Deadline 22 March 2026

Dimensions of Current Compositional Practice (2) explores how, over the past 125 years, contemporary composition has developed a sustained and intense theoretical reflection. Through a dialogue between composers and musicologists, the project focuses on four key concepts — notation, time, nature and voice — and on their different interpretations throughout the twentieth century and into the new millennium.

The seminar is led by two internationally renowned composers, Georg Friedrich Haas and Liza Lim, alongside two prominent musicologists, Ingrid Pustijanac and Nikolaus Urbanek. It will conclude with a concert at the ‘Lo Squero’ Auditorium featuring works by Haas and Lim.

The seminar will be held in English.

The call is aimed at composers with theoretical interests and musicologists researching 20th- and 21st-century music, with particular attention to candidates in the early stages of their careers. The committee will also consider the international composition of the group and gender balance.

Six composers and six musicologists will be selected with scholarships. Applications must be sent by email to [email protected] by 22 March 2026.
For detailed requirements and selection criteria, please refer to the attached call document.