ANNAPOLIS, MD – Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County (VAAAC), Arts Council of Anne Arundel County (ACAAC), Annapolis Musicians Fund for Musicians (AM-FM), and Rams Head On Stage have teamed up to bring The Songwriter’s Series – Live at BWI to Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) throughout the remainder of the month. The Songwriter’s Series will bring live music to the airport as part of Anne Arundel Arts Month supporting BWI’s mission to enhance the traveler experience and celebrate Maryland and Anne Arundel County’s vibrant music scene.
The live music performances will take place Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. adjacent to the Southwest ticket / security counters in Terminal A. The full list of bands and performers can be found here: BWI Songwriter’s Series Live Performances.
Photo Credit: Cassandra Kapsos
This week, local stakeholders gathered for a ribbon cutting ahead of the first live performance by Neil Hooks.
- Ribbon Cutting (left to right): Tricia Sanborn (ACAAC), Shannon Harcum (VAAAC), P.J. Thomas (AM-FM), Kyle Muelhauser (Rams Head On Stage), April Nyman (ACAAC), Neil Hooks (Musician), Kristen Pironis (VAAAC), Adrienne Trout (BWI), Nigel Murrien (BWI), Elaina Scott (BWI)
- Live music performance by Neil Hooks
The Songwriter’s Series - Live at BWI is a live music series showcasing local talent at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport. This initiative also supports BWI’s commitment to creating a welcoming environment by reducing travel-related stress through cultural engagement.
“The destination begins the moment a visitor steps off the plane. We see BWI Marshall Airport as more than a travel hub—it’s our first chance to say, ‘Welcome,’” said Kristen Pironis, CEO of Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County. “With more than 27 million people passing through each year, we’re proud to help shape that first impression in a way that reflects the spirit of our region. And what better way to do that than with live music filling the terminal? Whether someone’s here for a quick connection or a longer stay, we want them to feel welcomed, inspired, and excited to return—and maybe even bring a few friends next time.”
“The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County is thrilled to shine a spotlight on the many talented performers in our county who will be performing at Live at BWI during this year’s Anne Arundel Arts Month,” said April Nyman, President & CEO of The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County. “We want to acknowledge the support of Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County and Rams Head On Stage in helping us to make this opportunity happen, and to AM-FM which represents these amazing individuals. Together, we will be able to showcase the power of the arts to all who travel through BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport this month.”
“Rams Head is excited to be part of bringing music to the airport and showing travelers a preview of some of the great entertainment that Maryland has to offer,” said Kyle Muehlhauser, Owner of Rams Head On Stage and Rams Head Presents.
“The Annapolis Musicians Fund for Musicians is proud to be a partner in this endeavor to showcase our local musicians and bring music to BWI as part of Anne Arundel Arts Month,” said P.J. Thomas, President of Annapolis Musicians Fund for Musicians. “Our hope is that music will continue after this series so all who travel in and out of BWI can experience the special musical scene we have to offer.”
BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport, located in Anne Arundel County, set a record in June 2024 with 2.6 million passengers and welcomed a record-breaking 27 million passengers during the fiscal year 2024. BWI generates a total economic impact of $11.3 billion. The airport and visitors produce and support more than 107,000 jobs throughout Maryland and the region. The airport offers nearly 300 daily nonstop departures to about 90 domestic and international destinations.
About Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County: Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County (VAAAC) is a nonprofit, partnership-focused destination marketing and management organization dedicated to fostering a welcoming destination and promoting tourism for visitors, partners, and the community. The tourism and hospitality industry in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County significantly impacts Maryland's economy. In 2023, visitor spending injected $4.1 billion into the state economy, attracting more than 6.8 million visitors, and sustaining more than 26,000 jobs (both directly and indirectly), according to the 2023 Economic Impact of Tourism in Maryland Report. For more information, please visit www.VAAAC.org.
