Feinstein Fete

The first-ever ASCAP American Songbook Award was recently presented to Michael Feinstein in recognition of the singer-pianist's dedication to and advocacy of the great 20th Century American songwriters. The event, which featured performances of special material by Alan Bergman, Ann Hampton Callaway and Jimmy Webb, took place at Feinsteins at the Regency in Manhattan.

Pictured at the event are (l-r) composer Charles Strouse, Alan Bergman, Ann Hampton Callaway, Feinstein, Jimmy Webb and ASCAP President and Chairman Marilyn Bergman.