ASCAP Presents...
"ASCAP Presents..." showcases the best unsigned bands for the music industry and fans alike. Past ASCAP Presents… participants have included Katy Perry, Paramore, Temper Trap, Dan Wilson, The Civil Wars, Mute Math, Sara Bareilles, The Dresden Dolls, Vampire Weekend, Silversun Pickups, Cold War Kids, and Fitz & the Tantrums among others.
Dates: Primarily held during major music conferences and events such as SXSW in Austin, TX, CMJ Music Marathon in NY, and the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah.
How to apply: We are not currently accepting submissions for this program. Generally, all inquiries or submissions for the showcases should be directed to the ASCAP office nearest you, addressed, Attention: ASCAP Presents.
Music will not be returned.
ASCAP Presents... Quiet On The Set
Quiet on the Set, established in 1991, has become one of ASCAP's most successful songwriter showcase series. Designed to focus attention on the cornerstone of our business, the song itself, these showcases feature promising new and emerging talent in addition to established artists and writers as special guests. The events are designed to present an intimate setting for the musical talent while also providing an opportunity for members and industry executives to network. Over the years, this show has increasingly become an important platform for songwriter/artists and has traveled to important national venues such as SXSW, CMJ and the North America Folk Alliance. Past Quiet on the Set participants have included John Mayer, Reeve Carney, Jill Sobule, Desmond Child, Joseph Arthur, Sixpence None The Richer, Jonatha Brooke, Ben Harper, Colin Hay, Michelle Shocked, The Weepies, Martin Sexton, Kristen Hall, Catie Curtis, Allen Shamblin, Deana Carter and Rufus Wainwright.
Dates: Held several times a year in Los Angeles and New York.
How to apply: We are not currently accepting submissions for this program. Generally, all inquiries or submissions for the showcases should be directed to the ASCAP office nearest you, addressed, Attention: ASCAP Presents.
Music will not be returned.
The ASCAP Foundation Presents… Thru The Walls
The ASCAP Foundation presents a showcase series which spotlights concert trained composer/performers who defy boundaries and cross genres. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of this exciting showcase series.
How to apply: Contact the Concert Music Department at (212) 621-6329 or concertmusic@ascap.com.
