ASCAP Appoints New Board Members to Champion Music Creators

The American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) has announced the election of new and re-elected members to its Board of Directors for a two-year term starting April 1, 2025. This board, composed entirely of songwriters, composers, and music publishers, plays a crucial role in advocating for music creators’ rights and interests.​

Newly Elected Writer Member

Claudia Brant: An accomplished songwriter known for her significant contributions to the music industry, Brant joins the board as a writer member, bringing fresh perspectives to ASCAP’s initiatives.​

Re-elected Writer Members

Jon Batiste: A dynamic composer and performer, Batiste continues his board service, contributing his extensive experience in music composition and performance.​

Desmond Child: Renowned for his prolific songwriting career, Child’s re-election underscores his ongoing commitment to advocating for fellow creators.​

Sharon Farber: A composer with a diverse portfolio, Farber’s re-election reflects her dedication to ASCAP’s mission and her active involvement in the music community.

Dan Foliart: With a rich history in television scoring, Foliart’s continued board presence ensures that the interests of composers in visual media are well-represented.

Michelle Lewis: As a songwriter and advocate, Lewis brings valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities facing today’s music creators.​

Terry Lewis: A distinguished producer and songwriter, Lewis’s re-election highlights his ongoing commitment to advancing ASCAP’s goals.​

Marcus Miller: An influential figure in jazz and beyond, Miller’s board role allows him to champion the interests of a broad spectrum of music creators.​

Jimmy Webb: Known for his timeless compositions, Webb’s continued board service enriches ASCAP’s leadership with his wealth of experience.​

Doug Wood: A composer and advocate, Wood’s re-election ensures that the voices of dedicated music creators remain central to ASCAP’s mission.​

Alex Shapiro: Representing the symphonic and concert field, Shapiro’s re-election reflects her ongoing dedication to contemporary classical music and ASCAP’s objectives.​

Re-elected Publisher Members

Peter Brodsky: As Executive Vice President and General Counsel, Brodsky’s re-election reinforces his role in shaping ASCAP’s legal and business strategies.​

Bob Bruderman: Leading global digital business efforts, Bruderman’s continued board presence ensures that ASCAP remains at the forefront of digital music publishing.​

Marti Cuevas: A prominent figure in music publishing, Cuevas’s re-election underscores her commitment to fostering a diverse and thriving music community.​

Ree Guyer: As a leader in music publishing, Guyer’s ongoing board role highlights her dedication to supporting songwriters and composers.​

Keith Hauprich: With extensive experience in music publishing, Hauprich’s re-election ensures that ASCAP continues to navigate the evolving music landscape effectively.​

Dean Kay: A seasoned music publisher, Kay’s continued board service reflects his dedication to advocating for the rights of music creators.​

Evan Lamberg: As President of North America, Lamberg’s re-election reinforces his commitment to ASCAP’s mission and the broader music community.​

Leeds Levy: With a wealth of experience in music publishing, Levy’s re-election ensures that ASCAP benefits from his strategic vision and industry insights.​

Irwin Z. Robinson: A veteran in the music publishing industry, Robinson’s ongoing board role highlights his dedication to protecting the interests of music creators.​

Paul Robinson: As EVP & General Counsel, Robinson’s re-election underscores his integral role in shaping ASCAP’s policies and initiatives.​

Jon Singer: Leading Spirit Music Group, Singer’s continued board service ensures that the perspectives of independent publishers are well-represented.​

Paul Williams, ASCAP’s President and Chairman of the Board, expressed his gratitude for the trust placed in the board members, stating, “We welcome our newly elected songwriter Claudia Brant to join us in this mission, which puts the needs of our music creators and publishers first.” ​

ASCAP’s Board of Directors operates uniquely, with members elected directly by the organization’s membership every two years, ensuring that decisions are made by and for music creators and publishers. ​

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