Info & advice
Here you can find information and guidance around all aspects of music creation – from legal and financial advice through to inspirational insights from other composers and songwriters.
The Adventurer – meet Dobrinka Tabakova
Charlotte Brown meets BBC Concert Orchestra’s new Composer in Residence, Dobrinka Tabakova
British Composer Award for Inspiration – Nigel Osborne MBE
Nigel Osborne has been called a Renaissance man, and that seems no less than the truth. Andy Hamilton talks to the distinguished composer after being awarded the British Composer Award for Inspiration.
Compose Yourself – Event Report
Four classical composers share the secrets to managing your own composing career.
Songwriters on Songwriting – Event Report
In January 2017, BASCA and the Featured Artists Coalition (FAC) held the event ALL ABOUT: Songwriting at London’s Tileyard Studios.
Wayne’s World – Wayne Hector
Rhian Jones meets award-winning pop songwriter Wayne Hector.
British Composer Award for Inspiration – Simon Bainbridge
Andy Hamilton speaks to composer Simon Bainbridge after being awarded the British Composer Award for Inspiration.
Making Connections – Ludovico Einaudi
Blending rigorous training with constantly broadening cultural horizons, Ludovico Einaudi has captured the imaginations of audiences across the globe with his distinctive musical language. Katy Wright meets the Italian composer and pianist.
BASCA Research – Equality & Diversity in Classical Music
Dave Roberts discusses BASCA’s research project: Equality & Diversity in New Music Commissioning.
Return to Grace – Laura Mvula
Rhian Jones welcomes back singer-songwriter Laura Mvula.
