ACO CoLABoratory Application

CoLABoratory Application

Thank you for your interest in CoLABoratory! For questions about this application or the program, please contact LaRob K. Rafael: larob@americancomposers.org
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The following demographic questions are optional for general applicants and will not be used in the evaluation process for CoLABoratory; we collect this information for program documentation purposes and to align with third party criteria for future opportunities connected with CoLABoratory Residencies.
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Are you currently enrolled, or do you plan to enroll in a full-time degree program within the next year?*

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CoLABoratory is designed to help artists and orchestras explore points of inquiry that lead to new orchestral possibilities.

In this call for ideas we're assessing: 1.) Artistic vision with the potential to expand orchestral possibilities and cultural impact 2.) Quality of work samples in any form that best represents your artistic practice and demonstrates a connection to your proposed idea 3.) Potential for artistic inquiry and experimentation during workshops
In your own words, describe your artistic practice and your current career stage. *

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Please describe the project or artistic idea that you would most hope to explore during this residency.*

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What are three (3) inquiry questions that you would like to explore during orchestral workshops?
How will this collaboration open new avenues for your continued work and for the future of symphonic orchestral music as an art form?*
Why is this work important for you to create at this time? Feel free to share any information you would like us to know - themes explored, inspiration for the idea, how it builds upon your existing work. *

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Beyond ACO's standard instrumentation (20 strings [6.5.4.3.2]; double winds; 2 horns, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, 1 tuba; timpani+2 percussion; harp, piano/keyboard) what instruments, soloists, collaborators, or technologies would your culminating composition require? If none, please type "none."*
Please note any orchestras/ensembles/collaborative partners you have connected with in your practice that may be an additional fit for this work's development or repeat performance. Additionally, list any of your works that have been performed by a professional orchestra (of 30 players or more) and include title of work, the orchestra(s), and dates of performance(s) If none, please type "none."*
Are there any ideal orchestras/ensembles/collaborative partners that you would imagine working with in this process? In none, please type "none". *
Please upload up to 3 work samples that best illustrate your artistic practice, and best align with your proposed project idea and the inquiry questions described above. Sound files must be submitted as external links embedded within a PDF. Use the description fields below to share any details on how these samples relate to your artistic practice or project idea.*

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If chosen, are there any barriers to your participation that haven't been addressed here?
How did you hear about this program (please check all that apply)?*

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By checking below, you certify that this application (and supporting materials) are complete, accurate, and in compliance with submission guidelines. By checking below, you also certify that the submitted score(s) is an original composition(s) by the applicant.*

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CoLABoratory Application

CoLABoratory is designed to help artists and orchestras explore points of inquiry that lead to new orchestral possibilities.