HCMF// shorts seeks performers/composers
| HCMF// shorts seeks performers/composers | |
| Summary: | Festival Call for Scores |
| Deadline: | 30 May 2016 |
| Date Posted: | 18 May 2016 |
| Details: |
hcmf// shorts is a series of short informal performances, which this year will take place all day on Monday 21 November 2016 in various venues across Huddersfield. Taking place on Free Monday, hcmf// shorts enjoys being scheduled on the busiest day of the Festival with an average of 2000 visitors each year. The day provides emerging artists with a valuable platform to perform for members of the public, media and key music industry representatives within a programme of events also featuring established artists. hcmf// is currently developing the scheme for 2016 to extend our offer to shorts performers by providing mentoring and financial support. We will offer five successful applicants a grant to supplement travel and accommodation expenses. The financial support offered will be awarded on a case by case basis based on applicants’ costs. Proposals are welcomed from all types of performers, and works can be especially composed or existing pieces. There are no age limits. Proposed programmes should be no longer than 20 minutes in duration. hcmf// will provide: Music stands, chairs and microphones (on request) Piano (cannot be prepared) PA: 16 channel desk, 4 speakers, CD play back shorts-article How to apply: To apply for hcmf// shorts please download the application form from below or request one from the hcmf// office by calling +44 (0) 1484 471116 or e-mailing s.mcwatt@hud.ac.uk Post your completed application form along with a separate proposal (which should be no longer than one side of A4) and supporting audio material to: Sarah McWatt, hcmf// shorts, Room CAM 1/10, University of Huddersfield, Huddersfield, HD1 3DH, UK. Please only submit one proposal per ensemble / performer and ensure that any audio material is directly relevant to your proposal. Deadline for proposals: Monday 30 May, 5pm After you’ve submitted your proposal, a panel will select five performers/ensembles to take part in hcmf// shorts 2016. You will be notified by Friday 1 July if your proposal has been chosen to feature in hcmf// shorts. |
| Web Site: | hcmf.co.uk/hcmf-shorts-perform-uks-leading-festival-new-music/ |
