The Bergen International Festival seeks young composers

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Are you a composer aged between 20 and 35? If so, you could have your work performed at the Bergen International Festival 2025!

The application form is now closed. The deadline was 10 November 2024. Questions? Please contact project coordinator Maria Eikefet.

Through the Bergen Festival Academy (FAB), the Bergen International Festival aims to provide a platform for emerging young musicians and composers, creating a meeting place where they can inspire each other. 

During the festival period from 21 May to 4 June, there will be a dedicated FAB programme featuring masterclasses, mentoring, concerts, performances, open rehearsals, meetings with festival artists, and social events. 

The Bergen Festival Academy is looking for composers aged 20–35 for the 2025 programme. Selected composers will have their works performed at the festival and will receive mentorship and workshops with musicians in early spring 2025. 

There are no fees for the selected composers, and the Bergen International Festival will cover travel and accommodation. 

Who can apply?

Composers aged 20 to 35 

Application must include: 

  • CV 

  • Audio, video, or score of your works 

Application deadline: 10 November, 2024 

Questions? Please contact project coordinator Maria Eikefet at mariae@fib.no / +47 909 57 605. 

Above: Martha-Pil Neumer participates in Klassisk Link in 2024. Photo: Synne Sofi Bårdsdatter Bønes 

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