Call for Compositions
1st Annual Quey Percussion Duo Composition Contest
[b]PURPOSE[/b]
To encourage the composition of new works for percussion duo
[b]PRIZE[/b]
1st Place Winner
$500
Publication by HoneyRock Publishing
Premiere of the work by Quey Percussion Duo in Spring 2006
2nd Place Winner
$250
Premiere of the work by Quey Percussion Duo in Spring 2006
COMPOSITION REQUIREMENTS
– 5-10 minute original work for percussion duo
– Small to medium percussion set-up with or without keyboard instruments (Multiple-Percussion Duo) OR any combination of a mallet duo (Marimba Duo, Marimba/Vibraphone, etc?)
– Difficulty of the composition is left to the composer, however realistic performance demands should be considered
– Previously commissioned or published works may not be submitted
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
– 3 copies of the work must be submitted with the composer?s name on the score
– If the score is not computer generated the manuscript must be clearly notated
– 1 CD or cassette of midi performance is not required, but is preferable
[b]DEADLINE[/b]
All materials must be postmarked by October 1st, 2005 and sent to:
Quey Percussion Duo
374 Fountain Street
New Haven, CT 06515
For further information email: queypercussion@hotmail.com
For information on the Quey Percussion Duo, visit their website at www.queypercussion.com
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Name of Composition____________________________________________________________________
Duration____________________Composer__________________________________________________
Address_______________________________________________________________________________
Phone________________________ Email___________________________________________________
I hereby signify that the enclosed composition is original and has not been previously commissioned or published in any format. I certify that if my composition receives 1st or 2nd prize it will be a direct commission by the Quey Percussion Duo.
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