The Premier Organization For Music Creators Working in Visual Media

The Society of Composers & Lyricists® has been bringing together creators since 1945 to foster community, further our understanding of our craft, and to have a voice in the decisions that affect our future.

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Upcoming Events

Jun 15

Screening + Q&A

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Online Screening + Q&A: THE GUEST

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Jun 15

Screening + Q&A

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Online Screening + Q&A: DANCING WITH THE STARS

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Jun 16

Screening + Q&A

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Online Screening + Q&A: JOHN CANDY: I LIKE ME

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Jun 17

Panel

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Online Event: EARLY CAREER LUNCH HOUR

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Jun 17

Screening + Q&A

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Online Screening + Q&A: OFF CAMPUS

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Jun 18

Screening + Q&A

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Online Screening + Q&A: YOUR FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS

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Jun 22

Seminar

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SongArts Seminar: Cutting Edge Vocal Production for Sync

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Jun 22

Seminar

London

SCL London Seminar: In Conversation with Tom Howe

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Recent News

SCL Signs onto Letter to Rep. Lori Trahan Urging Support to Reject Federal Preemption of State AI Laws

May 21, 2026

Copyright Alliance Issues Statement on ByteDance’s Release of Seedance 2.0 

February 13, 2026

Ludwig Göransson wins Outstanding Original Score for a Studio Film at 7th SCL Awards

February 6, 2026

Raphael Saadiq and Ludwig Göransson Win Outstanding Original Song for a Drama or Documentary at 7th SCL Awards

February 6, 2026

EJAE and Mark Sonnenblick Win Outstanding Original Song for a Comedy or Musical at 7th SCL Awards

February 6, 2026
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Recent Seminars

Writing for the Concert Hall with Bobby Ge and the Second Ending Ensemble
Composer to Composer: Careers Across Coasts, Genres & Industries
Composer Workshop: Choral Read-Through
From Beginner to Working Composer
Game Changers: Music in Evolving Game Worlds
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