Tamworth Songwriters Hub

18/06/2026

Ever wondered what actually happens at the Tamworth Songwriters Hub?

It's pretty simple, we get songwriters in a room together and then good things happen.

Sometimes that looks like a cowriting session where two people who've never met walk out with a song they're both proud of. Sometimes it's a workshop where someone finally cracks a chorus they've been stuck on for months. And sometimes it's just a conversation over a cuppa that changes how you think about your craft.

The Hub is built around one idea: songwriters get better when they're around other songwriters.

We ran our last full program at TCMF in January and the energy in the room was something special. We're bringing it back for Hats Off To Country this July and we'd love you to be part of it.



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17/06/2026

We're almost there! The cowriting sessions are happening this Saturday and we'd hate for you to miss out because you forgot to register.

It's a free afternoon of songwriting, collaboration, and getting in the room with other artists who are serious about their craft.

All you need to do is sign up so we know you're coming.

Saturday 11 July, 12-3pm, 24 Fitzroy St, UNE, Tamworth.

Grab your spot: https://owensmithguitar.com/tamworth-songwriters-hub



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16/06/2026

Your Saturday sorted.

Here's what the Tamworth Songwriters Hub has lined up for Hats Off To Country, July 11:

**Saturday, July 11**

- 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM: The Sharing Circle with Anne Fraser
- 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Song Co-Writing Sessions
- 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM: *Upper Class Bogan* – Comedy Show with Owen Smith

**Sunday, July 12**

- 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Songwriting Masterclass with Lyn Bowtell

That's a full day of music, craft, and community. And that's just Saturday. Then we have our Songwriters Masterclass with Lyn Bowtell Sunday 12th June - have you booked your spot yet?

24 Fitzroy St, UNE, Tamworth.

11/06/2026

Some of the best songs start in a room with the right people.

The Tamworth Songwriters Hub is hosting cowriting sessions at Hats Off To Country this July.

Bring your song ideas, pair up with other artists, and create something new together.

All levels welcome. All you need is an idea.

Saturday 11 July. 12-3pm. Free entry, but registration is essential: https://owensmithguitar.com/tamworth-songwriters-hub



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The Songwriters Hub is a place for artists to engage with the community, to collaborate and to level up their craft. Sat 11/7 - Sun 12/7, UNE Tamworth

08/06/2026

Tag a songwriter who needs to be in Tamworth in July!

Have you bought a ticket to a Hats Off show??? Here's a reminder to jump on and do it now!

Buy now at: hatsofftocountry.com.au

04/06/2026

Sunday, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm, 12th of July: Songwriting Masterclass with Golden Guitar Winner Lyn Bowtell

Cap off your festival with a rare opportunity to learn from one of Australia's most respected storytellers, ten-time Golden Guitar winner Lyn Bowtell.

Lyn is a Toyota Star Maker winner, MO Award winner, 2022 Hands of Fame inductee, and 2026 Galaxy Of Stars inductee. With her remarkable voice, masterful songwriting, and magnetic stage presence, she’s become one of Australian country music’s most respected and versatile artists.

She is also the Founder and Artistic Director of SHE Songwriting Retreats - empowering women to create, connect and grow through songwriting - and serves as Artistic Director of the CMAA Academy of Country Music, mentoring the next generation of artists.

In this exclusive masterclass, Lyn will pull back the curtain on her craft, sharing the tools and techniques she uses to turn everyday ideas into chart-topping hits.

Following the session, you'll immediately put those new skills to work in facilitated group co-writing sessions, collaborating with your peers to build new songs from the ground up.

This is your chance to learn from the best, network, and create.

Your host for The Songwriters Hub is Owen Smith. A published, charting songwriter himself, Owen is a key bridge in the local music community.

As a Tamworth Songwriters Association committee member, a CMAA Academy graduate, and the organiser of the monthly Tamworth Open Mic, he is dedicated to fostering regional talent and building a more collaborative music scene.

Make sure to book your spot now!

24/05/2026

Who's coming to Tamworth in July?

Hats Off To Country is shaping up to be something special this year, and we're bringing the Songwriters Hub along for the ride.

More details dropping soon. For now, tell us in the comments: who do you want to see at this year's festival?



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You read it right! Hat's Off is back this July!

Mark your calendar, book your accommodation and watch this space for another stellar line up.... 👀

24/05/2026

Sunday, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm, 12th of July: Songwriting Masterclass with Golden Guitar Winner Lyn Bowtell

Cap off your festival with a rare opportunity to learn from one of Australia's most respected storytellers, ten-time Golden Guitar winner Lyn Bowtell.

Lyn is a Toyota Star Maker winner, MO Award winner, 2022 Hands of Fame inductee, and 2026 Galaxy Of Stars inductee. With her remarkable voice, masterful songwriting, and magnetic stage presence, she’s become one of Australian country music’s most respected and versatile artists.

She is also the Founder and Artistic Director of SHE Songwriting Retreats - empowering women to create, connect and grow through songwriting - and serves as Artistic Director of the CMAA Academy of Country Music, mentoring the next generation of artists.

In this exclusive masterclass, Lyn will pull back the curtain on her craft, sharing the tools and techniques she uses to turn everyday ideas into chart-topping hits.

Following the session, you'll immediately put those new skills to work in facilitated group co-writing sessions, collaborating with your peers to build new songs from the ground up.

This is your chance to learn from the best, network, and create.

Your host for The Songwriters Hub is Owen Smith. A published, charting songwriter himself, Owen is a key bridge in the local music community. As a Tamworth Songwriters Association committee member, a CMAA Academy graduate, and the organiser of the monthly Tamworth Open Mic, he is dedicated to fostering regional talent and building a more collaborative music scene.

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23/05/2026

Hold onto your mullets as acclaimed songwriter Owen Smith brings his high energy music—‘Upper Class Bogan’—to the Hats off to Country festival.

He’s written with Australian music royalty and his songs have reached six continents. Now, acclaimed songwriter Owen Smith is sharing his sharpest, most satirical, utterly bogan work yet.

July 11 - Doors at 3:45 pm for a 4:00pm show

Book your tickets now in the comment below!

31/12/2025

Perfect your songwriting craft with Golden Guitar Winner Matt Scullion at the Tamworth Country Music Festival!

Join Matt at the Tamworth Songwriters Hub for a songwriting masterclass and group cowrites.
Registrations now open!

8am - 12pm, Tuesday 20th of January, 24 Fitzroy St Tamworth