From the Top Honored by 29th Annual Webby Awards

From the Top Honored For Podcast in the 29th Annual Webby Awards

We are pleased to announce that From the Top has been honored for its podcast in the 29th Annual Webby Awards. Hailed as the “Internet’s highest honor” by The New York Times, The Webby Awards, presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS), is the leading international awards organization honoring excellence on the Internet. IADAS, which nominates and selects The Webby Award Winners, is comprised of Internet industry experts including Amelia Dimoldenberg, Host & Producer of Chicken Shop Date and Founder of Dimz Inc; Todd Kaplan, Chief Marketing Officer at Kraft Heinz; Jaime Teevan, Chief Scientist at Microsoft; Stephan Pretorius, Chief Technology Officer, WPP; Marine Notté, Head of International TV at Hulu; Cara Cusumano, Festival Director of The Tribeca Film Festival; Deborah Archer, President & CEO of the ACLU; Jay Shetty, Host of On Purpose; Ahmir Thompson (Questlove), DJ and Producer; Gerald Youngblood, Chief Marketing Officer, Lenovo; Bob Carrigan, CEO of Audible; Kimberly E. Paige, EVP & CMO of BET; Katie Couric, Journalist; and Quinta Brunson, Writer, Director, and Actor.

From the Top’s podcast has been recognized in the category of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. This year, From the Top – America’s largest national platform celebrating young classical musicians – celebrates 25 years of mission-driven programming, creative collaborations, and increasing access to high-level music training. By creating a space where young artists can experiment, collaborate, and nurture their curiosity, From the Top helps the next generation of artists recognize their own potential as change-makers. Topics that matter most in the lives of talented young artists are at the center of From the Top programming. Recent programs have featured young musicians with disabilities and also explored topics such as environmental advocacy, living in rural America, the connections between neuroscience and music, and much more.

“Honorees like From the Top are leading the charge in pushing the boundaries of creativity and innovation online,” said Nick Borenstein, General Manager of The Webby Awards. “Being chosen from nearly 13,000 entries this year is a remarkable accomplishment and a true testament to their excellence.”

About From the Top

Now in its 25th year, From the Top is a creative learning lab for young classical musicians, ages 8-18, designed to fill in gaps in traditional music education. Each year, roughly 100 young artists are selected as Fellows, gaining access to professional recording sessions, financial awards, and a network of industry professionals with a genuine desire to empower young musicians. Fellows learn about community engagement, media skills, and storytelling while leading projects on issues that matter to them – such as advocating for musicians with disabilities, exploring music’s role in climate change, and addressing the challenges of serious music study in rural areas. By creating a space where young artists can experiment, collaborate, and nurture their curiosity, From the Top allows Fellows to build agency and confidence. With a growing cohort of nearly 3,000 diverse alumni, From the Top is helping the next generation of artists recognize their own potential as change-makers. Performances on From the Top’s flagship radio program reach 350,000 weekly listeners across nearly 200 public radio stations, and millions more online, inspiring audiences nationwide with their talent and advocacy.

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About The Webby Awards:

Hailed as the “Internet’s highest honor” by The New York Times, The Webby Awards is the leading international awards organization honoring excellence on the Internet, including Websites and Mobile Sites; Video & Film; Advertising, Media & PR; Apps & Software; Social; Podcasts; AI, Immersive & Games; and Creators. Established in 1996, The Webby Awards received nearly 13,000 entries from all 50 states and over 70 countries worldwide last year. The Webby Awards are presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS). Sponsors and partners of The Webby Awards include Adobe, WP Engine, LinkedIn, Verizon, Meltwater, KPMG, NAACP, Vox Media, The Wall Street Journal, Deadline, AdAge, TechCrunch, The Hollywood Reporter, Film Independent, The Hustle, Series Mania, VidCon, The Podcast Show, Passionfruit, Embedded, Morning Brew, Creator Economy NYC, Creator Spotlight, AIGA, and The Publish Press.

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