Composition Program

June 24 - August 5, 2017 (6-week program)

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No longer accepting Composition Program applications. Please check back in November for next season’s application.

Instruments used in this program:

Composition

The Composition Program gives participants access to distinguished composers, concerts, and masterclasses while affording each participant time to compose in a relaxed environment. The composer-in-residence for 2017 is Derek Bermel. Guest composers will also visit the Festival during each session.

Participants work with Mr. Bermel and guest composers Jennifer Higdon, Andrew Norman, and Andreia Pinto-Correia in both group and individual settings. The program culminates in a performance of at least one work by each participant. The Festival will assist in assembling colleagues from within the Festival to perform a selected work in the Artists of Tomorrow concert series.

Composition alumni are represented throughout the world and include Sebastian Currier, Vivian Fung, Sean Friar, Derek Bermel, and many others.

Our composition program allows for ample creative time. Participants often write new compositions during the Festival and arrange to have them performed while here.

Offered as part of Festival Insights, “The Music of” series presents opportunities to learn about and experience the creative process of working composer. These distinguished artists will discuss aspects of their music and inspirations for 90 minutes and then accept questions from the audience.

Festival attendance gives participants an unprecedented opportunity to advance their skills through the following opportunities:

Private Lessons
Studio Classes
Masterclasses and Festival Insights
Chamber Ensemble Coaching and Rehearsal
Gamper Festival of Contemporary Music
Performances of Compositions as part of Young Artist Concerts and Community Concerts
Tickets to all events
Digital Recording Access to Performances
Time to Compose

application requirements

Scores and Recordings

Two different, original scores in PDF format labeled with your name, and recordings of each of the scores. MIDI realizations are acceptable. Accepted file types: aac, aiff, m4a, mp3, wav, wma, avi, m4v, mov, mp4, mpeg, mpg, vob, wmv, mkv.

Resident Assistant

If you would like to be considered for a resident assistant (RA) position, you must submit a cover letter and resume demonstrating related leadership experience.

Letter of Recommendation

You will need to provide your recommenders email address. Please tell them to expect an email from Decision Desk requesting an electronic submission of your recommendation.

Financial Assistance

If you would like to be considered for financial assistance from the Festival, you must complete the financial assistance section of the application.

Application Fee

Non-refundable application fee in U.S. dollars.

$125 on or before 11:59 pm EST on January 22, 2017
$150 after 11:59 pm EST on January 22, 2017