THE GIFT OF GIVING WITH ASCAP

The ASCAP Foundation launched its silent Holiday Auction today—Giving Tuesday—in support of music-education programs. Taking place virtually through 12/15, it boasts donations from Billie Eilish, FINNEAS, Lil Baby, Ne-Yo, John Mellencamp, blackbear, Chris Stapleton, Paul Williams and more.

Among other goodies, bidders will find sheet music for Eilish's “Your Power,” from Happier Than Ever: A Love Letter to Los Angeles, signed by Eilish, FINNEAS, L.A Phil conductor Gustavo Dudamel and arranger/composer/conductor David Campbell; a bottle of E.H. Taylor Jr. Whiskey signed by Stapleton; a hat, lyrics sheet and album singed by the members of Old Dominion; an acoustic Jasmine guitar signed by Mellencamp; a meet and greet with Lil Baby; a VIP concert experience with blackbear; handwritten lyrics to "Rainbow Connection" from Williams; a virtual guitar lesson from Josh Klinghoffer (Red Hot Chili Peppers/Pearl Jam); and a BET Awards weekend package for two.

“Music has been a lifeline for so many people during the pandemic, and ASCAP members understand how important music education and early recognition of talent is for kids and aspiring music creators,” said ASCAP Foundation Executive Director Nicole George-Middleton. “We are extremely grateful to these ASCAP members for rallying around the foundation at this time to fund these essential programs.”

Click here to see what else is up for grabs courtesy of The ASCAP Foundation.