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Global Leaders Meet in Cannes for midem 2012

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International leaders in music, technology, brands and education came together for midem 2012, January 27-30 in Cannes. Panels led by experts in copyright, delivery platforms, music publishing and so much more filled the schedule of the summit, a must-attend event where current issues are debated and key business deals are reached. Richard Conlon, Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategy, Communications & New Media for BMI, served as an advocate for copyright…


From News, posted 2.03.12

AIMP Establishes Nashville Chapter

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The Association of Independent Music Publishers (AIMP) has established a new chapter in Nashville. The branch joins AIMP’s outposts in Los Angeles and New York, and will serve as a base for networking, education and the collective advocacy of Music City’s thriving independent music publishing community. BMI is a proud supporter of AIMP’s Nashville chapter. David Preston, BMI Director, Writer/Publisher Relations, Nashville, has joined the organization’s steering committee, which will…


From News, posted 8.11.11

Juanes Receives President’s Award at 17th Annual BMI Latin Music Awards

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Espinoza Paz Earns Songwriter of the Year Crown; "Te Presumo" Named Song of the Year; Editora Arpa Musical Earns Latin Publisher of the Year en español BMI held its 17th annual Latin Music Awards tonight at the Bellagio in Las Vegas. Juanes received the BMI President’s Award; Espinoza Paz claimed his third consecutive Songwriter of the Year title; “Te Presumo” earned Song…


From News, posted 3.04.10

BMI Foundation Announces Opening of 7th Annual peermusic Latin Scholarship Competition

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The BMI Foundation, Inc. has announced the opening of the 7th Annual peermusic Latin Scholarship, a competition for young songwriters and composers. Established by music publisher Ralph Peer II and funded by peermusic, a $5,000 scholarship will be awarded for the best song or instrumental composition in a Latin genre. According to Porfirio Piña, Director of the competition, the program is open to students…


From News, posted 11.16.09

Copyright Summit’s Second Day Targets New Revenue Streams

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CISAC's (International Confederation of Societies of Authors and Composers) second World Copyright Summit: New Frontiers for Creators in the Marketplace began the second day of the event on June 10, focusing on finding common ground and new revenue streams on which to build the future of creative industries. The day's activities opened with Senator Patrick Leahy, Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, who outlined the importance of appropriate copyright protection…


From News, posted 6.10.09

Gloria Estefan Named Icon at 16th Annual BMI Latin Music Awards

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En Español BMI held its 16th annual Latin Music Awards Thursday, March 12 at The Breakers Ponce De Leon Ballroom in Palm Beach, Florida. Gloria Estefan was named a BMI Icon; singer/songwriter Espinoza Paz earned his second consecutive Latin Songwriter of the Year; “A Ti Si Puedo Decirte” garnered Song of the Year honors for writer Javier Sanroman and publisher Siempre Music;…


From News, posted 3.12.09

Miami Science Museum Partners with BMI for ‘Music Música’ Showcase October 22-25

BMI and the Miami Science Museum will present three musical events surrounding the opening of the museum’s newest exhibition, Music Música, October 22-25. Music Musica is a combination of two exhibits – “American Sabor: Latinos in U.S. Popular Music” and “Music: Access All Areas” – that showcase music from cultural and scientific perspectives. As part of the exhibits, BMI has produced three unique concert events showcasing some of their diverse,…


From News, posted 10.16.08

BMI Celebrates the Power of Latin Radio at Monitor Latino Convention

BMI celebrated the success of its songwriters on Latin radio at the second annual RadioNotas.com and Monitor Latino conference in Los Angeles recently. BMI was a sponsor of the conference, which brought together Latin radio programmers from across the U.S. and Mexico with executives from the Latin music industry to discuss the future direction of the Latin music business. At the conference, BMI presented a certificate of recognition to Adolfo…


From News, posted 8.28.08

Gustavo Santaolalla Named Icon at 15th Annual BMI Latin Music Awards

Songwriters of the Year Wisin & Yandel and Espinoza Paz Honored; ‘De Rodillas Te Pido’ Named Song of the Year; Editora Arpa Musical Earns Latin Publisher of the Year BMI held its 15th annual Latin Music Awards Thursday, June 12 at the Beverly Wilshire in Los Angeles. Esteemed composer and producer Gustavo Santaolalla was named a BMI Icon;…


From News, posted 6.12.08

BMI Foundation Announces Opening of 5th Annual peermusic Latin Scholarship Competition

The BMI Foundation, Inc. has announced the opening of the 5th Annual peermusic Latin Scholarship, a competition for young songwriters and composers. Established by music publisher Ralph Peer II and generously funded by peermusic, a $5,000 scholarship will be awarded for the best song or instrumental composition in a Latin genre. Latin rock superstar, Juanes noted the contest's importance in supporting…


From News, posted 10.26.07

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