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Be an ASCAP Citizen.

Your music has the power to change the world, and so does your vote. Join the ASCAP Citizen campaign to make sure you're exercising your right to be heard in our democracy, and help encourage others to do the same.

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We are ASCAP.

The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers

Music Creators

I write, compose, or publish music

Music Users

I use music in my business

Why ASCAP?

We are a professional organization of 775,000 songwriters, composers and music publishers, owned and run by its members, and the world leader in performance royalties, advocacy and service for music creators.

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Resources to Fight for Change

Music Unites Us: Resources to keep you healthy, creative and financially stable during the epidemic

ASCAP Experience: Home Edition Now Available On Demand

Creative inspiration. Provocative discussions. Money-making tips from the pros. Watch 20+ hours of Home Edition sessions, totally free.

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EVENTS

ASCAP Urban Presents: On the Come Up Showcase 2020

Want a taste of what's next? Watch six up-and-coming ASCAP R&B and soul stars perform their original songs in intimate, never-before-seen performances.

Benjamin Lerner on VERSED: The ASCAP Podcast

Irving Berlin's great-grandson opens up about his new album, his recovery journey, and his family's musical legacy

Mariah Carey Switches to ASCAP

We are thrilled to welcome global superstar Mariah Carey to the ASCAP family! ASCAP will license public performances of her immortal songwriting catalog - from “One Sweet Day” to "Fantasy," Billboard's Song of the Decade “We Belong Together” to the #1 holiday classic “All I Want for Christmas Is You.”

ASCAP 2019 Annual Report

A look back at ASCAP and our members' record-breaking, culture-shaping year

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Introducing the ASCAP Wellness Program

If creating music is your life, ASCAP’s mission is to support you every step of the way. And that means supporting the whole you. Welcome to the ASCAP Wellness Program, designed especially for our music creator members, intended to help nourish your body, mind and spirit so you can be your creative best.

Whatever your style, we have your back.

Concert Music

Country

Film & TV

Jazz

Latin

Musical Theatre

Pop/Rock

Rhythm & Soul

Meet the ASCAP Board

Get to know the writers and publishers who are helping to build a stronger future for music creators.

Questions about your membership?

Drop us a line. We’re music people. We’re good at listening.