His Berea, Kentucky home has always been his songwriting Mecca and an unbroken source of harmony and muse. His songwriting talents have been recognized in the past few years with him winning the Merlefest "Chris Austin Songwriting Competition" twice, the prestigious Kerrville New Folk Competition and in 2006 taking first place (out of over 900 entries) at the Rocky Mountain Folks Festival in Lyons, Colorado.

He is also a versatile and riveting teller of Appalachian tales. Ears pick up and eyes widen when he begins his eclectic mix of myth, tall tales and folklore, allowing him to tell stories to audience, both young and old. His storytelling resonates with humor and poignancy and always leaves his audiences laughing, thinking and wanting more.

For more on Mitch, go to his site at http://www.mitchbarrettmusic.com
or his MySpace page at http://www.myspace.com/mitchbarrettmusic

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