Applicants to the composition program are strongly encouraged to attend the full six-week program. Preference may be given to six-week applicants. The Bowdoin International Music Festival’s composition program gives participants access to distinguished composers while affording each participant time to compose in a relaxed environment. The resident composers for 2012 are Derek Bermel (session 1)[…]
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In 1999, the National Arts Centre’s Music Director Pinchas Zukerman founded the Young Artists Programme (YAP) with just 10 students. Over the years, the programme has grown to include the Conductors Programme (CP) directed by Maestro Kenneth Kiesler and the Composers Programme (CMP) directed by NAC Award Composer, Gary Kulesha. Together, they make up what[…]
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The CASMI International Summer Program was conceived as an intensive study in composition in Prague, a city of unique musical history and architectural beauty. During their stay in Prague, the participants are encouraged to compose a piece, review their compositions, and discuss various aspects of the creative compositional process. Admission is open to persons currently[…]
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