Young Composers' Competition
As demonstrated by Symphony in C’s mission, the Symphony has a strong commitment to fostering the careers of young musicians and composers. Each season Symphony in C offers composers the opportunity to submit an original composition for consideration by the Symphony’s artistic staff. Following are the rules and eligibility, application procedures and the winning prize. Also see past winners of the competition and their winning compositions.
PRIZE INCLUDES:
- Performance of the winning work by Symphony in C, conducted by Maestro Rossen Milanov, on February 6, 2010 concert.
- Professional archival recording of the performance.
- Round-trip domestic airfare and lodging to attend rehearsals and concert.
- Winning work to be considered by Theodore Presser Company for inclusion in its rental library.
RULES AND ELIGIBILITY:
- Only composers born after December 13, 1978 may apply.
- Works with a performance history are eligible.
- Instrumentation may not exceed 3-3-3-3 (incl. standard doublings), 4-3-3-1, Timp., 3 Perc., 1 Keyboard, Harp, Strings. Works with soloists are not eligible. Frequently asked questions about instrumentation details are answered at here.(SCG: Link to FAQs)
- Only US citizens, permanent residents, and current foreign students at American schools may apply.
- Duration should be between 8 and 15 minutes.
- The winning composer must provide 3 full scores and a full set of parts, with a sufficient string count.
- The winning composer may be asked to participate in educational outreach programs during the week of rehearsals.
- Scores must be of legibility suitable for efficient rehearsal and performance. Parts must be carefully proofread, and of a legibility suitable for efficient rehearsal and performance, with good page turns, and ample rehearsal numbers and cues. We recommend that all entrants consult our guidelines for preparing score and parts. You can click here to download a copy in pdf format.
HOW TO APPLY:
- Send all materials to Symphony in C, Young Composers’ Competition, One Market Street, Suite 1C, Camden, NJ 08102. Packages must be postmarked by September 15, 2008.
- Submit 2 copies of the full score and 1 copy of a sample instrumental part. Only one work may be submitted by each composer.
- A stamped, addressed return envelope with sufficient size and postage must be enclosed for return of all materials. Submissions sent without a return envelope will not be considered.
- Two copies of a recorded performance or reading session, or a piano or midi demo tape may be included, but are not required. Recordings should be sent as an Audio CD or cassette tape.
- ***Each application must include a completed entry form - Click here to download the entry form.
- Supplementary bio materials (2 copies) may be enclosed but are not required.
- Previous winners are not eligible.
- Any questions about the application process should be directed to Daniel Dorff, Composer-in-Residence, at 610-306-9480, or Click here to contact Daniel Dorff.
- Please do not direct general inquiries to the orchestra’s office.
Click here to download a FAQ page.
PAST WINNERS:
2008-09: Clint Needham-Radiant Nation
2007-08: Zhou Tian- The Palace of Nine Perfections
- 2006-07: Takuma Itoh - Concerto for Orchestra
- 2005-06: Michael Djupstrom -Prelude to a Forgotten Opera
- 2004-05: Martin Kennedy - Oranges
- 2003-04: John Kaefer - Mosaic
- 2002-03: Anthony Cheung - Serendipitous Scenes
- 2001-02: David Laganella - Lamentoso
- 2000-01: Dan Coleman - The Voice of the Rain
- 1999-00: Carter Pann - Slalom
- 1998-99: Paul Yeon Lee - Silhouette
- 1997-98: Amy Scurria - Beyond All Walking
- 1996-97: Michael Karmon - And the Rhythm Is Just a Little Bit Off...
