The Nashville Songwriters Association International is abbreviated to NSAI .
That kernel of an idea , planted and nurtured four decades ago , took root and has since grown into the 4,500 + member Nashville Songwriters Association International - NASA , which today promotes awareness of songwriters ' cultural contributions through events such as Tin Pan South Songwriters Festival , champions the legal rights of professional songwriters and helps develop the abilities of aspiring songwriters .
Nashville Songwriters Association International