Songwriting Awards
The Songwriting Awards seek to promote new talent through encouraging outstanding young songwriters
Who we can help
Application to this award scheme is by nomination. Heads of songwriting and popular music courses at eligible institutions have been invited to nominate an undergraduate or postgradute student to apply for this award. Shortlisted candidates will then be selected to perform for a high profile panel of songwriting experts at a showcase final in London.
The winner of the 2010 Songwriting Award was LIPA student Dan Croll. He received £5,000 to fund the recording, production and manufacture of his EP, as well as support costs for a tour to follow its release.
Click
here to check out Dan's music
Click
here to read about 2009 winner Sherika Sherard
How to Apply
All Heads of Course at eligible institutions have now been contacted and invited to nominate a candidate for this award.
The closing date for applications from nominated candidates is 19 November 2010. Shortlisted songwriters will then be invited to perform at the showcase final at The Bedford, 77 Bedford Hill, Balham, London SW12 9HD on Thursday 20 January 2011.
If you have any queries about this award, please contact the awards team on 020 7239 9119 or awards@helpmusicians.org.uk
History of the Songwriting Awards
The Songwriting Awards are now in their seventh year and have established a high profile in the sector. Acclaimed songwriter Guy Chambers and Joan Armatrading have chaired judging panels, working with other high profile songwriters including Cathy Dennis, Nik Kershaw, Eg White, Alison Clarkson (Betty Boo) and Dan Gillespie-Sells. Previous winners include The Wombats, Fables, Katie Doherty and Alex Lipinski.