Impulse New Music Festival 2026 – Composition Summer Program

Impulse New Music Festival 2026 – Composition Summer Program

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mpulse New Music Festival (INMF)

Program Overview

A summer composition program for collegiate to early-career composers. Selected participants compose a new work for a Festival Chamber Trio or the ensemble-in-residence, Brightwork (Pierrot ensemble + percussion), culminating in a world premiere at the 2026 festival concert. A non-composing Study Program option is also available.

Festival Format & Dates

• Online sessions: July 1–10, 2026

• In-person residency: August 4–8, 2026

• Location: The Colburn School Conservatory of Music, Los Angeles, USA

• On-campus housing available

Program Components

• Private lessons with composition faculty

• Collaboration with professional musicians

• Premieres with high-quality audio and video recordings

• Masterclasses, workshops, and evening lectures

• Composer Bootcamp

• Conducting for Composers workshop

• Talks on grant writing, commissions, and career development

Tuition

• Full Summer Program: $2,450

• Study Program: $950

• Limited scholarships available

Eligibility

• 18 years of age or older

• Must be able to legally travel to and participate in live events in the United States starting August 2026

Application Deadline

• March 1, 2026

Application Fee

• Free ($0)

Application Materials

• Two work samples

• Personal statement

Recording Rights

• Composers may use provided audio/video recordings for personal websites, portfolios, and academic or professional applications

• Commercial release or monetization is not permitted without written consent from INMF

Official Websitehttps://www.impulsenewmusicfestival.com