Singer-Songwriter Master Class
Master the art of the song with Larry Gatlin - Grammy winner, Hall of Fame songwriter, and country music icon.
Singer-Songwriter Master Class with Larry Gatlin
Learn the craft of songwriting from Larry Gatlin – Grammy winner, Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame member, and the pen behind hits like “All the Gold in California” and “Broken Lady.” In this intimate two-hour masterclass on the Imperial stage, Larry will work directly with a small group of singer/songwriters, sharing the storytelling techniques and hard-won lessons from a career spent writing every one of his own hits.
Saturday, August 29 | 11 AM – 1 PM | On the Imperial stage
- Active Participant — $249 (limited to 2–3 spots): Work one-on-one with Larry on your own material and get direct feedback on your songwriting.
- Observer — $125: Watch the masterclass live from the stage and soak up every lesson.
Spots are extremely limited — reserve yours today.
About The Instructor
Grammy Award–winning artist Larry Gatlin is one of country music’s most respected singer-songwriters, best known as the frontman of the legendary Gatlin Brothers. With a career spanning seven decades, Gatlin has written and recorded some of country music’s most iconic hits, including “All the Gold in California,” “Broken Lady,” and “Houston (Means I’m One Day Closer to You).” The Gatlin Brothers’ signature harmony-driven sound helped define the country and gospel crossover of the late 1970s and ’80s, earning them multiple Grammy Awards, ACM Awards, and CMA honors. In addition, Gatlin was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2019.
Larry Gatlin’s powerful vocals, thoughtful songwriting, and heartfelt storytelling continue to captivate audiences nationwide. In addition to his music career, Gatlin has enjoyed success on Broadway, making his Broadway debut as Will Rogers in the Tony Award–winning musical The Will Rogers Follies (1991–1993) and appearing as a Confederate Captain in the original Broadway cast of Frank Wildhorn’s The Civil War (2000). He has also written the music and lyrics for professional regional theatrical productions, including Texas Flyer and Quanah, with Quanah aiming for its Augusta premiere in 2027.
“My friend Larry and I have had the privilege of working together on his new musicals, including Quanah, and I couldn’t be more excited to welcome him to the Imperial Theatre. Larry is not only one of country music’s legendary singer-songwriters, but also a gifted storyteller for the stage and a truly good man. I hope you’ll join us for what promises to be an unforgettable evening.”
Shane Peterman
CEO, The Imperial Theatre & Augusta Players