"Competition is for horses, not artists." Béla Bartók, Saturday Review, August 25, 1962

Composer Opportunities

This listing will include only opportunities offered through WAC or opportunities with a Wisconsin or regional focus. For a more comprehensive list, see The Composer's Site.

WAC 2026-27 Student Composition Contest

Deadline: November 2, 2026 receipt (posted 2026-05-29)

The Wisconsin Alliance for Composers (WAC) is accepting submissions for its 2027 Student Composition Contest. Prizes include cash awards and live performances at the WAC New Music Festival to be held at Lawrence University on Sunday, April 4th 2027.

WAC 2027 New Music Festival

Deadline: November 2, 2026 receipt (posted 2026-05-29)

The Wisconsin Alliance for Composers (WAC) is accepting submissions for its 2027 New Music Festival to be held at Lawrence University on Sunday, April 4^th, 2027.

WSMA Student Composition Project

Annual

WSMA sponsors an annual Student Composition Project which invites submissions of original compositions from Wisconsin middle school and high school students. Watch WSMA's site for details on upcoming deadlines.

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