A word from BASCA

“One of the reasons these little gold pins mean so much is that, in the selection of the nominees, there is no partisan pressure from record companies, publishers, or the media.

They are given from the heart on behalf of the members of BASCA and the entire creative community.”

Guy Fletcher OBE

About BASCA

BASCA, the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors, is the professional association for music writers in the UK. With over 2,000 members, it is the single voice for British music creators.

BASCA works to foster a sense of community amongst songwriters, lyricists and composers, and to campaign on their behalf in the domestic, European and international political arenas. As the only association in the country made up entirely of music writers, the organisation has an unparalleled insight into the issues affecting music creators in the UK today.

We work closely with our members, keeping them informed in a constantly changing environment via our publications, websites, seminars and professional networking events. BASCA also presents the Ivor Novello Awards, British Composer Awards and Gold Badge Awards annually.

Academy Fellows: John Adams, David Arnold, Sir Malcolm Arnold, John Barry, Don Black, Pierre Boulez, Sir John Dankworth, David Ferguson, George Fenton, Sir Elton John, Barry Gibb, Maurice Gibb, Robin Gibb, Sir Paul McCartney, Sir Peter Maxwell Davies and Sir Tim Rice.

www.basca.org.uk

BASCA in association with PRS present the Gold Badge Awards

“Not a day goes by when I don't feel blessed that I work in music ... the amazing achievement that this room adds up to is thrilling enough.”

Howard Goodall

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