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Songwriting Retreat in Cosby, TN (30 mins from Gatlinburg, TN) with 12 songwriters at a group of beautiful Cabins on a creek - the perfect creative ALL-INCLUSIVE (Meals, housing, and activities) getaway with hot tubs, fire pits, games, hammocks, hiking, a gorgeous atmosphere, and classic cozy cabin vibes to bring us all together.

 

THERE ARE ONLY 7 SPOTS LEFT!!!

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Dates:​

Friday, November 14th - Monday, November 17th, 2025

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APPLICATIONS DUE BY OCTOBER 17TH

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Cost: ALL-INCLUSIVE: (includes meals, housing, and activities)

$379 Total Per Person 

50% Deposit Due to Secure Your Spot!​

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Deposit Options:

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Option 1:
50% Deposit Due to Secure Your Spot!

$379 Total Per Person 

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Option 2: Pay 100% up front

$359 Total Per Person (SAVE $20!)​

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FINAL DEPOSIT DUE BY NOVEMBER 7TH, 2025

 

Requirements:​

• Must be willing to travel to Cosby, TN (~30 mins from Gatlinburg) or carpool.

• Must primarily work in genres outside of country music.

• Must be able to pay 50% deposit to secure your spot, if accepted.
  (EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT DEPOSITS CLOSE 9/12)

 

What to Expect:

1) This retreat will take place at a group of gorgeous cabins in Cosby, TN (about 4 hrs from nashville) and will be a sleep away camp (everyone will stay on the property and sleep in the Cabins for the retreat).

 

2) You will be matched up in groups of three that the Popville team will assign based on your applications. You will also have time to pick your own collaborators toward the end of camp.

 

3) You will have the opportunity to write, record, and leave with 4+ brand new songs! 

*As a bonus, We will also be providing a photographer/videographer who will be capturing the camp experience at no additional cost to you and the gallery will be shared with you at the end of camp!

 

4) All Meals will be provided along with snacks so you don't have to worry about food (unless you prefer to bring your own then by all means).

 

5) By applying there is not a guarantee of acceptance. 

There are limited spots for this writing camp so Popville will review each application with the goal of having a group of creatives that are the best fit for this experience and setting you each up for success! 

 

6) You should be contacted with a decision within 72 hours of your application VIA EMAIL and Instagram DM.

* If you are accepted and do not respond within 48 hours, we will release your spot.

 

If you have any other questions, feel free to reach out to us!

 

We can't wait to connect and create with you! - Nikki Forbes & The Popville Team