The Manhattan Choral Ensemble seeks proposals from composers living within 50 miles of New York City for a short work for SATB chorus that evokes life in New York City. There are no age restrictions for this call. 3 composers will be selected, receive a $750 cash prize, and have their works premiered at The DiMenna Center for Classical Music on Saturday, March 13, 2027 at 8pm. The composer of the “audience favorite” will receive an additional $250 at the concert. In person attendance of the premiere is required.

Submission Materials

• 2 work samples
• Resume/CV
• A textual description of the proposed piece of approximately 400 words
• A proposed text for the piece (if the proposed piece will have a text)