<p data-block-key="lutvh">The Songwriters Hall of Fame Spring Master Sessions at Stuyvesant brought together three extraordinary music industry voices for an inspiring morning with NYC's brightest young songwriters. Hosted by <b>Harold Stephan</b> (SHOF Board member and NY Education Committee Chair), students heard from <b>Marcelo Zarvos</b>, the acclaimed Brazilian composer behind <i>K-Pop Demon Hunters;</i> <b>Nicole Zuraitis</b>, two-time Grammy winner and pioneering jazz vocalist; and <b>Doug Schadt</b>, known for his work with Maggie Rogers.</p><p data-block-key="48isd">The panelists offered insightful feedback to five student performers from the <b>All-City Modern Music Project</b> and <b>Sound Thinking NYC</b>, including 2026 SHOF Songwriters of Tomorrow Scholarship winners <b>Milo Bloom</b> and <b>Andrew Carrington</b> (k.p.a. <b>.Andre</b>). Highlights included Nicole Zuraitis reflecting on her “secret education” playing weddings and background gigs across the city, reminding students, <i>“Don’t say no to any type of music.”</i> Marcelo Zarvos echoed that spirit while recounting his early career, emphasizing, <i>“There is no small gig—only small-minded playing.”</i> Doug Schadt spoke candidly about the art of co-writing and left students with a lasting reminder as they head to college: <i>“Those people will keep popping up in your life forever. Be nice.” </i></p><p data-block-key="eskkq">As moderator, Harold Stephan connected each panelist’s journey to the students’ own creative paths, reinforcing that every performance is an opportunity to grow, be heard, and build confidence. It was a powerful morning of music, mentorship, and real-world industry insight— exactly the kind of connection the Songwriters Hall of Fame Master Sessions are designed to create. Thanks to <b>Park Avenue Management</b> for helping bring together the talent for this Master Session, and Sony Music Publishing’s Senior Manager, Creative A&R, <b>Simone Dixon</b> (SHOF NY Education Committee Director) for her indomitable spirit and guidance.</p>
