Janis Ian In 1966, at the age of 15, Janis Ian's career exploded with the release of her controversial tale of teenage interracial love, "Society's Child." The self-penned song topped the charts and created a storm of controversy that featured Ian on The Tonight Show and in Life, Time and Newsweek. Since then, she has released 18 albums, garnered Grammy nominations and awards, and been recorded by superstars. She has written music for films and television, and seen her album Night Rains become the #1 gold and platinum records in Australia, Holland, Africa, England, and a multitude of other countries. In the early 80's, Ian took time off to study acting with Stella Adler, also studying ballet with Dora Krannig of the Royal Ballet. In 2003, Ian added author to her long list of accomplishments with the publication of her first book project, an anthology titled Stars: Stories Based on the Lyrics of Janis Ian. In addition to writing, performing, and recording, Ian also runs The Pearl Foundation, an IRS-approved organization that raises funds for college scholarships. Ian's latest project before commencing her 2004 world tour is The Making of a CD, a real-time walk-through of the creative process that will be featured on her website in six installments. An unprecedented look into the world of recording. Janis Ian writes a monthly column for Performing Songwriter magazine, was monthly columnist for five years for The Advocate, is a regular lecturer (Master Classes) Berklee College, Boston, and a yearly lecturer (Art of Performing, Art of Songwriting, Master Class in Artistry) for same. She has guest lectured for Belmont University, Learning Annex Los Angeles & San Francisco, Virginia State Thespian Conference, and various other institutions and schools.

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