Live at TR Songwriter Night
🎶 Songwriters Night at Travellers Rest 🎶September 24 | Gates open at 5PM Travellers Rest Historic House Museum
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, memories, and community spirit at the 6th Annual Songwriters Night & Fundraiser at Travellers Rest! Settle in on the historic grounds for a magical, family-friendly night under the stars as some of Nashville’s most talented songwriters share the stories, and songs that have shaped country and christian music.
🌟 The Lineup?
Opening Round: Belmont University Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business Students! We're excited to welcome back talented students from Belmont University as our opening performers for the second year! These rising artists bring incredible talent, energy, and original music to the stage, making them the perfect way to kick off an unforgettable evening
Lily Canent
Mariah Dion
Meredith Aguirre
Billy Bellino
Hit Makers Round (beginning at 6pm)
Trannie Anderson is a regular collaborator with Lainey Wilson and has helped pen hits such as "Heart Like a Truck" and "Wildflowers and Wild Horses". Other artists that have recorded songs by Trannie include Dan + Shay, Gabby Barrett, and Ella Langley.
Emily Falvey has been named “Nashville’s Top New Songwriter” by Forbes magazine. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Belmont University in 2018 with degrees in Songwriting and Music Business. She signed her second publishing deal with SMACK and Warner/Chappell in 2023 and has had over 80 songs recorded by the likes of Cody Johnson, Astrid S, Sam Fischer, Walker Hayes, Carly Pearce, and more. She serves as an adjunct professor and Board of Trustees member at Belmont University.
Michael Farren Grammy nominated and multiple Dove Award winning songwriter and producer raised with a deep love for all kinds of music, Michael has penned hundreds of songs that span multiple genres. From Lauren Daigle's Grammy nominated and now platinum single “Trust In You”, Reba McEntire’s Grammy winning album title track “Sing It Now”, to Christine D'Clario’s , “Eterno Live”, which won a Dove Award for Spanish Language Album of the year. Michael has enjoyed diverse success.
Zach Kale is an ACM & CMA nominated songwriter, producer and artist from Alabama. He has penned & produced two #1 songs for Gabby Barrett, placed songs with dozens of artists like Nelly, Keith Urban, Florida Georgia Line, and is 1/2 of Universal/Republic’s duo, YA’BOYZ. Kale currently resides in Nashville, TN with his wife Shelly.
Micah Christopher is a Nashville based Christian artist and songwriter whose music is built on honest stories, real life, and the hope found in Jesus. Drawing from his own journey of faith, family, and redemption, his songs meet people where they are while pointing them to where grace can take them.
🎸 Event Highlights:
- 5PM – Gates open: Bring the kids! Explore the grounds and enjoy hands-on historic games and toys.
- 5:30PM- Live music opening acts begin.
- 6PM – Nashville’s best behind-the-scenes hitmakers take the stage.
- Food: Purchase delicious sandwiches from Steaming Goat Food Truck.
- Adult Beverages: Wine and Beer for purchase provided by Harding House Brewing & Colonial Wine and Spirits.
- 🌳 Seating: Bring your own blankets or lawn chairs and get cozy beneath the trees and stars.
- ☔ Rain Plan: If skies turn stormy, we’ll move the music into our charming event barn—rain won’t stop the show!
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🎟️ All proceeds benefit Travellers Rest Historic House Museum, supporting education, preservation, and community events year-round.
Mark your calendars and get ready for a night of incredible music and meaningful memories!
*Pets are not allowed.
Thank you to our 2026 in-kind sponsors Colonial Wine & Spirits, Grand Tents & Events, Harding House, Lamar, Nashville Audio Visual, Nashville Event Lighting, Steaming Goat Food Truck, and The Picnic Tap.
Additional Sponsors: Diversified Trust
If you wish to become a sponsor of this event, please contact Ashley Moore at ashley@trhousemuseum.org.