Composer opportunity directory
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Open calls
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NEIGHBORHOOD MUSIC SCHOOL presents The Renée B. Fisher Competition COMPOSER AWARDS Established 1987 The Renée B. Fisher Foundation and the Neighborhood Music School announce a call for scores for new piano works to be premiered in each division at its 2028 and 2029 piano competitions. The submission
Concert Bells of Fort Worth, under the direction of Yale alumni Stephanie Rhoades, is calling for submissions for their first ever composition contest. The top prize is $1500 and there is no entry fee. Applicants should submit a work of 3-6 minutes for 5-7 octaves of handbells, plus any listed auxil
Founded to support the long-term artistic and professional development of young musicians, the Concert Star International Classical Music Competition has become an international platform connecting emerging artists with leading educators and performance opportunities. The 3rd edition welcomes partic
34th Corciano International Competition for Original Wind Band Composition – 2027 Edition The competition is organized in Corciano (Perugia, Umbria, Italy) by the Pro Loco Corcianese, in collaboration with the Municipality of Corciano and with the support of the Umbria Region, in partnership with th
The IX International Competition of Composition for Marches “CITTA’ DI ALLUMIERE” is promoted by the association “Amici della Musica” in collaboration with the MUNICIPALTY of ALLUMIERE and the SCOMEGNA Edizioni Musicali,with the sponsorship of FONDAZIONE Ca.Ri.Civ.,of REGIONE LAZIO and the patronage
This prestigious award of ÂŁ3500, generously sponsored by Neil Lawson-May is now in its 7th year and attracts a large number of entries from all over the world.There is also a special ÂŁ500 Solent Music Festival Prize. The award is open to composers of all ages and nationalities.The work must be a set
World Piano Day 2027 – International Composition Award Are you ready to bring your musical vision to life on an international stage? The fourth edition of the World Piano Day Composition Competition invites composers from around the world to take part in an inspiring creative challenge for piano,
The enduring legacy of one of America's most decorated composers has been the basis for launching the Marvin Hamlisch International Music Awards since 2019, aimed at recognizing and enabling the next generation of diverse music composition talent. The previous international awards ceremonies were a
Located in Arcadia, California, Our Savior Lutheran Church (OSLC) seeks works of serious artistic ambition for SATB saxophone quartet. Submit your anonymized scores and MIDI or MP3 renders by April 1, 2027, for a chance to win cash prizes and a featured public performance by the Gold Line Quartet in
The prize is $1000 USD and World Premiere at the 2028 Triennial Conference of Delta Omicron International Music Fraternity. This competition is open to all composers 18 or older, regardless of any music fraternity affiliation. To be eligible, the composition shall NOT have been previously commission
Past listings
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20th Fidelio International Online Piano Composition Contest 2026 Piano competition divided into two categories. You can participate from the comfort of your home. Competition Details: . Categories: Tonal (any style) and Atonal (Contemporary style) . Máximum Duration: 5 minutes 30 seconds per piece .
"Eurochestries International Composition Competition for Young Symphony Orchestra"While this is the first edition of the composition competition itself, Eurochestries has been organising international youth orchestra festivals and cultural exchanges for many years, bringing together young musicians
Are you ready to elevate your musical journey?Step into the spotlight with the M.T.A - Music Talent Award, a prestigious online competition welcoming musicians of all ages and disciplines from around the world. Whether you play an instrument, sing, compose, conduct, create music videos, or write abo
The Bartók World Competition 2026 is open for applications. We invite composers under 40 to submit original string quartet works (6–8 minutes) inspired by the spirit of Béla Bartók. The award-winning works will be premiered at a Gala Concert on 29 November 2026 in the Solti Hall of the Liszt Academy
The members of the San Francisco Bay Area chapter of the National Association of Composers, USA are excited to invite submissions for our 2026 Young Composers Competition, in honor of composer and NACUSAsf founder Nancy Bloomer Deussen. The competition is open to composers attending grades 7-12 a
Announcing the 11th Annual SJO George Duke Commissioning Prize. The $5,000 prize is open to all composers, with a submission deadline of Aug. 15th. The newly commissioned work will be premiered by the SJO and entered into the SJO’s catalog of symphonic jazz commissions. Winner will also receive a on
The Newline Music Initiative 2026 Saxophone Quartet Composition Competition invites composers from around the world to submit original works for saxophone quartet.The competition is dedicated to discovering and recognizing distinctive new music for the saxophone quartet while encouraging composers t
Chicago a cappella seeks submissions for HerVoice, a competition and mentorship program for women composers. A partnership the Santa Fe Desert Chorale, this opportunity is open to composers of all ages who self-identify as female, from anywhere in the world. It is intended to promote the work of pro
Musiqa is accepting applications for their Emerging Composer Commission Program. Musiqa’s Emerging Composer Commission program identifies promising artistic talent and provides performance opportunities with an innovative, contemporary music chamber ensemble. The selected composer will receive: A co
Reflecting Forwards6 November – 9 November 2025University of Greenwich Concerts / Performances / Screenings / Talks / Workshops / Installations We seek submissions that explore the diverse areas of sound / image practice and actively encourage applications from candidates of all ethnicities, backgro