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Open Call for Artists - Arrival Gallery
October 1, 2026
Osaka, Japan
Contest
Arrival Gallery in Osaka, Japan, seeks artists for a curated exhibition. Open to international artists working in various visual disciplines. Selected artists receive exhibition space, exposure, and ongoing visibility. Application deadline is October 1, 2026.
One-Minute Clarinet Duos Opportunity - Vox Novus
October 1, 2026
New York City, New York United States
Other
Vox Novus seeks one-minute clarinet duos for international performances in 2027. Compose for two B-flat clarinets connecting Tokyo and NYC. Must be one minute long. Online submission with biography and program notes required. Works dedicated to Thomas Piercy. Selected pieces performed in NYC and Asia.
National Young Composers Challenge - Young Composers Challenge
October 1, 2026
Orlando, FL United States
Other
The National Young Composers Challenge is open to composers ages 13-18 in the US. Winners have their music performed by Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, cash prizes, and recordings. No fee. Submission deadline: October 1, 2026.
Printed Matter Publisher Work Grant - Printed Matter
October 9, 2026
Online
Grant
The Printed Matter Publisher Work Grant offers unrestricted funding to independent artists' book publishers. Three grants of $10,000 USD awarded. Application deadline: October 4, 2026.
Emerging Composers Workshop Series - Anika France
October 13, 2026
Online
Workshop
Six virtual classes for emerging Canadian composers covering various aspects of career development, creativity, and networking. Led by leading composers, conductors, and educators of Canada. Held from September to October 2026.
UAB BrassWorks - Call for Scores Contest
October 15, 2026
Birmingham, Alabama United States
Other
UAB BrassWorks call for scores for a brass trio with optional jazz piano. Composers of any age and nationality can submit works for possible performance at regional conferences. Submission deadline: October 15, 2026. Premiere performances targeted for spring 2027.
2027 Electronic Music Midwest Festival: Call for Submissions
October 20, 2026
Kansas City, Kansas United States
Other
The 2027 Electronic Music Midwest Festival is seeking submissions for its event at Kansas City Kansas Community College. Featuring guest performer Shiau-uen Ding, the festival is looking for compositions in various categories such as works for piano, live electronics, video, sound installations, and more. Applicants can submit one work for consideration with no submission fee. Selected composers must pay a $75 registration fee and attend the festival. Travel stipends are not provided, but registration waivers are available for those with financial hardship.
25th Annual Downtown Urban Arts Festival (DUAF) Opportunity
October 26, 2026
New York, New York United States
Contest
DUAF seeks theatrical works for 25th Annual season in NYC with diverse voices. No fees, stipends, mentoring, awards, and more. Submission requirements and categories specified.
Choral Composition Competition - West London Chamber Choir
October 26, 2026
London, UK
Contest
West London Chamber Choir is hosting a Choral Composition Competition for composers to set one of three texts and create a choral piece. The winning entry will receive a prize of £1,000. Deadline for entries is 26 October 2026, with selected works to be performed at a concert in March 2027.
Composition Competition - Associazione Domenico Scarlatti
October 30, 2026
Naples, full_state_name, Italy
Contest
The Associazione Domenico Scarlatti is organizing the composition competition 'Notes from the Past, Sounds of the Future' for composers to reinterpret the 18th-century Neapolitan musical tradition. Winners receive commissions for original works. Collaboration with music institutions for performances. Check website for more info and how to apply.
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