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| How to Commission a New Work Adding musical works to the choral repertory is an exciting activity for any organization. The creation of new music is vital to the continuing evolution of musical style and content. The process of commissioning a new work can be intimidating, but perhaps the following guidelines will be useful in getting a better idea of what's involved in the process. |
- Consider length of work, accompaniment, difficulty level, possible part division, date needed for first
rehearsal, inscription on title page, and general mood (celebratory, etc.)
- Contact the composer.
- Confirm aspects of the contract, including information discussed with the composer relative to length,
due date, accompaniment, fee, and so on.
- The cost is based on length of work and instrumentation (unaccompanied, piano,
brass/percussion/organ, orchestra, etc.). Every project is different...each project is given a custom quote
according to individual contract.
- The commissioning fee is normally paid at the project's completion, except in the case of a larger
work where a portion of the fee is paid on deposit.
- The time period for completion of a shorter work is typically about 3-6 months. Quotes for completion
date for larger works are available on a custom basis, depending largely on schedule and other
obligations. Rush projects are normally available...just ask if you're in a pinch.
- Commissioning fees vary, but a general guide is $1000 for shorter works (unaccompanied or with
piano accompaniment), and higher amounts for longer works or works with brass, strings, or other
accompaniment
rehearsal, inscription on title page, and general mood (celebratory, etc.)
- Contact the composer.
- Confirm aspects of the contract, including information discussed with the composer relative to length,
due date, accompaniment, fee, and so on.
- The cost is based on length of work and instrumentation (unaccompanied, piano,
brass/percussion/organ, orchestra, etc.). Every project is different...each project is given a custom quote
according to individual contract.
- The commissioning fee is normally paid at the project's completion, except in the case of a larger
work where a portion of the fee is paid on deposit.
- The time period for completion of a shorter work is typically about 3-6 months. Quotes for completion
date for larger works are available on a custom basis, depending largely on schedule and other
obligations. Rush projects are normally available...just ask if you're in a pinch.
- Commissioning fees vary, but a general guide is $1000 for shorter works (unaccompanied or with
piano accompaniment), and higher amounts for longer works or works with brass, strings, or other
accompaniment
| Successful past commissions include: And I Saw a New Heaven - William Baker Choral Foundation Gloria - Cappella Cantorum Te Deum - William Baker Choral Foundation Ubi Caritas - Indiana State University Concert Choir Rejoice! Our Saviour Is Born - Cappella Cantorum Amens and Hallelujahs - Grace United Methodist Church To Imagination - William Baker Choral Foundation In Quiet Layers of Night - The University of Kansas and the William Baker Choral Foundation A Festival For Christmas - William Baker Choral Foundation |
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