Madrigal Chorale Composition Competition

Contest Theme The Ancient Greeks identified four universal elements: earth, air, fire, and water. Throughout human existence, our connection to water is evident through its thematic pervasiveness in poetry, song, and visual art. This season, we explore water in its many forms: the way it inspires, sustains, and brings life. 


High School/College/University Division

Professional Composer Division

Composition Guidelines

Submission Guidelines

Evaluation

A panel of three (3) nationally recognized judges plus Madrigal Chorale’s Artistic Staff will review all submissions and select the winning composition(s).

Compositions will be evaluated based upon the following criteria:

The winning submissions and composer will be announced by email and social media platforms on Feb 1, 2024. If no entry is found to be suitable by the judging panel, Madrigal Chorale reserves the right to withhold awards in either division.


Copyrights

Madrigal Chorale shall retain unlimited performance and mechanical rights to performances and recordings made by Madrigal Chorale. The composer shall retain all other copy, performance, and mechanical rights to their works.


Awards


By accepting the cash award, the winner grants performance and recording rights to Madrigal Chorale. 


The winning compositions will be premiered and recorded by Madrigal Chorale at their May 2024 concert. Composers will be recognized at the premiere (if their attendance is possible) and provided with a copy of the recording.


This activity is supported by the MICHIGAN ARTS & CULTURE COUNCIL and the NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS.