Composition
2024 Program Dates
Sunday July 14 - Sunday, July 28, 2024
Applications accepted from advanced undergraduate students through post-graduates.
Application Deadline: March 1
program description
There are few places that are as idyllic as the Blue Ridge Mountains, where our composition students spend two weeks composing, working with esteemed faculty, and honing their craft.
Students will explore the intricacies of composing for film and string chamber ensembles, receiving world-premiere performances and recordings of works performed as part of the program.
studies include:
Composer work-shares with Daron Hagen and Gilda Lyons
Multiple classes including:
Working with a conductor
Writing for winds
Writing for strings
Writing for chorus
Cross-disciplinary workshops
Private instruction: Prior to the Festival, all composers will receive one private lesson each from Daron Hagen and Gilda Lyons on works and projects to be featured at the Festival
A world premiere performance of an instrumental miniature for solo instrument (to be assigned)
A world premiere performance for a professional chamber ensemble, conducted by Artistic Director Erin Freeman
World premieres of 1-2 mixed chamber ensemble(s) (to be assigned); ensembles will include 2-5 student platers and vocal soloist
Participate in the guided creation of a collaborative, flexible, and cross-disciplinary project that defines the future of our industry
Creation of a professional portfolio
Opportunities to meet and engage with Wintergreen Music donors and supporters
Time and space for student-led projects with guidance from faculty
Custom workshops crafted by incoming students
Highlights include:
Time to compose in the inspiring setting of the Blue Ridge Mountains
Free access to nearly all Wintergreen Music Festival performances (a $900 value)
Beautiful hiking trails, breathtaking overlooks, and free access to the Wintergreen Resort Fitness and Aquatics center
APPLICATION DEADLINES & INFORMATION
Deadlines
March 1: Application Deadline ($65 fee)
Acceptances
Decisions regarding admission will be published by March 15 via email from the Acceptd application portal.
Application requirements
A 500-word maximum narrative biography OR a letter of interest
Current resume, including a list of compositions
PDFs of three (3) scores
Mp3 or midi recording of at least two (2) scores submitted
Contact information for one reference
Video recording of yourself describing a meaningful leadership experience and why it impacted you. 2 minutes or less.
Visit https://app.getacceptd.com/wintergreen for more details.
FEES
Application:
$65 on or before March 1
Tuition:
$200 non-refundable deposit (Tuition is FREE!) This fee helps to cover admission to the aquatics center, admission to all Festival events, a Festival t-shirt, transportation from and to the Charlottesville airport, train station, or bus terminal, a meal at a local restaurant and a handful of pizza nights.
Room & Board:
Students will be responsible for securing their own housing accommodations and food for the duration of the program. A list of local AirB&B and VRBO will be provided upon acceptance and transportation to local grocery stores will be provide
Please visit our Applications and Fees page for more information.
Financial Need
Other than the $200 non-refundable deposit, tuition is free for students! If you need additional assistance to help cover the cost of housing, please contact Education Coordinator, Brenna Wiinanen, to request more information.
Contact
For questions or more information, please contact Education Coordinator Brenna Wiinanen (education@wintergreenmusic.org).