169206 Free Music Industry Contacts

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Contests & Awards

Misc Notes
Selected works will be performed by the L'Abri Trio.
General Notes

Must be a member of the Baltimore Composers Forum and resident of greater Baltimore/Washington D.C. region

schedule
Annually
deadline
September
Misc Notes
Residency for aspiring film, television, and video game composers. Awards $2,000 stipend for four to five weeks of intensive, in-studio mentorship with established composers in Los Angeles, and also offers the opportunity to consult with other distinguished leaders in the entertainment industry.
General Notes

At least 21 years old. Pursuing a career in TV, film, and/or video game composition. Must be a US Citizen or resident with a valid visa or green card, and eligible for employment during the residency period.

schedule
Annually
deadline
See website
Misc Notes
Prizes ranging from $500 to $5000 for instrumental, vocal, or electronic compositions.
General Notes

Must be a citizen of a country in the Western Hemisphere. Currently studying music, either in an educational institution or privately. Under the age of 28 as of time of submission. Has not won a BMI Student Composer Award more than two times (Honorable Me...

schedule
Annually
deadline
February
Misc Notes
The MidAmerican Center for Contemporary Music at BGSU calls for works to be performed on the 40th Annual Bowling Green New Music Festival. The festival will feature the music of guest composer Evan Ziporyn and others, performed by BGSU faculty, students and featured guest ensemble New Music Detroit. Composers are offered a $200 honorarium to offset travel costs to attend the festival.
General Notes

Composers of any age, nationality or institutional affiliation, except those currently enrolled at or employed by Bowling Green State University, are eligible to submit scores.

schedule
Annually
deadline
March
Misc Notes
The winning composer will receive a $12,000 commission to compose a major new work, performed by a consortium of musicians.
General Notes

Anyone.

schedule
Annually
deadline
June