Jarrard Burch Foundation

09/22/2026

https://exploregeorgia.org/buford/events/arts-culture/songwriters-at-the-lake-music-festival

Get ready for a weekend filled with the songs, stories, and hit songwriters who bring them to life. Legendary Rolling Stones keyboardist Chuck Leavell will headline the inaugural Songwriters at the Lake Music Festival at Lanier Islands Resort November 13-15, 2026.

09/15/2026

Thank you to our generous sponsors who helped make the 25th Annual Songwriters Show possible.

09/13/2026

We couldn’t be more grateful for another beautiful evening of incredible songwriting. Thank you to everyone who has celebrated with us over the past 25 years. John and Bruce are surely smiling down and singing along!

09/12/2026

Tonight is the night! While we have rainy skies this morning, the forecast is looking better for this evening! We do have an indoor option although we will make every effort to keep the show outdoors if conditions allow. We are looking forward to a great event!

09/11/2026

Ben Williams wound up in Nashville as a Belmont University student, where he quickly realized his passion and talent for songwriting. His first #1, Megan Moroney’s “Tennessee Orange,” was nominated for CMA, ACM and People’s Choice Country Awards’ Song of the Year. He followed that up with Moroney’s “I’m Not Pretty” and Avery Anna’s “Narcissist,” earning Music Row Magazine Breakout Songwriter of the Year and AIMP’s Rising Songwriter of the Year honors in 2023. His songs have also been recorded by Dierks Bentley, Drew Baldridge, Riley Green, Bailey Zimmerman, and Walker Hayes, among many others. We're excited to have Ben as part of our 25th Anniversary line-up on Saturday!

09/10/2026

Chris Wallin has topped the charts with classics-in-the-making for some of the industry’s biggest stars. His credits include: “Love Me If You Can,” Toby Keith, “Don’t Blink” Kenny Chesney, "People Loving People,” Garth Brooks, “I’m Tryin’,” Trace Adkins, “Something To Be Proud Of,” Montgomery Gentry, and many more. Raised in East Tennessee, he began writing songs at age 12 before moving to Nashville several years later. His unique gift for finding the extraordinary in ordinary life has made him one of the Music City’s most sought-after songwriters. We can't wait to have him as part of our 25th Annual Songwriters Show on Saturday!

09/09/2026

Anthony Smith's compositions have shaped the careers for some of the most iconic country music artists like George Strait, Tim McGraw, Blake Shelton, Chris Stapleton, Eric Church, Montgomery Gentry and others. He's received numerous awards from BMI, ASCAP, and NSAI as well as the prestigious Breakthrough Songwriter of the Year award by Music Row Magazine. As a recording artist, his critically acclaimed record “If That Ain’t Country” produced three Billboard top 40 singles. With memorable song titles like “Cowboy’s Like Us”, “Who Invented The Wheel”, “Half a Man”, “Run”, “I’m Tryin’”, and more. We couldn't be more excited to welcome him to the Jarrard Burch stage on Saturday night! Very limited table and tickets still available at the link below!

09/02/2026

Corey Crowder first graced our Songwriters Show stage well over a decade ago as an opening act. Since then, the Loganville native moved to Nashville to focus on behind-the-scenes hitmaking, and it's paid off in a big way! He's scored 8 No. 1 hits as an acclaimed songwriter and producer, and his tunes have been recorded by Chris Young, Jake Owen, Morgan Wallen, Lady Antebellum, Zac Brown Band, Dustin Lynch, RaeLynn, and more. We're excited to have him back, this time as one of our Hit Nashville Songwriters on Sept. 12. Tables and tickets are available at the link below!

08/28/2026

Get your tables now! https://www.jarrardburchfoundation.com/event/25th-annual-songwriters-show/

08/26/2026

This one is tough. Our mission to honor John and Bruce by raising funds for local causes is rooted in the celebration of songwriting and giving back to community. In so many ways, Dolly is the model. Across eight remarkable decades, she penned more than 3,000 songs but is perhaps best remembered for her philanthropy and humanity. While we ache today over what has been lost, we are heartened at the opportunity to continue living the song, loving the music, and leading the cause. Fly high, Dolly. 🦋🎶

Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old.

Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000).

A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.

At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging or by leaving a message at www.dollyparton.com

In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com