The Boston Choral Ensemble Commission Competition 2009
Overview

Links

Overview
Complete Rules, 2009
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Application, 2009 [PDF]
Poster, 2009 [PDF]

Jury, 2008
Past Winners

The Boston Choral Ensemble proudly announces its 2nd Annual Commission Competition. In Fall 2009, our Competition Jury will select a composer based on a portfolio of three representative works and a new work proposal. The selected composer will be commissioned to write a piece for live recording and two performances during our Spring 2009 concert concluding our 8th season. The winner will also receive a US$1,300 cash prize.

Rules for the competition are listed here but the following key points are provided to summarize the information for applicants:

Application Deadline Application packets must be postmarked no later than Wednesday, September 24th, 2008.
Award One winner will be selected to receive the following:
  • $1,300 in US funds
  • Performance at two concerts
  • Recording of both live performances
  • Publicity related to the competition and concert
Eligible Applicants All applicants are accepted regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or veteran status
Required Items for Submission Only complete applications containing the following will be considered:
  • 3 representative choral works, at least one a cappella
  • A proposal for the new commission
  • $25 application fee
  • Application, proof of identity, short biography, and a works list
Mailing Address Send application packets to:
Commission Competition
The Boston Choral Ensemble
PO Box 101
Boston, MA 02117
Complete Rules Those interested are encouraged to read the complete competition rules before submitting their application.

Applicants with questions are encouraged to contact the competition coordinator at competition@BostonChoral.org.