDF of our Registration Form.

If you have questions, call Jim Attebery at 970.259.9747.

Chuck Cannon— Chuck Cannon made his first appearance at the Durango Songwriters Expo at the 2006 Santa Barbara event. He has written huge hits for Toby Keith and others and yet some of his less-known songs like "Strange" and "If I Were Jesus" are always favorites at the Expo. You'll love his humor!

Shawn Mullins— Shawn Mullins came to fame with his huge 1998 rock hit "Lullaby" and has proceeded to write many classics like "Shimmer" and to make many stellar records. Great story-teller!

Tony Scalzo— Tony is the writer and singer of the huge 1998 Fastball hit "The Way." His distinctive voice (Remember "Out of My Head"?) is always recognizable; his songs are always great!

Big Al Anderson— Big Al was a vital player in the legendary band NRBQ. He has gone on from that success to become one of the most acclaimed guitarists and hit songwriters in the biz. Tremendous talent.

Yes it's TRUE! Melanie Safka of Woodstock and #1 "Brand New Key" fame is taking part in our EXPO OCT 9th 2010!

Melanie is one of the ICONS of 60s rock and folk music...and one of the few to still be performing at a very high level—all over the world. We know she has many friends and fans in Colorado...we are excited to be able to bring her to the Expo and to the Front Range area. She has a new record about to be released and is fresh off her historic show at The Isle of Wight in England. Don't Miss Melanie!!

"The Omni is a welcome retreat into modern luxury. Nestled against the backdrop of the Rocky Mountains, this year-round resort provides all the comforts for the 21st century business and leisure traveler. And with a wealth of activities located right on the premises, the Omni Interlocken Resort has something for everyone, no matter what your pleasure.

"Golf enthusiasts will find our 27-hole championship golf course challenging yet rewarding, with its striking scenery and more than 400 feet of elevation changes.

"After a few rounds of golf, escape into a sanctuary of our Mokara Spa, an environment of total relaxation and the perfect escape into serenity. Enjoy a relaxing massage, body treatment or one of our rejuvenating facial treatments. Spa services include use of the sauna, fitness room, steam room and inhalation room."

Conference Dates: October 7 - 9, 2010
Special Expo Room Rate: From $122 per night
Book By: September 10 to receive special rate
Click here to reserve your room now

"I wanted to thank you once again for having me at Durango. I have come to believe it is the only place I have ever seen where new talent can come and have a chance. You are doing a wonderful thing:)" —Keith Follese (Faith Hill - "The Way You Love Me," Tim McGraw - "Something Like That"...many more hits)

See Our Recent "Write With A Hit-Maker" Songwriting Contest Winners!
(Listen to some of our favs here.)

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Questions? Call Jim Attebery at 970.259.9747

Dang, smell those 3am Hardees burgers...bag of 20 in the corner left. Beth Jean rocks. Her new record is terrific!

Congratulations to Alissa Moreno (another contest winner!) who has been rewarded for her talent and hard work with a Universal Music Group deal on the heels of her huge Rascal Flatts hit, "Every Day," written with Music Row Hit Man Jeffrey Steele, AT THE EXPO!

"...this is my first time at the Durango thing and it just BLOWS ME AWAY, the opportunity that is here for you all...it's just stunning...I operated in a vacuum...here you have the opportunity to hook up with maybe the person that will change both your lives...I just think it's absolutely amazing..." —Hit songwriter Bob DiPiero (2006)

Small Songwriting Events like the DSE can be a BIG PLUS. —Jim Attebery

Never been to one of our EXPOs and want to know what it's all about? Listen to mrJack's conversation below with someone who's "been there, done that"...many times...hit songwriter, Walt Aldridge.

2005 Interview, Part 1 [25.56]

Part 2 [17.36]