Margie Hauser, one of the most popular songwriters and producers, has had her music on approximately 100 records, television shows, and films. She has been nominated for a Grammy twice. In addition to her work as an artist, she has performed at several venues throughout New York City and Los Angeles. Hauser also serves as an official record producer for many artists she works with in various capacities. Music industry veteran Margie Hauser has been a Recording Academy (the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences) member for almost 20 years. Hauser says being a part of the Recording Academy is important to her.
What is NARAS?
NARAS is the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences, which has overseen the Grammy Awards since 1943 and is one of the most prestigious music organizations in America that provides a quality opportunity to thousands of artists year after year. To be nominated for an award through the organization begins a lengthy process in which artists must submit materials and forms by specific deadlines to compete for those prizes. The Recording Academy has over 12,000 voting members. The Academy also has over 3,000 professional members who are not eligible to vote in the GRAMMY Awards. Many of these members attest to the organization’s legitimacy and are responsible for providing a general recognition of the work of recording artists and their music. Margie Hauser says that the members who determine the nominations and winners of the Grammys each year are chosen among the best in the industry.
Why do NARAS and the GRAMMY Awards matter?
According to Margie Hauser, the GRAMMYs are responsible for validating the work of artists across various genres and has a positive effect on the music industry in general. Being nominated or winning an award increases album sales, promotes music videos and concerts, and serves as a point of pride. The nominations and awards are also important because they give artists credibility within the industry, not just continuing to make music but providing them with opportunities to be involved with other aspects of the business.
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