15th Annual American Society of Young Musicians benefit concert & awards (2007)

The American Society of Young Musicians is a non-profit, 501(c)3, national organization comprised of individuals in the music and entertainment industry, as well as various advocates including business leaders, physicians, art patrons, scholars and others who likewise share a commitment to the enrichment and advancement, both educationally and musically, of America's young musicians. The organization was founded in 1992. The society's programs include a shared housing referral program, dental assistance, legal consultation, artist workshops and music scholarships. Scholarship recipients are additionally matched with mentors in the music community who provide career assistance in musical and career development. Such support mechanisms ensure that financial limitations do not stem the potential of young artists.