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Proposals are welcome that feature composers currently residing in Utah and/or enrolled in a university in the state of Utah.
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The submissions deadline is Monday, September 25, 2017. Late submissions are considered on a case-by-case basis.
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Proposals must include a short description of the piece. This description should include, but not be limited to, instrumentation/number of performers, use of electronics, props, and other sound equipment beyond what is stated below.
a. Salty Cricket will provide stereo speakers and a sound system; the composer
is responsible for providing all other equipment.
b. Salty Cricket will not provide a piano. Quality keyboards provided by the
performer/composer are welcome.
4. Composer, or performer/s, submitting proposals assume all responsibility for any
fees associated with the performance i.e. performers. Salty Cricket will provide the
venue, recording and program printing fees.
5. If selected, composers must agree to the following to guarantee a performance.
a. Proof of commitment from performers.
b. Any and all intellectual property not held by the composer (texts, samples,
etc.) has been approved for use.
c. Selected composers shall attend the concert.
How to Submit:
1. Electronic Submissions Only: interested composers should apply to <<[email protected]>> by September 25th, 2017.
The application should include the following:
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A PDF copy of the proposal, score, with all requisite performance notes.
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(Optional) A recording, as an MP3 or online link. MIDI mockups and rough reading sessions are permissible; the quality of the recording will not be a factor in the score selection process.
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Work details, including title, duration, instrumentation (indicating all doublings), and any necessary equipment; as well as performance and publication history.
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Short (100–150 words each) program notes and composer bio, acceptable for printed programs.
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Contact information, including full name, phone number, email, and physical address.