News: 2012
Latin Songwriters Hall of Fame Launch
As written by Justino Aquila in November 12th Billboard.biz article:
A group of veteran music industry professionals have created the Latin Songwriters Hall of Fame and will announce 24 nominees on Nov. 27, according to a spokesperson for the newly established nonprofit.
Chart Toppers: An Inspirational Evening
The Songwriters Hall of Fame, along with the Los Angeles-based GRAMMY Museum presented a Chart Toppers: Songwriters/Producers-in-the-Round event at the Museum’s Clive Davis Theater on Monday, October 15th. The event featured a stellar gathering of some of today’s top songwriter/producers speaking about their craft and the stories behind their hit…
Songwriters Hall of Fame 2013 Nominees For Induction Announced
New York, NY – October 11, 2012 – Jimmy Webb, Chairman of the Songwriters Hall of Fame has announced the slate of 2013 nominees for induction. The organization, which is dedicated to recognizing the work and lives of those composers and lyricists who create popular music around the world, holds…
Andy Williams: An Appreciation
By Jim Bessman
More than any other traditional pop music stand-up singer, Andy Williams managed to transcend the pre-rock ‘n’ roll era and have consistent quality hits through the musically and culturally turbulent 1960s.
He had the songs, of course, like his signature “Moon…
The Songwriters Hall Of Fame And The GRAMMY Museum Announce Songwriters/Producers In-The-Round Event
Chart Toppers Dan Wilson, Greg Kurstin, Evan Bogart, Tim Pagnotta and Rodney Jerkins to be featured guests
The Songwriters Hall of Fame, in association with the Los Angeles-based GRAMMY Museum, will present the next in a continuing series of Songwriters-in-the-Round events at the Museum’s Clive Davis Theater on…
SHOF Mourns The Passing Of Chairman Emeritus Hal David
The Songwriters Hall of Fame lost a great friend, supporter and esteemed inductee today.
“All of us associated with the Songwriters Hall of Fame mourn the passing of our Chairman Emeritus, Hal David,” commented SHOF Chairman Jimmy Webb. “Hal devoted more than a decade as Chairman and, under…
SHOF Mourns Inductee Marvin Hamlisch
The Songwriters Hall of Fame was saddened to learn of the passing of one of our esteemed inductees, Marvin Hamlisch, on Monday, August 6th.
“It is my sad duty to mark the untimely passing of the creator of some of America’s most substantial and immortal musical works,” said…
Billboard Biz: Ne-Yo, Bob Seger, Bette Midler, Stevie Nicks Light Up Songwriters Hall of Fame
As reported in the June 15th online edition of Billboard Biz:
Now, incredibly, in its 43rd year, the Songwriters Hall of Fame ceremony is roughly the publishing world’s equivalent of the Grammys, but its untelevised, below-the-public-radar status means that the people being honored clearly feel…
SHOF Songwriters-In-The-Round and Scholarship Presentations Kick-Off New Music Seminar
Despite the fact that it was a Sunday and Fathers Day, Webster Hall in New York City was packed to the rafters for the SHOF Songwriters-In-The-Round, the first celebration of the three-day New Music Seminar. Hosted and produced by SHOF inductee and legendary songwriter Desmond Child,…
Songwriters Hall Of Fame Celebrates Songwriting Legends At 43rd Annual Induction And Awards Gala
Inductees Gordon Lightfoot, Bob Seger, Don Schlitz, Harvey Schmidt & Tom Jones and Jim Steinman, along with honorees Bette Midler, Ne-Yo, Lance Freed, Mike Stoller, Ben E. King and Woody Guthrie
New York, N.Y. - June 15, 2012- The 2012 Songwriters Hall of Fame 43rd Annual Induction and…
SHOF Mourns Frances W. Preston
The Board of Directors and members of the Songwriters Hall of Fame are mourning the passing of a great friend. Frances Preston was an esteemed and integral part of the Board for many years, and a champion of songwriters everywhere as long-time BMI President and CEO.
