BBC National Orchestra of Wales is passionate about supporting and showcasing the work and talent of Composers across Wales. Composition: Wales offers the opportunity to a selection of composers to have their music workshopped, performed and recorded by BBC NOW at BBC Hoddinott Hall in Cardiff Bay.
These composers will receive expert feedback from professional musicians as well as mentoring by world class composers and conductors! This year the project will be led by Conductor Jac van Steen and Composer-in-Association Gavin Higgins.
These free workshops and culmination concert are run in association with Nimbus Lyrita Arts, Tŷ Cerdd, Composers of Wales, Vale of Glamorgan Festival and Welsh Music Guild. This project supports the development and exposure of Welsh, and Wales-based, compositional talent.
Dates
Workshop Days: Wednesday 11 & Thursday 12 February 2026
Rehearsals & Culmination Concert: Friday 13 February 2026
How do I apply?
Composers are invited to submit a score to be considered for Composition: Wales by Sunday 28 September 2025 by 23:00.
6 scores will be selected for the project and shortlisted candidates will be notified by Monday 20 October 2025.
Submissions are welcomed from composers who meet the following criteria:
- Born, living or studying in Wales
- Over 18
Guidelines, criteria and submission details can be found: HERE
If you have any difficulty with the link please contact rachel.naylor03@bbc.co.uk.
(Original: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/3Bw6NfzHN1rN1mSyDjj1WRQ/composition-wales)