icarus’ annual iQ Tests program gives two winning Scholars the opportunity to collaborate on a new piece with the Quartet and be featured in their live performances and studio produced music videos. icarus will take you through the detailed collaboration process behind all of our new works and embark on a professional relationship beginning with the cultivation, presentation, and documentation of your new work for pianos and percussion. We can’t wait to hear your music and work with you!
Eligibility:
Open to composers enrolled in any collegiate degree program during the year of residence with iQ
Prizes:
The two selected composers will each receive the following:
-Two performances during our 2024-25 season
-$1,000 honorarium
-Workshops with iQ (in person if possible)
-Up to $500 travel reimbursements for workshops and/or performances
-Professionally produced video recording
-Mentorship from Chair of Composition at the Yale School of Music and Composer-in-Residence at the Aspen Music Festival, Christopher Theofanidis
Details are available at web pages:
https://icarusquartet.org/iq-tests