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Olivia Winslow Bellido Named Stephen Schwartz Musical Theatre Teacher of the Year

C.E. Jordan High School theatre director and educator Olivia Bellido is the 2024 recipient of the Stephen Schwartz Musical Theatre Teacher of the Year Award. Presented by The ASCAP Foundation and the Educational Theatre Association (EdTA), this accolade recognizes exceptional achievement in the field of high school and middle school theatre education and includes a $5,000 cash prize.

The ASCAP Foundation Names Recipients of the 2024 Morton Gould Young Composer Awards

The ASCAP Foundation has revealed the recipients of the 2024 Morton Gould Young Composer Awards, recognizing talented young composers for their outstanding achievements in music composition. Learn more about the recipients!

Photos: Go Inside the ASCAP Grammy Brunch with Lenny Kravitz, Kelsea Ballerini, and More

ASCAP celebrated its 2024 ASCAP Grammy Award nominees and top songwriter and composer members on Friday afternoon at the ASCAP Grammy Brunch held in the garden of the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills. Check out photos from the event here!

Photos: Desmond Child and Stephen Schwartz Host Benefit Event For The ASCAP Foundation

 Hit songwriter Desmond Child and Broadway legend Stephen Schwartz hosted “An Intimate Evening of Music and Merriment” to raise funds for The ASCAP Foundation, a charitable organization dedicated to supporting music education programs for children, teens and emerging music creators. Check out photos from the event here!

Photos: Pasek & Paul Perform at The ASCAP Foundation's 12th Annual 'We Write the Songs' at the Library of Congress

Broadway and screen songwriting duo Pasek & Paul shined on their “Waving Through a Window” (from Dear Evan Hansen) and “This is Me” (The Greatest Showman) as members of ASCAP, The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, celebrated their works at The ASCAP Foundation’s 12th annual “We Write the Songs” concert. Check out photos!

The ASCAP Foundation Partners With DC Jazz Festival

The ASCAP Foundation, under the leadership of President Paul Williams and Executive Director Nicole George-Middleton, has joined forces with the DC Jazz Festival, headed by President & CEO Sunny Sumter, to support the development of up-and-coming jazz artists.

ASCAP Foundation Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Award Recipient Chase Elodia To Perform At Renowned DC JazzFest

The ASCAP Foundation, under the leadership of President Paul Williams and Executive Director Nicole George-Middleton, has joined forces with the DC Jazz Festival, headed by President & CEO Sunny Sumter, to support the development of up-and-coming jazz artists.

Stephen Schwartz, Pasek and Paul & More to Join MUSICAL THEATRE FEST at The Wallis

The ASCAP Foundation and the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts will present The ASCAP Foundation Musical Theatre Fest. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets!

The ASCAP Foundation Names Recipients of the 2023 Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Awards

The ASCAP Foundation has announced the recipients of the 2023 Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Awards.

The ASCAP Foundation Honors Champion Next Generation Of Composers And Songwriters On December 14 Virtual Event

Filled with enchanting performances and inspiring presentations, the upcoming ASCAP Foundation Honors 2021 online event promises to delight audiences near and far while recognizing this year's gifted award winners.

Top ASCAP R&B/Hip-Hop Exec Adds Role as ASCAP Foundation Executive Director

In addition to her ASCAP Foundation work, she will continue as SVP of Membership reporting to ASCAP Executive Vice President and Chief Creative Officer John Titta. 

Photo Flash: ASCAP Announces The Winner For its 2018 Rhythm and Soul Music Awards

Urban music's biggest names gathered to honor their own at the 2018 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Awards, held June 21 in Beverly Hills.

Jermaine Dupri & Ne-Yo to Receive Special Honors at 27th Annual ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards

The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) will host its 27th annual Rhythm & Soul Music Awards on Thursday, June 26th, 2014 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles, CA.

Usher to Receive ASCAP Golden Note Award at Rhythm & Soul Music Awards

The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) will honor eight-time Grammy Award-winner Usher with the prestigious ASCAP Golden Note Award during its 26th annual Rhythm & Soul Music Awards.