The enduring legacy of one of America's most decorated composers has been the basis for launching the Marvin Hamlisch International Music Awards since 2019, aimed at recognizing and enabling the next generation of diverse music composition talent. The previous international awards ceremonies were a huge success with each time over 500 applicants from more than 50 countries participating every year. Celebrities have included Quincy Jones, Johnny Mathis, Barbra Streisand, Clive Davis, Kelli O' Hara, Idina Menzel, Santino Fontana, Paul Shaffer, Sir Howard Stringer, Lucie Arnaz, Melissa Manchester, Bill Gaden, Francis Goya, Maria Friedman and many others presenting the awards. Relive all of the Marvin Hamlisch International Music Awards ceremonies at hamlischawards.tv.

Following its tremendous success, the Marvin Hamlisch International Music Awards 2026-2027 is now open for registration with NEW categories. Visit www.HamlischAwards.org for details.