David Grossman
| David Grossman | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1957 |
| 🏫 Education | Berklee College of Music (BA) Pepperdine University (MBA) |
| 💼 Occupation | Arts executive, music supervisor |
| 📆 Years active | 1970s–present |
| Known for | SVP of Television Music at Paramount Pictures; EVP of The Recording Academy |
| Title | Executive Director of the Santa Barbara Symphony (2011–2014) |
| 🏅 Awards | Berklee Distinguished Alumnus Award; ASCAP/BMI Awards |
David Grossman (born c. 1957) is an American music industry executive, author, and professional musician. He is best known for serving as the Senior Vice President of Television Music at Paramount Pictures for 17 years and as the Executive Vice President of The Recording Academy.[1][2]
Early life and education
Grossman was born in Rochester, New York.[3] He began his musical career at age 17 as a drummer for the international performing arts group Up with People.[4] He attended the Berklee College of Music, graduating in 1979 with a degree in music composition.[5] He later earned a Master of Business Administration from Pepperdine University.[2]
Career
Early career and Paramount Pictures
Grossman began his career as a professional studio musician in Los Angeles before transitioning to corporate management at Columbia Pictures Television in 1986.[6] He later joined Paramount Pictures Television Music, where he served as Senior Vice President for 17 years. In this role, he oversaw music production and licensing for television series including Star Trek: The Next Generation, Frasier, Cheers, and Entertainment Tonight.[2] During his tenure, productions under his supervision earned nine Emmy Awards and over 30 nominations.[7]
The Recording Academy and Symphony leadership
In 2006, Grossman was appointed Executive Vice President of The Recording Academy, reporting to President Neil Portnow.[7] He managed business development and artist relations for the organization until 2011, when he was named Executive Director of the Santa Barbara Symphony.[8] Under his leadership, the symphony achieved a four-star rating from Charity Navigator.[2] He resigned from the symphony in 2014.[9]
Later work and teaching
In 2016, Grossman was appointed Director of Community Engagement for the Santa Barbara Center for the Performing Arts.[1] He is a faculty member at Santa Barbara City College, where he teaches "The Business of Music."[10]
Publications
- You Can Make It In Music: Think Your Way To 140+ Music Careers (2024) ISBN 979-8218369064[10]
Awards and recognition
- Berklee Distinguished Alumnus Award: For outstanding musical achievement.[5]
- ASCAP/BMI Awards: Numerous awards for film and television music production.[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Cooper, Carrie (September 2, 2016). "Center for the Performing Arts Appoints David Grossman as Director of Community Engagement". Noozhawk. Retrieved 2026-01-10.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Schwyzer, Elizabeth (October 21, 2011). "Up Close with S.B. Symphony Exec David Grossman". The Santa Barbara Independent. Retrieved 2026-01-10.
- ↑ "About The Author". You Can Make It In Music. Retrieved 2026-01-10.
- ↑ Dinaberg, Leslie (June 6, 2011). "Noozhawk Talks: For David Grossman, Santa Barbara Symphony Sounds Right". Noozhawk. Retrieved 2026-01-10.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 "L.A. Newsbriefs". Berklee Today. 2011. Retrieved 2026-01-10.
- ↑ "Summer 1995 A Forum for Contemporary Music and Musicians" (PDF). Berklee Archives. p. 9. Retrieved 2026-01-10.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 "Recording Academy Names David Grossman EVP". CelebrityAccess. July 10, 2006. Retrieved 2026-01-10.
- ↑ Wass, Marjorie (April 25, 2011). "David Grossman Appointed Santa Barbara Symphony's New Executive Director". Noozhawk. Retrieved 2026-01-10.
- ↑ Swalley, Arthur (August 8, 2014). "Santa Barbara Symphony Executive Director David Grossman Resigns". Noozhawk. Retrieved 2026-01-10.
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 "SBCC New Class - Business of Music". SBCC Music. December 15, 2025. Retrieved 2026-01-10.
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