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Past Performances

Slideshow features several alumni artists, captured by a mix of photographers and attendees - special thanks to our friends, attendees, and local content creators who have helped us document these beautiful concerts! (Dan Chusid, Dennis Andersen, Steve Covault, Alfonso de Alba, Aryka Randall, Rachel Hall, Julia Sage, Mike Palmer, Ricky Bantog, Eboni Harvey)

In the News

  • ​SDNews.com/Uptown News: "Lost venues lead to songwriters finding sanctuary at NHU"​​
  • KPBS: "San Diego weekend arts events" 
  • SD Troubadour "Evolving Creativity: Songwriter Sanctuary's Next Chapter"
  • SD Reader: "Enter Jeff Berkley, new host of the Songwriter Sanctuary Series"
  • Lindsay White: "Sustaining a Creative City"

What Attendees Say

"Intimate for the performances and open for the feeling of inclusivity that exudes from every person in the room."

"a purposeful, safe place for musicians and listeners alike."

"great event that supports local artists, arts, and community."

"a whole experience...best to be in a space that is so supportive of musicians, artists and their craft."

"a beautiful musical communal experience in a breathtaking setting...makes music feel spiritual."

"incredible talent, stories, laughter, and tears - an example of what’s right in the world and with humanity."

"that feeling when you know you’re a part of something meaningful.”

"more than a music experience - it’s a peek into the songwriter’s thoughts and inspiration behind each song...also a place they share a lot of vulnerability- the curtain is peeled back."

"a rare sanctuary where poetry is still revered...a place to reconnect with one’s humanity through art."

"a very special event - feels fancy yet comfy."

"a gift to the community, and a salve for my soul."

"eye opening and beautiful."

"inclusive, welcoming environment with inspiring artists who have amazing talents to share."

"an experience like no other - experiencing the brilliance of musical artists so close and the total freedom of such a welcoming and unrestrictive space, from being able to bring in food & drink, to donating what you’re able - it’s a haven for all!"

"the best acoustics to hear every note, lyric, and be able to witness the emotion up close and personal."

"It’s magic! Wonderful musicians, great audience, inspiring ambience."

Songwriter Sanctuary San Diego is a 501c3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to  make San Diego more accessible to artists and make the arts more accessible to San Diegans by providing meaningful concerts and cultural events that uplift artists, nurture communities, and spark social change.

Tax EIN: 39-4767841

Hosted in partnership with:
​Normal Heights United
Jeff Berkely
Writers Round San Diego
Duck Foot Brewing
Babe Beverages
​Music Makers San Diego with Gary Lee 
Listen Local Radio

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M-F: 8am - 5pm

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As a small team resisting hustle culture, we ask for 2–3 business days to respond. Your patience helps us keep care at the core of our work. Thank you!