Contemporary Christian Music Network's International Songwriting Contest 2008

CCMNI's Songwriting Contest 2008 is the 6th annual songwriting contest hosted by Contemporary Christian Music Network International, founded by Jeff McLaughlin, owner of McLaughlin Music Group International.



1st, 2nd, & 3rd Place Prizes:

* tuition paid for Songwriter Development Program and certification through CSDI. This is a $750 value! Even the best of songwriters can benefit from these songwriting courses. Check out the following program details!

o The craft of lyric writing, applying all of the concepts and principles of songwriting to writing Christian music.

o Creative melody writing (you will not need to know how to read music to go through this section).

o Business aspects of songwriting.

o Evaluation of 10 songs.

o This is a 10 phase course which finishes with an examination. Once you graduate the program, you will be given a certificate of completion. The completion of this program will be great to include on your resume' or bio/promo materials as a songwriter.

o Name Recognition: Once you receive your certificate of completion, you will be listed on this website as a songwriter certified by the CSD Network.

o Additional Benefits: Those songwriters who complete the course will be the first songwriters MMGI contacts when searching for songs or co-writing opportunities for the artists and bands that they manage or develop.

* A press release will be sent to several radio stations and news agencies announcing your song as the 1st place winner.

* A feature webpage on the Contemporary Christian Music Network International website complete with a photo of you, sound clips and contact information for at least one year. You will be listed on our website as a recommended songwriter, which will help you tremendously in your promotions!

* A color certificate showing you as the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place winner in our international contest!



"Are you a songwriter? Have you ever wanted your songs to be heard by professionals in the Contemporary Christian Music Industry? This is a great opportunity to promote your songs!" - Twila Paris