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ASCAP Foundation Accepting Submission for Young Jazz Composer Awards

ASCAP Foundation
1900 Broadway
New York City, New York 10023
September 1, 2016 to December 1, 2016
9:00 AM PT - 11:30 PM PT

Established in 1975, the ASCAP Foundation is dedicated to nurturing the music talent of tomorrow, preserving the legacy of the past, and sustaining the creative incentive for today's creators through a variety of educational, professional, and humanitarian programs and activities serving the entire music community.

The foundation, in partnership with the Herb Alpert Foundation, is accepting applications for its Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Awards, which are designed to encourage talented young jazz composers. To be considered, applicants must submit an original score or chart of one composition accompanied by a CD indicating proper track (if applicable). A cash prize will be awarded to be shared equally among the co-writers of each musical work or composition

To be eligible, applicants must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States or enrolled as a student with a student visa. In addition, applicants must be under the age of 30 as of December 31, 2016.

For complete program guidelines and application procedures, see the ASCAP Foundation website.


Website: http://www.ascap.com/music-career/support/young-jazz-guidelines.aspx