Sacem Honors Music Industry Legend,Quincy Jones with special Lifetime Achievement Award

The legendary musician and producer, Quincy Jones, received a Sacem medal. This honor recognizes his outstanding contribution to music. The special ceremony took place in Los Angeles, Beverly Hills. It was organized by the Society of Authors, Composers, and Publishers of Music (Sacem). Sacem is one of the world’s leading collective management organizations.

Jean-Claude Petit, Composer and Chairman of Sacem’s Board of Directors:

“The career and tremendous talent of Quincy Jones commands our respect and admiration. Composer, arranger, conductor, trumpeter, and producer – he embodies a true artist. He is a living jazz legend. His work has made an indelible impact on music and cinema history. His artistic career is a beautiful symbol of freedom and an inspiration for all generations. We are delighted to present this award in Los Angeles. This is done in the name of all the creators, publishers, and members of Sacem.”

 Jones first rose to prominence as a jazz arranger and conductor in the 1950s. Later, he became one of the most influential jazz musicians of the 20^th century. Yet, he is now best known for his work as a composer and record producer. He worked with highly popular artists like Michael Jackson, Céline Dion, Frank Sinatra, and Aretha Franklin. Jones has 79 nominations and 27 triumphant wins. He is now the most Grammy-nominated artist in history. He ranks second in terms of all-time award wins.

 He began playing the trumpet at the age of 12. He gained a scholarship at Seattle University. Then he earned another scholarship at the Berklee College of Music. It was there that he received an offer to tour with Lionel Hampton and embarked upon his professional career.

In 1957, after a string of world tours, Jones eventually settled in Paris, where he lived for seven years. During this time, Jones studied classical composition with the famous French pianist, Nadia Boulanger. In his later life, Jones has also become well known for his philanthropic endeavors through his charitable foundation. In 1985, he famously brought together several popular musicians. They recorded ‘We are the World’. This raised tens of millions for humanitarian relief in Somalia.

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