Affiliate Composer Application

TORONTO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Peter Oundjian, Music Director
Affiliate Composer position

THE APPLICATION DEADLINE HAS PASSED

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

The Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO) is inviting applications for the position of Affiliate Composer, to begin during the 2012-13 season. The Affiliate Composer will work closely with Music Director Peter Oundjian, TSO Composer Advisor Gary Kulesha, the artistic staff and the musicians of the TSO. This two-year position includes opportunities to write works for the full orchestra, to interact with international visiting composers and to participate in the TSO’s extensive education programmes. Critical training in programme planning, orchestra operations, marketing, public relations, education and development activities will be provided to the Affiliate Composer to enhance understanding of a professional orchestra. The Affiliate Composer will also have a role in promoting and representing the work of the TSO. In addition to involvement in the New Creations Festival, the Affiliate Composer will also have a role in promoting and advocating for the creation and performance of Canadian and contemporary music. While no age requirement is mandated, it is expected that this position will be filled by a emerging composer who has already demonstrated substantial accomplishment in the Canadian orchestral world.

For detailed information and history on the TSO visit tso.ca

Qualifications/Requirements:

• All applicants for the position of TSO Affiliate Composer must be Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents.
• Although full-time residency in Toronto is not required, it is expected that the Composer Affiliate be present in Toronto on a regular basis and for all weeks in which contemporary works are performed including the New Creations Festival plus for selected Educational programmes.
• An advanced music degree (DMA or equivalent) is advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability and desire to connect with audiences to speak for the music and the orchestra are expected.
• Candidates should have experience working with professional orchestras; a working knowledge of Canadian and international contemporary orchestral repertoire is essential.

HOW TO APPLY:

Applications must include:

1. Letter of interest (maximum one page) addressed to: The Search Committee
2. Full curriculum vitae (maximum 5 pages) which includes citizenship, contact information, educational background plus three professional references with contact information.
3. A complete list of compositions, including information about performances of works past and future plus any discography or publications (if applicable).
4. 2 scores with recordings.

NOTE: The search committee will receive all applications for the position in confidence.

Audition process:

• The search committee will include Music Director Peter Oundjian, Composer Advisor Gary Kulesha, representatives from the orchestra
• Applications must be submitted no later than: Friday, March 9, 2012 at 5pm.
• Live interviews for finalists will take place in Toronto on Wednesday, April 4, 2012 between 12:30pm and 2:30pm.
• The audition process will include an interview with the search committee and a written exercise.
• Successful candidate will be told on April 27th with a public announcement to follow before the end of the season (likely alongside the announcement of the Resident Conductor successful candidate).

Terms of contract:

• This position is funded in part by the Canada Council with additional funding from the Toronto Symphony Orchestra.
• Compensation will be discussed at the time the position is offered.