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Application Instructions  [note application deadline is passed and composition students have been selected.  Please do not enquire about additional composition spots.]



The Postmark Deadline for applications is March 15, 2003.

Applicants ages under 25 are invited to send scores for 2 original works.  Works in progress are acceptable, but at least one work must be complete and ready for performance.  1 piece should be a solo piece or a small ensemble piece of no more than three instruments drawn from the following instrumentation : 1 flute, 1 clarinet, 2 violins, 1 viola, 1 cello, 1 piano, 1 harp, 1 voice[soprano]-instrumentation of Brave New Works.  The large ensemble piece should also be drawn from the same instrumentation as Brave New Works.  No exceptions to this rule.  If you add an extra instrument above and beyond BNW it will not be considered.  Acceptance to the Bounding Board Project does not guarantee performance of all works.  One composition by each participant will be performed at the Bounding Board Project.

Please mark all scores clearly with composer's name. DO NOT SEND ORIGINAL MANUSCRIPTS . Send only photocopies or printouts. The Bounding Board Project is not responsible for lost or damaged scores. Scores should be appropriately legible.

Applicants should ask a music teacher or mentor who is familiar with their musicianship to fill out the Reference Form. Multiple references are allowed. The reference form can be sent with the application or under separate cover. If sent under separate cover, it is recommended that applicant supply their reference with a stamped envelope addressed to the Bounding Board Project. Applications accompanied by a self-addressed stamped envelope will be returned to applicants after review.

Applicants will be notified of their acceptance by April 15, 2003.

Send to:

Bounding Board Project
Attn. Chris Younghoon Kim
Tufts University
20 Professors Row
Medford, MA 02155

2003 Bounding Board Project Calendar
Applications and Fees
March 15 - Postmark deadline for applications
April 15 - Applicants are informed of acceptance decisions
May 1 - Deposits for accepted applicants due
May 31 - Tuition due in full
Program
May 31 - Arrival/Registration (3-4pm) and Welcome Dinner
June 1 - Classes, Lessons, Coachings, etc.
June 3 - Concert I (8 pm) followed by a Reception [BNW Solo pieces]
June 8 - Concert II (7 pm) [large ensemble compositions, 2 will be selected]
June 9 - Concert III (1 pm) followed by the Farewell Picnic and departure    

 

Tuition and Fees

Application Fee - $10
BBP Tuition - $605
Housing - $100

$100 of the tuition is paid as a non-refundable deposit by May 1, 2003. The remainder of tuition is due on June 7 at registration, 2003.

Housing will be available to all students. Students are housed on the Medford Campus at Tufts University.  All facilities are within walking distance.  A welcome dinner Friday evening and a picnic lunch on Friday afternoon are also provided. All events are held on the campus of Tufts University

Students are expected to have their own health coverage in the event of an emergency.

Contact

Chris Younghoon Kim, chris.kim@tufts.edu

The Bounding Board Project at Tufts University with
Resident ensemble: Brave New Works  APPLICATION FORM
Name: __________________________________
Address: ________________________________
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City/State/Zip: ___________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: ___________________________________
Gender:  __Female __ Male
Date of Birth: ____ / ____ / ________
Social Security #: _________________________
Parent/Guardian: _________________________
Address: _________________________________
__________________________________________
City/State/Zip: ___________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Emergency Contact (if different):
____________________________________
Emergency Phone: ________________________
(for billing purposes only)
Name, Mailing Address, and Phone (Email optional) of Reference:
_________________________________________________________________
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Title, Instrumentation, and Approximate Duration for Each Piece Submitted:
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Experience in Theory/Composition such as Lessons, Classes, or Festivals (Please include description):
______________________________________________________________________________
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Other Experience in Composition such as Performances, Commissions, Independent Projects, etc.:
______________________________________________________________________________
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Other Musical Awards, Recognitions, Accomplishments:
______________________________________________________________________________
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Feel free to add additional sheets if needed * Postmark Deadline : March 15, 2003
Bounding Board Project  Attn. Chris Younghoon Kim , 20 Professors Row, Medford,  MA 02155

REFERENCE FORM
Postmark Deadline: March 15, 2003
Applicant's Name: _____________________
Reference's Name: ______________________
Thank you very much for your help!
Feel free to attach other materials.
How do you know the applicant? How long have your worked with him/her?
_________________________________________________________________
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Please give an appraisal of the applicant's musicianship, and, if possible, comment upon
his/her potential as a composer. Please be specific when possible.
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Do you feel the applicant would do well in an intensive, social, learning environment?
Is the applicant responsible in your experience?
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Other Comments:
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Bounding Board Project  Attn. Chris Younghoon Kim , 20 Professors Row, Medford,  MA 02155


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