Essentially Choral
CALL FOR SCORES
VocalEssence and the American Composers Forum (ACF)
announce a call for scores for the ninth annual Essentially Choral reading
session, a unique opportunity for
talented, emerging composers to write for voices and instruments. Through this program, Essentially
Choral seeks creative and innovative works in a wide range of styles and
provides a unique opportunity for talented, emerging composers to work with a
professional chorus.
Up to five composers from Minnesota and
the five boroughs of New York City will be selected to have
their works-in-progress read by the VocalEssence Ensemble Singers, a 32-voice
professional chorus directed by Philip Brunelle.
One of the selected composers may receive a $3,500 commission to write a new
work. The reading sessions will take place February 17-19, 2011 in
Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota.
Essentially Choral affirms the commitment of
VocalEssence and the American Composers Forum to the work of today’s composers
and the performance of their music. The program is generously supported by a
grant from the Jerome Foundation.
Deadline
Postmarked on or before Friday, October 22, 2010.
To Apply
For information on how to apply, please visit 2011 Essentially Choral Guidelines.
For more information about Essentially Choral, contact VocalEssence
Director of Community Engagement Kimberly Meisten (612-547-1456, kmeisten@vocalessence.org).
For questions regarding the application process, please contact Craig Carnahan, Vice President of Programs, American
Composers Forum (651-251-2833, ccarnahan@composersforum.org).
Composer Comments
“Essentially Choral was a true workshop experience—I
arrived with one piece and left with an even stronger one. Thanks for such a
generous program and for such warm hospitality in the Twin Cities!"
“Essentially Choral is an invaluable program for
emerging composers. It will no doubt help many composers break into the next
section of their careers.”
Singer Comments
“What a great opportunity for composers to witness
the rehearsal process of their creations!”
“Essentially Choral gives young and emerging
composers a chance to hear their compositions in a setting where work can be
made and performed in real-time.”
Sign up for our Email List
