Award

Musical Composition Prize 2027

Deadline
Oct 1, 2026
Location
Tourtour, France
Application fee
Free
Reward / Stipend
3-month residency + €2650/month + travel
Who is this for
Professional composers

Summary

Overview

The Prix de la composition musicale supports professional composers in creating new musical works for concert, stage, or audiovisual formats. Selected composers must have an existing contract with a musical institution for their proposed project.

What selected participants may receive

  • Three-month residency at Domaine des Treilles (fragmented stay possible)
  • Monthly stipend of €2,650 (prorated for actual stay duration)
  • Covered round-trip travel expenses
  • Accommodation and meals
  • Access to composition studio with upright piano, keyboard, sound card, and speakers

Eligibility

  • Open to all nationalities
  • Professional composers whose music has been recorded/performed
  • Must have active commission contract naming: commissioned work, remuneration, premiere date (after residency), and commissioning institution (opera house, orchestra, etc.)

Fees

Application fee: Not specified

Other costs: Not specified

Key dates

  • Application deadline: 1 October 2026
  • Jury deliberation: November 2026

Application materials

  • Not specified

Additional notes

  • Winner must abide by residency regulations
  • Personal computer required during residency
  • Copy of final score deposited in foundation library
  • Accommodation includes bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, studio