(L-R) Kristin Robinson, James Fauntleroy, Hitmaka, Sarah Hudson, Steph Jones, and Anna Waronker speak onstage during the ASCAP Experience 2023 on June 21, 2023 in Los Angeles
News emerged on Tuesday that ASCAP Experience, "the one-of-a-kind conference for music creators from ASCAP — the only US PRO that puts music creators first in everything they do — is headed to Los Angeles on Thursday, February 12, 2026. The one-day summit of workshops, panels, performances and networking is designed to help aspiring creators achieve their goals and navigate the future of music."
"With more details to be announced in the coming months, ASCAP Experience 2026 will bring aspiring songwriters and composers together with top talent and industry leaders," a statement read. "Curated exclusively to help music creators sharpen their skills, build community, and prepare for the creative and professional futures of the industry, the summit will offer career advice, creative guidance, keynote conversations and intimate performances of hit songs from the creators who wrote them."
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at https://go.ascap.com/experience2026
"Programming will include ASCAP’s flagship 'Hitmakers' panel, featuring top writers sharing their journeys and practical advice for success; the return of the popular 'Get Heard: Live Song Feedback' and more."
"Tickets for ASCAP Experience 2026 are on sale today, with early-bird ASCAP member tickets available for $95. Non-member tickets are available for $160. The event takes place at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles. Visit www.ascapexperience.com for more details and updates on talent announcements, programming and sponsorship opportunities."
"Now entering its 20th year, the ASCAP Experience has hosted panelists including Stevie Wonder, Quincy Jones, Justin Timberlake, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Katy Perry, Tom Petty, Meghan Trainor, Muni Long, Greg Kurstin, Swizz Beatz, Timbaland, D-Nice, Chris Stapleton, Ashanti, Ne-Yo, Questlove, St. Vincent, King Princess, Lee Ann Womack, Wyclef Jean, Jermaine Dupri, Melissa Etheridge, Hans Zimmer, Michael Giacchino and many more."
