# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Collaborative Songwriting Session
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm
- **Event Description**: People of all ages are invited to write a song with Steve Smith.  Using museum photos for inspiration, participants will brainstorm lyrics to integrate with a melody.  

Steve Smith has had a distinguished career as an educator and a performing musician. Throughout his career, he has served with duty, honor and firm determination, gaining him the respect of the community, educators and musicians.
 	Steve Smith has played piano with various bands in and around Southwest Louisiana. Some of the most notable musicians and groups Steve has played for is Lil Bob and the lollipops, Louisiana Red, Roscoe Chenier, The Boogie All Stars and Hadley Castille.  
He recently retired from his position as the Instrumental music Director at the Magnet Academy for Cultural Arts (M.A.C A.), which is the school for talented children in St Landry Parish.  He has been directing the Holy Ghost Gospel Choir since 1981. 
 	Steve has played keyboards, sang, engineered and mixed music for different entertainment groups throughout the area. His musical repertoire consists of soul, country/western, pop, gospel, jazz, classical and original tunes.

Supported by a grant from the Louisiana Division of the Arts, Office of Cultural Development, Department of  Culture, Recreation and Tourism, in cooperation with the Louisiana State Arts Council, as administered by the  Acadiana Center for the Arts. Funding has also been provided by the National Endowment of the Arts.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/opelousas/collaborative-songwriting-session/200029610151351
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, performances, live-music, art, pop
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 22

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Opelousas
- **state**: LA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 315 N Main St, 70570
- **lat**: 30.53626
- **long**: -92.08133
- **full address**: 315 N Main St, 70570, 315 N Main St, Opelousas, LA 70570-6201, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Collaborative Songwriting Session being held?
  - **A:** Collaborative Songwriting Session takes place on Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm at 315 N Main St, 70570, 315 N Main St, Opelousas, LA 70570-6201, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Collaborative Songwriting Session?
  - **A:** Collaborative Songwriting Session is organized by Where We Live: Opelousas Neighborhoods.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Collaborative Songwriting Session is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Opelousas, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Collaborative Songwriting Session sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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