Southern Utah Song Writers Association: SUSWA LINKS

Official Sponsors of SUSWA

: Official Sponsors of SUSWA are wonderful people who have made fiscal contributions of $300 or more.
We are truly grateful for these people who have made it possible to carry forward our ambitions as an organization for both the songwriter, performer as well as the fan.
Mr. Anonymous: SUSWA wishes to thank our anonymous friend who is truly a hero to our association and our community. He selfishly has given generously this year to ensure that through this economic hard time, the heart of SUSWA continues to beat. Thank you!
St. George Arts Commission: SUSWA has been generously blessed over the passed 9 years with numerous grants. These grants have been the life blood of SUSWA's concert series and Musicfsion - music camps presented at the local elementary schools.
Coyote Gulch Art Village @ Kayenta: A long time friend and new sponsor for 2012, we want to thank Kayenta and the Coyote Gulch Art Village. The heart of the Kayenta Community in Ivins, Utah, Coyote Gulch Art Village is a growing enclave of art galleries, studios, café, gift and coffee shop. Its array of arts-oriented enterprises offers fine art, gifts, photography, events, classes, gourmet food and coffee. An arts center, a retail center, or just a place to relax and explore, the Coyote Gulch Art Village is open to the public and everyone is welcome. Datura Gallery, Juniper Sky Fine Art, Gallery 873, Open Daily 10AM-5:30PM Xetava Gardens Cafe- Open 7 days a week 8AM-5PM and for Dinner on Thursday, Friday, Saturday 5:30PM-9PM
Snow Canyon Eye Center: One of SUSWA's newest sponsors! Dr. Kyle Andrus: "Thank You Dr. Andrus!" If you're looking for quality care with a personal touch, we hope you'll call Dr. Andrus. He looks forward to the opportunity of serving your family's optometric needs. He is conveniently located nearby on Sunset Blvd by Pizza Factory & Lin's Grocery Store.
Zion Pain Management: Dr. Dale Stott has been a friend of SUSWA's for several years, ensuring that our concerts and workshops continue to augment the performing arts here in southern Utah.

Friends of SUSWA!

: Friends of SUSWA are wonderful people who make contributions to our association in kind, through advertising, discounts, venues etc. SUSWA can't have enough friends!!!
Dan's Guitar Repair: Dan's Guitar Repair is your #1 source for guitar and amplifier repairs, as well as high quality boutique amps, effects, guitars, and accessories. Dan's Guitar Repair is locally owned and operated by Dan Worthington. All repairs are guaranteed to meet your satisfaction. Stop by and see the new shop location at: 705 N Bluff St. Suite 3 in St. George, Utah Next to Alberto's Mexican Restaurant
Ancestor Square: Home of the Fall and Spring Concert Series! Ancestor Square features great food, great shopping, and great ambience!
Staheli Catering: Serving Southern Utah for over 30 years! They offer a variety of menus to fit your budget! 435-628-7784 walk@stahelicatering.com
Spiral Studios: Spiral is a professional state of the art recording facility right here in St. George. Their talented team of producers can help you with all your recording needs.
John Houston and The Studio: John Houston has a full service recording studio. He can record, mix, edit, and master your projects, matching your needs with the best services possible and help you stay within your budget.
Rainbow Sign and Banner: Their team of experienced professionals has been successfully helping businesses, improve their image with signs for over 20 years, and their commitment to high quality products coupled with fast, friendly service has helped them to consistently earn the distinction as Southern Utah’s premier sign company.
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Xetava Gardens: Live music, wine tastings, dinner parties and other events. All at At Coyote Gulch In Keyenta Ivins.
Ambassador Inn: The Ambassador Inn - is conveniently located at exit #6 in St. George, Utah and is close to the Dixie Convention Center.

Song Writer Links

NSAI: The Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) consists of a body of creative minds, including songwriters from all genres of music, professional and amateur, who are committed to protecting the rights and future of the profession of songwriting, and to educate, elevate, and celebrate the songwriter and to act as a unifying force within the music community and the community at large.
SWAN: The Song Writers Association of Norman (SWAN) is a non-profit group organized under the Norman Arts Council and is designed to promote and support the creation of original music in the greater Norman community. Whether you’re a seasoned songwriting veteran or are just getting started, this group is the perfect venue to discuss songwriting techniques, song & lyric structure, and perform finished work.

Member/Music Instructors

Guitar Lessons w/Lisle Crowley: St. George Guitar lessons with is where you can find information on Lisle Crowley, one of the most accomplished and experienced musicians and guitar instructors in the western United States. He has written over a dozen fingerstyle guitar books for music publishers like Hal Leonard and Mel Bay. Other Lisle Crowley Links of interest are: Classical Music For Guitar and LDS Hymns for Guitar
Quail Studios and Hal Stead: Hal has a great web site that has terrific lessons right on line for both guitar and piano. He also has some general information about the TLC of your instrument, about performing and different products. Hal also teaches and comes directly to YOUR home to teach you! You can contact Hal through his website!