Fifty years ago, the story of a telekinetic teenage outcast captivated audiences, with ASCAP family member Pino Donaggio’s spellbinding score providing the perfectly tragic soundtrack to her psychological journey. 👑💐
Even for seasoned members of the Berlin Philharmonic, stepping onto the legendary stage at Carnegie Hall on opening night brings an irreplaceable surge of energy. ✨
Concertmaster and composer Noah Bendix-Balgley describes how the venue’s acoustics and rich performance history push the ensemble to deliver their absolute best. It remains a definitive career highlight that brings out a collective, magic drive from every musician on stage. 🎻🌇
🎥 Watch the full interview and Noah's special performance here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL…
Mic Check: It’s time to make your voice heard 🎙️ All 50 states have an election TODAY.
State and federal laws dictate how music creators, like you, license your work and often how it is valued in the marketplace – and that has a direct impact on how much you get paid.
So get out there, and vote! Find your polling place, check your state requirements and see what’s on your ballot at headcount.org/ascap.
⏰ DEADLINE ⏰
Applications must be submitted by Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. EST.
⬇️ HOW TO ENTER ⬇️
Visit go.ascap.com/2027youngjazz to submit your application and your best original work. We can’t wait to hear it! ✨
Good luck, all you cool cats! 😎
