The Adam Mickiewicz Institute once again invites young Polish composers to participate in a competition organized in cooperation with Gaudeamus Muziekweek as part of the "Polska Music" programme. The winner of the competition will have a unique opportunity to take part in the prestigious European festival focused on young composers, which will take place in autumn 2020.
The project is directed at composers with Polish citizenship, born after 1 January 1990. The prize for the selected composer is the commission from IAM for a chamber work for accordion, clarinet and electronics (Duo Roche & Zöllner) or for soprano, saxophone, clarinet and percussion (Ensemble VONK) or percussion instruments (Percussion Group The Hague); duration 7-10 minutes; based on a contract concluded between IAM and the composer; amount of remuneration PLN 4,000 gross. Gaudeamus will organize the rehearsals and workshops with the Duo Zöllner & Roche or Ensemble Vonk or Percussion Group The Hague. IAM will cover travel costs in Europe and accommodation in the Netherlands for the time of rehearsals and workshops as well as the festival.
In order to participate in the project, you should send an electronic submission containing recordings of your own work(s) (in mp3 format) and a short written statement explaining your interest in working with Gaudeamus Muziekweek and Duo Zöllner & Roche or Ensemble Vonk or Percussion Group The Hague.
The application deadline is 23.59 on 1 May 2020. Applications should be sent to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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