Join in on a new work for
solo piano titled, “UNSOUND,” composed by
Emily McPherson.
Deadline to join: August 31, 2023
You are invited to join a consortium of pianists in commissioning Emily McPherson for a new work for solo piano
This new work will be between 8 and 10 minutes in length. The work is inspired by text written by Austin Windau:
“The world stopped Blinking and the Silver Lodged in my Sternum–With a Crack.”
UNSOUND will not include extended techniques or prepared piano elements.
Consortium members will receive occasional updates during the composition process, and Emily invites any feedback and commentary from consortium members as she composes the piece. This will be a collegiate/professional piece in terms of difficulty. She will be developing ideas and working out passages in order to ensure that the work is both idiomatic and effective.
For questions or comments, please email the composer at emilymcpherson.composer@gmail.com. Additional details about consortium benefits, and instructions to join, are below:
About the Work:
UNSOUND
Solo Piano
ca. 10’
Timeline:
August 31, 2023
Deadline to become a consortium member
September 30, 2023
First Draft sent to consortium members for review/feedback
November 30, 2023
Full Draft sent to consortium members for final review/feedback
January 1, 2024
Final Piece delivered to consortium members
Consortium Tiers:
Performer:
Receive regular drafts, updates, and communication
during the composition process
Named as a commissioner on the score
Receive an online PDF: $45
Supporter (non-performers):
Named as a commissioner on the score
Receive an online PDF: $30
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Performance Rights:
Exclusive performance rights for one year from the delivery date (January 1, 2024).
Once you’ve joined the consortium please fill out the following form for updates, consortium-related questions, and communication:
Emily McPherson 