Teen Musicians Take Action Amidst the Panic of the Pandemic

Strings4Smiles, a student-led, nonprofit organization with the focal mission of providing music opportunities for underprivileged youth primarily in New York, recently completed its newest project: the “Quaran-Teen Competition.” The project was in effort for youth to come together and thank first responders, essential workers, and healthcare workers for the paramount work they have been doing. […]

ASCAP Foundation/Symphonic Jazz Orchestra announces 6th annual Commissioning Prize           

With the continuing success of its Commissioning Prize competition honoring former Symphonic Jazz Orchestra (SJO) Co-Music Director and ASCAP board member George Duke, the SJO is proud to announce its 6th annual ASCAP Foundation/Symphonic Jazz Orchestra Commissioning Prize competition. The $5,000 prize is open to all direct ASCAP composer members, with a submission deadline of […]

Rovner Products Seeks to Relieve PPE Shortage in Maryland with Donations

Although Rovner Products’ production department had been idle since the end of March due to Maryland Governor Larry Hogan’s COVID-19 state mandate closing all non-essential businesses, in late April some of the company’s manufacturing equipment was redeployed. “In March, stories of desperate medical workers were all over the news, and we were horrified. We realized […]

Steinberg Offers Free Software for Making Music at Home

To encourage music makers to stay creative during these unprecedented times, Steinberg has designed the #StayHome Elements Collection so music makers can create in the comfort of their own home. From now until May 15, the collection is completely free to use for 60 days. Download link: https://bit.ly/2yhusk2 The #StayHome Elements Collection is a special package […]

Student Organization Launches ‘Worldwide Day of Gratitude’ to Honor COVID-19 Heroes

First responders and healthcare workers on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic will be honored on April 30 as part of “Worldwide Day of Gratitude,” a global coming together through the arts organized by the student-run organization, YOUnison. For Worldwide Day of Gratitude, teachers and students of all ages, as well as the general […]

New Music Podcast Offers Revealing Interviews with Music Industry Executives, Artists, Producers

Series Gives Industry Insights, Guidance, Behind-the-Scenes Stories The Music Makers, the new music interview podcast series, premiered March 27, featuring revealing interviews on the inner workings of the music industry with some of the most influential professionals in the world. The Music Makers goes deep into the psyches of artists, producers, songwriters, recording engineers, managers, […]

The Women’s International Music Network Debuts ‘She Rocks’ Spotlight Series

Weekly online series spotlights and supports the artist community with performances featuring top musicians and up-and-comers live streamed in partnership with Parade.com The Women’s International Music Network (The WiMN) announces the debut of the She Rocks Spotlight Series. This new livestream series spotlights a diverse collection of artists – from up-and-comers to chart-topping sensations – […]