Atlantic Music Festival | Composition Program - Summer Intensive for Composers

Premiere Performance

Each composer will write a piece for the festival, with the opportunity to have it premiered during a dedicated new music concert. An archival recording of the performance will be provided at the conclusion, allowing you to share your music with the world.

Contemporary Ensemble during a rehearsal

Dive into Cutting-Edge Technology

Participate in the MUGIC™ Lab course and explore Programming for Musicians, MaxMSP Bootcamp, Motion Sensor, and electronic music seminars. The program, which began as an official collaboration with IRCAM, has developed into a unique opportunity to delve deep into the latest technology in computer music. The program is available during Session 1.

Screen Scoring

Led by the NYU Screen Scoring program faculty members, the program is available during Session 2 as an intensive course designed to provide an immersion into the fundamental concepts of scoring for the motion picture. Learn key concepts, including compositional process, orchestration using virtual and acoustical instruments, editing and mastering, and the screen scoring industry.

Reach new heights in the company of extraordinary musicians.

SEASON OVERVIEW

The AMF Composition Program is a six-week intensive summer program that provides a unique and immersive experience for composers. Participants will have access to individual lessons, daily seminars, and masterclasses throughout the program, in addition to the opportunity to write a work to be premiered by a resident ensemble. Additionally, the program offers the benefit of participating in the MUGIC™ Lab (Session 1) and Screen Scoring (Session 2) courses, as well as the AMF Orchestra Reading (Full-Session) program. With over 40 composers participating in the program, the festival provides an invaluable opportunity to gain exposure and inspiration within the classical music community.

HOW TO APPLY

We are currently accepting applications.

Before starting your application, we encourage you to review the important details on the Fees, Dates, and Deadlines page. Once you have reviewed this information, you can begin your application by visiting our online application page.

Audition Requirements

Recommendations are optional.

Submit 1-3 representative scores and accompanying recordings (if available).