The Australian Haydn Ensemble’s Illuminated NOW! Emerging Composers program gives Australian composers the chance to work alongside AHE’s specialist players and learn more about how to write for period instruments in a modern context. You do not have to be a classically oriented musician or composer to participate.
This exciting initiative is designed to nurture the next generation of Australian composers while fostering a deeper understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities of composing for period instruments.
One of the highlights of Illuminated NOW! is the potential for composers’ works to be performed by the AHE in their professional concert series. Works from the program may also be performed as part of future AHE Alchemy Emerging Artist Programs, offering composers a platform to have their music heard by a wider audience.
Applications now open (closes on 18 March)
Criteria Open to advanced composition students who are Australian citizens or permanent residents. Australian composers residing overseas are also welcome to apply.
- Experience: Applicants should have advanced compositional skills. Prior experience with writing for period instruments is not required. The project aims to deepen and enhance emerging composers’ knowledge of how to write for period instruments.
- The program is suitable for composers in early to mid stages of establishing their professional careers.
- All types of music backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
For more information, criteria and application form go to : https://www.australianhaydn.com.au/illuminatated-now-2025
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