“On the…
Special Auction Live Now: VIP Gala Tickets and Autographed Gibson Guitars
The Songwriters Hall of Fame has placed several one-of-a-kind items up for special auction on the Charity Buzz website. Place your bids now, or at any time on or before the closing dates below, to have a chance at one of these incredible items!
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Songhall Gala Presenters And Performers Announced
New York, NY – May 31, 2012 – Dave Grohl, Stevie Nicks, Kenny Rogers, Lyle Lovett, Meat Loaf, Emmylou Harris, Cheyenne Jackson, Constantine Maroulis, L.P., Jerry Moss and Take 6 have signed on to be either a presenter and/or performer at the 2012 Songwriters Hall of Fame Annual Induction and…
The Songwriters Hall Of Fame Mourns The Passing Of Co-Founder Howard S. Richmond
The Songwriters Hall of Fame was tremendously saddened to learn of the passing of one of our co-founders, Mr. Howard S. Richmond, over the weekend. He was 94 years of age.
“We are grieving the loss of one of our own today,” said Chairman Jimmy Webb. “Howie Richmond…
SHOF Chairman Jimmy Webb To Receive Prestigious Ivor Novello Award
Songwriters Hall of Fame Chairman Jimmy Webb will be the recipient of the 2012 prestigious Ivor Novello “Special International Award,” which he will be presented with in London on May 17th.
The Ivor Novello ‘Special International Award’ recognizes non-British writers and composers who have made an extraordinary contribution…
2012 Abe Olman Scholarship, Holly Prize And NYU Steinhardt Songwriting Scholar Award Announced
Presentation To Take Place At The New Music Seminar Kick-Off During Music Week
New York, N.Y.- May 16, 2012- The Abe Olman Scholarships for Excellence in Songwriting, The Holly Prize and the NYU Steinhardt Songwriting Scholar Award will be awarded during the kick off of the New Music…
Chairman Emeritus Hal David Presented With Gershwin Prize For Popular Song
President Barack Obama honored SHOF Chairman Emeritus Hal David and Burt Bacharach on Wednesday night as “two kings of songwriting,” presenting them the nation’s highest prize for popular music at the White House.
The songwriting duo received the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song during a…
Songwriters-in-the-Round Guests Announced: Eric Bazilian, Claude Kelly and Jodi Marr
Eric Bazilian ("One Of Us”, “And We Danced,” “All You Zombies"), Claude Kelly ("Grenade," “My Life Would Suck Without You,” “Party In The USA") and Jodi Marr ("Grace Kelly”, “New York”, “Jaleo") will be the special guests at the Songwriters-In-The-Round event, co-sponsored by the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the…
Woody Guthrie To Receive Pioneer Award At Songwriters Hall Of Fame Gala
Previously Announced Inductees Include Gordon Lightfoot, Bob Seger, Don Schlitz, Harvey Schmidt & Tom Jones and Jim Steinman
New York, NY- May 1, 2012 – Woody Guthrie will be the recipient of the prestigious Pioneer Award, to be presented at the 43rd Annual Induction and Awards Dinner slated…
Dick Clark: An Appreciation
By Jim Bessman for The Examiner
That Dick Clark had unique stature in the music business was evident by the swift outpouring of tributes from all segments of an industry he did so much to shape for so many years.
