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Serge Koussevitzky Music Foundation in the Library of Congress

Commissioning Program (2027)

Open

Key facts

Deadline
Due Jan 15, 2027 · 98 days left
Award size
$10K – $20K
Match ?
Required · Work out your budget and match
Who can apply
Nonprofit with 501(c)(3), Nonprofit without 501(c)(3), Public college or university, Private college or university
Where
Anywhere in the U.S., including Tennessee

How this fits you

  • Available in Tennessee (nationwide program)
  • Needs a match (see how much in the notice)

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About this grant

Pays the fee for a performing group to commission a new piece from a composer. Chamber works get $10,000 to $15,000 in full. Orchestras can get up to $20,000 but must match at least half.

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Your schedule, working back from the deadline

  1. Dec25
    Ask partners for letters of support or commitment
    Suggested: partners need about three weeks to write and sign letters.
  2. Jan8
    Finish a complete draft for a final review
    Suggested: leave about a week for someone else to read the draft.
  3. Jan12
    Submit
    Suggested: submit a few days early in case the form or email has trouble.
  4. Jan15
    Deadline
    From the funder.

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