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Jennifer Higdon is one of the most performed living American composers. Her list of commissioners and performing organizations is extensive and includes the Cleveland Orchestra, the Philadelphia Orchestra, Tokyo String Quartet, the London Philharmonic Orchestra and the President’s Own Marine Band, among others. Higdon received the 2010 Pulitzer Prize in Music for her Violin Concerto, with the committee citing her work as a “deeply engaging piece that combines flowing lyricism with dazzling virtuosity.” Her lecture is co-sponsored by the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra.

An introductory guide to music publishing - the business of creating, protecting and promoting songs and musical compositions. This short film produced by the UK's Music Publishers Association features contributions from leading figures in the industry, along with songwriters including Portico Quartet and Jake Gosling ( Ed Sheeran 's co-writer). Together they provide an overview of the various aspects of this dynamic part of the music industry .  For more information: www.mpaonline.org.uk Related articles UK artists sell a third of top 40 best-selling albums worldwide Taylor Swift makes history Happy Birthday, Ed Sheeran, You Mysterious Ginger Prince 2016 Grammys: The Winners Are... Kendrick Lamar, Taylor Swift Top Grammys Brit Awards 2016: Throw out predictable nominations and represent the true diverse UK we live in Jamie Lawson Tours The UK With Allen & Heath dLive Artists logos and motifs Taylor Swift Writes Ed Sheeran the Sweetest Birthday...