NYBBGB Composition Competition
Young composers are invited to take part in The NYBBGB's Composition Competition. Open for entries from 8th August until 31st December 2022, the competition aims to encourage new talent, asking them to submit an unpublished five-minute work suitable for a brass band. Mark Bromley, CEO of The NYBBGB said, “A supply of good new music is critical to any ensemble so supporting contemporary composers, particularly young composers, is very important to us. We are looking for a piece that is innovative, reflects our commitment to inclusivity, and has broad brass band appeal.”
Director of Artistic Planning Dr Robert Childs added “This initiative is very exciting and I’m sure there will be lots of wonderful entries. My advice to composers is simple - work to the time limit and carefully read the guidance on our website. Good luck to all the entrants”. Six works will be selected from the entries by Dr. Robert Childs to go into the final round in January 2023. Joining Dr. Childs on the judging panel will be Sarah Ioannides, the Youth Band’s Guest Conductor for summer 2023, and renowned composer Dorothy Gates.
The winner of the competition will receive a £1,000 prize for their work, with their piece being performed by The NYBBGB under the baton of Sarah Ioannides next summer, together with an offer from Prima Vista Musikk to also publish the work. The runner up will receive £250.
Criteria for entry is outlined in the rules on The NYBBGB website, but it’s essential that participants are aged 20 to 30, that the five-minute piece has mass brass band appeal and is technically complex enough for the Youth Band, comprising the finest young brass and percussion players in the country, to perform.
More information and how to enter the competition can be found at www.nybbgb.org.uk/composers-competition-2022
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