The peermusic Latin Award is an annual competition open to student songwriters and composers of Latin music. Established in 2003 through the generosity of peermusic CEO Ralph Peer II, this prestigious award recognizes and supports emerging musicians who are shaping the future of Latin music. A $5,000 scholarship is presented each year for the best original song or instrumental composition in any Latin genre.
Scholarship Details
- Award amount: $5,000
- Awarded annually for the best original song or instrumental composition in any Latin genre
- Open to emerging musicians and composers
- Administered by the BMI Foundation
- Program has supported promising musicians for over two decades
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be between the ages of 17 and 24 as of February 15th
- Must be based in the United States or Puerto Rico
- May only submit one application per BMI Foundation awards program
- May not submit the same musical work to more than one BMI Foundation awards program
- Works must not be assigned to any major music publisher or record label
- Must not have had any musical work commercially recorded or distributed
- Previous winners of the peermusic Latin Music Award are not eligible (Honorable mentions may apply again)
Co-Written Works
- Co-written works can have no more than 3 total writers
- All co-writers must meet eligibility requirements
- One single songwriter of record must submit the application
- Songwriters can only be the writer of record on one submission
- Awards will be split evenly among co-writers
- Only songwriters should be listed as co-writers (performers and producers should not be listed)
Application Process
- Prepare your original song or instrumental composition in a Latin genre
- Ensure that the work is unpublished and not under contract with a major music publisher or record label
- Submit an online application through the BMI Foundation portal
- If the work is co-written, list all co-writers on the application
- Submit supporting materials as required by the application portal
- Ensure the application is submitted before the deadline on February 15th
The peermusic Latin Award is a remarkable opportunity for young composers and songwriters passionate about Latin music. If you have a unique creative voice and want to make an impact in the music industry, apply today and share your work with the world!