Free Open Composition Studio – Biweekly Sessions
The Open Composition Studio is a biweekly online session dedicated to listening, discussion, and critical reflection on contemporary composition.
Every two weeks, I host a focused studio meeting where two composers present their work in front of a small audience. The goal is not evaluation or competition, but careful listening, clear feedback, and thoughtful exchange around compositional process, technique, form, and aesthetic decisions.
Format
Each session includes:
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One or two presenting composers
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Up to 5 observers
Sessions last between 80 and 90 minutes and take place online.
Each presenting composer shares a short excerpt (score or audio), followed by comments and discussion. Observers are welcome to listen and take part in the final conversation.
Who is it for
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Composition students (Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctoral level)
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Emerging composers
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Composers interested in contemporary practices and reflective discussion
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Observers who want to learn through listening and exchange
Participation
Participation is free, and places are limited.
Applications are handled on a first come, first served basis.
For each session:
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Presentation slots are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis among those who wish to present, subject to availability
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Additional interested composers may be considered for future sessions.
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The number of observers typically ranges between four and eight, depending on availability.
The working language is English.
If all participants in a given session are Spanish- or German-speaking, the session may be held in Spanish or German.
Schedule
Sessions take place every two weeks, on Mondays at 6:00 PM (Central European Time).
The first session took place on December 15.
The following sessions are currently scheduled for (Last updated on Jan 21):
March 16
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Presenters waitlist: 1 spots available
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Observers: fully booked
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Observer waitlist: 4 spots available
March 2
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Presenters waitlist: 1 spots available
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Observers: fully booked
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Observer waitlist: full
February 16
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Presenters waitlist: 2 spots available
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Observers: fully booked
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Observer waitlist: full
February 2
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Presenter waitlist: 1 spot available
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Observer waitlist: 1 spot available
January 19 (Fully Booked)
January 5 (Fully Booked)
December 15 (Fully Booked)
Registration is currently open only for these dates.
All applicants will be contacted by email with confirmation or scheduling information.
Additional sessions will be announced later.
Apply
To apply as a presenting composer or observer, please fill out the registration form below.