Great American Songbook Foundation
Songbook Academy 2025
Payne & Mencias Palladium // Jul 12 - Jul 19 ET
Event Details
Tickets for public events now available!
Each summer, the Great American Songbook Foundation welcomes top high school vocalists from across the country for The Songbook Academy®. Now in its 16th year, the 2025 program returns to Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel, IN, July 12–19.
This year’s talented students will learn from an outstanding team of mentors, including Broadway star Nikki Renée Daniels and five-time GRAMMY nominee and Foundation founder Michael Feinstein.
Join us at the Payne & Mencias Palladium or online for captivating public performances throughout the week.
Reserve Your Seats Today!
Tickets and livestream access are available now for these must-see events.
Songbook Showcase
Thursday, July 17 | 7 p.m. | Payne & Mencias Palladium
All 40 participants will each perform a solo on the Payne & Mencias Palladium stage. The evening also includes special performances by Michael Feinstein and guest mentor and Broadway star Nikki Renée Daniels.
Tickets: Pay-what-you-can (minimum $5 for in-person attendees)
Livestream: Pay-what-you-can (no minimum)
Songbook Academy in Concert
Saturday, July 19 | 7 p.m. | Payne & Mencias Palladium
Michael Feinstein returns to the stage to emcee as all 40 singers perform choral numbers, small group ensembles and featured solos, celebrating their growth over the week and paying tribute to iconic composers and lyricists of the Great American Songbook.
Tickets: Starting at $25 for in-person attendees.
Livestream: Pay-what-you-can (no minimum)
Stay tuned for more information about the talented young singers from 13 states and 31 cities joining our Songbook Academy community this summer, as well as plans for the popular Songbook Academy Public Masterclass, which will be announced later this summer.
Our Partners
We are grateful to the partners whose support makes The Songbook Academy® possible. Their investment helps nurture the next generation of musical storytellers and preserve America's timeless musical legacy.
Songbook Summer Match Sponsor
Dr. Larry Weeda Jr. and Sharon Polk
Guest Mentor Impact Supporters
Libby and Randy Brown
Tim and Karyl McGeath
Bob and Rose Popovich
The Tobin Family
