This composition competition is open to all composers,
regardless of age, nationality or institutional affiliation.
For consideration, the following materials must be postmarked by November 10, 2007:
Scores (a maximum of two works; two copies of each submission) professional quality score(s), meeting guidelines noted below:
- Name of composer (anonymous entry NOT necessary)
- Maximum instrumentation:
2 flutes (piccolo double)
1 oboe (English Horn double)
2 clarinet (e-flat, bass double)
1 bassoon
2 horn
1 trumpet
2 trombone (including bass)
2 percussion (including timpani)
piano
4 vln I
4 vln II
2 vla
3 vc
2 bass - Works with electronics/computer will be considered
- work with Harp will not be considered
- Works including soloists will not be considered
- Maximum duration of twelve (12) minutes
- Difficulty level suitable for advanced university orchestra
Information sheet with:
- Composer’s name, address, telephone number, e-mail address
- One paragraph bio, one paragraph program note
- Title of submitted composition(s), list of instrumentation, duration of composition, date of completion, and performance history (if applicable)
If available, a recording of the submitted work(s) may be included. Recordings are helpful, but are not necessary.
For EACH ENTRY, an application fee of $10 US in the form of a check payable to East Carolina University, with NewMusic@ECU noted in the memo.
Self-addressed stamped envelope if you wish your materials to be returned.
Members of The East Carolina University Orchestra, Jorge Richter, Director, will prepare and perform the single winning work on Sunday, March 2, 2008, at the closing concert of the 2008 NewMusic@ECU Festival, on the East Carolina University campus in Greenville, NC.
Parts for the winning work must be received by January 8, 2008.
The composer of the winning work must be available to attend the festival. Every attempt will be made by the festival staff to provide accommodations for visitors. The composer of the winning work may also be asked to conduct a seminar, introducing their work to students and other festival attendants.
The composer of the selected score will be notified by December 15, 2007.
Parts for the winning work must be received by January 8, 2008.
Address all submissions to:
Edward Jacobs, Director, NewMusic@ECU Festival
302 Fletcher Music Center
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC 27858
E-mail: jacobse@ecu.edu