“Dick Clark, a fellow Syracuse University…
Nile Rodgers: Heart And Soul
When attending events such as the Songwriters Hall of Fame Master Sessions at NYU, the evenings are always very special and intimate views of the craft of songwriting as told by the Masters themselves. There was the expectation that the event last night with guest Nile Rodgers would be of…
R&B Superstar Ne-Yo To Receive Hal David Starlight Award At Songwriters Hall Of Fame Gala
Previously Announced Inductees Include Gordon Lightfoot, Bob Seger, Don Schlitz, Harvey Schmidt & Tom Jones and Jim Steinman
New York, NY- April 9, 2012 – Ne-Yo will be the recipient of the prestigious Hal David Starlight Award, to be presented at the 43rd Annual Induction and Awards…
Stand By Me Named Towering Song, Ben E. King Towering Performance, Lance Freed Abe Olman Publisher
New York, NY – March 27, 2012 – The 2012 Towering Song Award will be presented to “Stand By Me,” written by Ben E. King, Jerry Leiber & Mike Stoller, and King will receive the Towering Performance Award. Lance Freed will be awarded the prestigious Abe Olman Publisher Award at…
Songwriters Hall Of Fame And NYU Steinhardt Announce New Scholarships At Summer Songwriters Workshop
The Songwriters Hall of Fame (SHOF), in collaboration with the NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education and Human Development, announced today the establishment of The SHOF Songwriting Scholars. Generous grants from the SHOF and performing rights organizations ASCAP, BMI and…
Songwriters Hall Of Fame Brings Songwriters-In-The-Round To The New Music Seminar
Exclusive discount for Songhall members!
A special Songwriters-In-The-Round event will be co-sponsored by the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the New Music Seminar on Sunday, June 17th from 3:30 to 5pm at Webster Hall in New York City. Hosted and produced by SHOF inductee and legendary songwriter Desmond…
Celebrated Songwriter/Producer Nile Rodgers Comes To NYU For Songwriters Hall Of Fame Master Session
From dance/funk to Duran Duran, and from Madonna’s “Like a Virgin” to the video games of today and the musical theater of tomorrow, Nile Rodgers’ songwriting, production, and propulsive guitar are at the core of a remarkable body of work. With more than three decades as a musical force, the…
Bette Midler To Receive Prestigious Sammy Cahn Lifetime Achievement Award
Previously Announced Inductees Include Gordon Lightfoot, Bob Seger, Don Schlitz, Harvey Schmidt & Tom Jones and Jim Steinman
New York, NY – March 13, 2012 – Bette Midler will be the 2012 recipient of the esteemed Sammy Cahn Lifetime Achievement Award at the 43rd Annual Induction and Awards…
Songwriters Hall of Fame Announces 2012 Inductees
Gordon Lightfoot, Bob Seger, Don Schlitz, Harvey Schmidt & Tom Jones and Jim Steinman to be Inducted June 14th in NYC
New York, NY – February 21, 2012 – Musical geniuses Gordon Lightfoot, Bob Seger, Don Schlitz, Harvey Schmidt & Tom Jones and Jim Steinman will become the…
Songwriters Hall Of Fame Announces Launch Of New Look For Songhall.Org
New York, NY, - March 6, 2012 – The Songwriters Hall of Fame has announced a redesign and expanded content for its songhall.org website. The new site is home to a treasure-trove of information for both the professional songwriter and those interested in all things related to songwriting.…
SHOF Mourns Robert Sherman
The Songwriters Hall of Fame was saddened to learn today of the passing of one of our esteemed inductees, Robert Sherman.
Renowned children’s film composers Richard and Robert Sherman have written some of the best-loved and most recognized songs in motion picture history. One of Disney’s most successful…
First Round of Featured Panelists for 7th ASCAP “I Create Music” EXPO
Includes Carly Simon, Peter Frampton, and The Smeezingtons (Bruno Mars, Philip Lawrence, Ari Levine)
Discount pricing is available through the end of March.
ASCAP has announced the initial lineup of panelists and programming for the 7th annual ASCAP “I Create Music” EXPO, taking place April 19-21,…
BMI Honors Kirk Franklin, Hezekiah Walker & Marvin Sapp at 13th Annual Trailblazers
BMI honored gospel giants Kirk Franklin and Hezekiah Walker at its 13th annual Trailblazers of Gospel Music Awards Luncheon today in Nashville. Held at Rocketown, the event brought legends and contemporary stars together to celebrate the careers of two of the genre’s finest.
