Composers of any age, nationality, and educational background may enter. Composers who identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or People of Color, as well as women and and gender non-binary composers, are strongly encouraged to apply.
Entries may be scored for one to five performers plus conductor. Performers shall be drawn from the core instrumentation of the ensemble Ninth Planet (one player each):
– flute/piccolo/alto flute/bass flute
– clarinet/bass clarinet
– trombone
– electric guitar
– piano
– violin
– cello
– double bass
Scoring may include one or two instruments not listed above, including voice(s) and electronics, but must include at least one member of the core instrumentation. There is no limit to piece length. Examples: a string quartet is eligible, as is a trio for flute, viola and harp. A duo for oboe and French horn is not eligible, nor is a work for voice and harpsichord.
Composers may submit more than one work.
Deadline 16 January 2022
Website ninthplanetmusic.org
