Cowtown in the Round: Winter Preview in the Ballroom on Saturday, January 24th from 6 to 9 p.m. featuring Cora Reef, Dave Smith & Ryan Blakeman.

What is "Songwriter-in-the-Round"?

Experience a captivating Songwriter-in-the-Round event featuring the evocative vocals and guitar work of Cora Reef, the warm acoustic storytelling of Dave Smith, and the expressive, piano-centered songs of Ryan Blakeman. In this intimate format, the three artists share the stage, trading songs and weaving together the stories and inspirations behind their music. Their contrasting styles and complementary energies create a rich, immersive atmosphere where spontaneity and collaboration shine, offering audiences a unique, up-close look at the creative process and an evening of heartfelt, memorable performances.

Cora Reef is an eclectic singer-songwriter whose works are influenced by her time exploring national parks, her background in classical music, and her Christian faith. Her folk single "Wayward, Prodigal" gained popularity on TikTok, leading to covers and other fan works. You can follow her work on instagram @corareefmusic and on TikTok @corareef.

Dave Smith has a Folk Rock band called Okie Ross. He likes the Turnpike Troubadours. He does not like Miranda Lambert. He writes great songs. Follow Okie Ross Band on Facebook and Instagram

Ryan Blakeman is a Singer/Songwriter that writes songs on his piano. He mixes a lot of genres when he writes these songs. He calls it "Whiskey Rock". Cheers! Follow Ryan Blakeman Music on Facebook and Instagram.