More here: http://www.bmi.com/news/entry/555420…
John Forté, A Fine Frenzy and Others Thrill Audiences at the Sundance ASCAP Music Cafe
The 2012 Sundance ASCAP Music Café got off to an exciting start with an eclectic range of songwriter and bands. Performers appearing over the first four days of the Music Café included A Fine Frenzy, We Are Augustines, Jenny O., Josh Kelley, David Nail, Garland Jeffreys, Jeremy Current and James…
SESAC Honors Stellar Award Winners
Congratulations to SESAC affiliates VaShawn Mitchell (Artist of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year, Contemporary Male of the Year, Urban/Inspirational Single or Performance, Music Video-Short Format, Praise/Worship CD of the Year ), Bishop Paul Morton (Special Event CD of the Year) and Selah (Spoken Word CD) in their wins…
SF MusicTech Summit & Digital Music Forum Offer BMI Member Discounts
BMI will sponsor two key gatherings of digital and music movers and shakers next month: the San Francisco MusicTech Summit on February 13 and Digital Music Forum: East, February 22 and 23.
Get the details here: http://www.bmi.com/news/entry/555577
WIPO and OAS Release Report on the Economic Contribution of the Copyright Industries
BMI Supports the Value of Music in Global Joint Statement
JOINT STATEMENT:
The vibrant music of the Western Hemisphere is widely recognized as one of the great contributions of our peoples to global society. Yet our ability to continue creating and offering this magnificent music is…
Hollywood Fetes ASCAP Composers
We’re deep into awards season, and the film and television music community is busy celebrating ASCAP composers at events honoring their contributions to the top films of 2011. ASCAP staff came out to support our talented composers and songwriters at a number of screenings and Q&A sessions run by the…
A Unique New Program is Established by the Bienstock Family
ASCAP/SHOF board member and CEO of Carlin America, Caroline Bienstock, along with her mother Miriam and brother Robert, COO of Carlin America, have established a unique new program, The ASCAP Foundation Freddy Bienstock Scholarship and Internship to honor the memory of publishing great, Freddy Bienstock.
Go here for…
SESAC Composers Make Splash at Sundance Film Festival
SESAC composers will be showcasing new projects at the upcoming Sundance Film Festival to be held Jan. 19-29 in Park City, Utah. Composer Jeff Beal will be premiering the documentary “The Queen Of Versailles” for which he composed music on the festival’s opening night. Also making a prominent premiere at…
Seven ASCAP Members Nominated for Critics Choice Movie Awards
In the same week that the Golden Globe nominations were announced, the Broadcast Film Critics Association (BFCA) also revealed their nominees for the 17th annual Critics Choice Movie Awards. This year’s Golden Globe-nominated ASCAP members Trent Reznor, Howard Shore, Mary J. Blige, Harvey Mason, Jr. and Bernie Taupin were also…
BMI Acoustic Lounge - New York
Singer/songwriter showcase series featuring acoustic performances in an intimate setting as well as networking opportunities with other songwriters and BMI representatives at Pianos (158 Ludlow Street-between Stanton and Rivington, NYC) at 7:00 p.m.
More info here: http://www.bmi.com/events/entry/555297
7th Annual Woody Guthrie Fellowship Program Opens
The opening of the 7th Annual Woody Guthrie Fellowship Program has been announced by Ralph N. Jackson, President of the BMI Foundation, Inc., and Nora Guthrie, Executive Director of the Woody Guthrie Archives (WGA) and Foundation. In recognition of the Woody Guthrie Centennial in 2012, the BMI Foundation, Inc., in…
ASCAP’s 10 Must-Read Career Development Articles from 2011
At ASCAP, we do more than just collect and distribute songwriter royalties - we also actively assist our members in advancing their music careers. Whether it’s through our many workshops and awards, industry showcases, or the conversations we have with our members on a daily basis, we’re invested in your…
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