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2004 SCI National Conference

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University of Central Oklahoma
School of Music
100 North University Dr.
Edmond, OK 73034
March 3-6, 2004

The 2004 National Conference of the Society of Composers, Inc. will be held March 3-6 at the University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond, Oklahoma. Scores will be accepted from members of the Society of Composers, Inc. Each composer may submit one or two pieces. There is no established limit on duration but feasibility of performance will, of course, be a consideration.

Call for Submissions

General Information

Submission Deadline for Compositions: September 15, 2003 (Receipt Deadline)
Submission Deadline for Papers/Presentations: September 15, 2003 (Receipt Deadline)
Notification to Accepted Composers: November 15, 2003
Notification to Accepted Papers/Presentations: November 15, 2003

Selection Process:
The adjudication process for compositions will be in consultation with the Conference Chair and the performance faculty of The University of Central Oklahoma School of Music. Adjudication criteria will include performability, length, special instrumentation requirements, and program design.

Selection of paper- and panel presentations will be made by a jury drawn from the SCI membership.

SCI composers may submit scores for the following instruments:
Solo or any combination of Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, French horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba, Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass, Percussion, Piano, Harp and Voice. Other instrumentation may be available to accommodate some selected pieces. Music theatre scenes and opera scenes will also be considered. Electro-acoustic music including pieces for acoustic soloist or ensemble and electronics, or playback alone is welcomed and encouraged.

Available Ensembles:

  • Symphony orchestra
  • Chamber orchestra
  • Symphonic band
  • Wind ensemble
  • Concert choir
  • Chamber choir
  • Men’s ensemble
  • Women’s ensemble
  • High school youth orchestra
  • Children’s choir
  • Pierrot ensemble
  • Brass choir
  • Trumpet choir
  • Trombone ensemble
  • Viola ensemble
  • Cello ensemble
  • Flute ensemble
  • Saxophone quartet
  • Woodwind quintet
  • Brass quintet

Acceptable formats for electroacoustic music:
DAT, and CD playback are available. Every effort will be made to accommodate performance requirements.

Additionally, composers may bring their own performers.

The Society of Composers welcomes proposals for papers, panel discussions, workshops, and other demonstrations. Presentations are limited to twenty minutes. Panels, workshops, and other collaborative sessions may take up to fifty minutes. Proposals may deal with any aspect of composition and new music, including but not limited to, compositional techniques, career development, music technology, music preparation, performance supervision, cultural and stylistic context, and musical aesthetics.

Submission Guidelines

For Scores:

  • Send score and separate cassette or CD recording for each submission. Each score should include an indication of the duration of the piece and a notation of any technical requirements. Works for which no score is necessary (such as electro-acoustic recordings) can include this information on the cover of the tape or CD.
  • SASE
  • Include a cover sheet with composer’s name, address, telephone numbers, e-mail address, and list of pieces submitted with durations and specification of any technical requirements, especially for electro-acoustic works.
  • Composers may submit a maximum of 2 works for consideration.
  • Attendance is required for composers whose works are selected.

For Papers:

  • A one-page double-spaced typewritten abstract of approximately 250 words. Methodology, goals and conclusions should be clearly stated. Please include a short description of your expertise or experience with the topic.
  • SASE
  • A cover sheet with the proposer’s name, address, telephone numbers, email address, and list of submissions.
  • Specification of any technical requirements for the presentation. A video projector will be available as will various forms of playback including CD, DAT, VHS video, and DVD. Other proposals should include a one-page description of the event. Suggestions about participants in a specific panel or group are welcome and may be included as part of the event description. Otherwise, proposals should adhere to the previous guidelines.

Send submissions to:
Dr. Sam Magrill
SCI 2004 National Conference
University of Central Oklahoma
School of Music
100 North University Dr.
Edmond, OK 73034
Phone: (405)-974-5684
e-mail: smagrill@ucok.edu

Additional Conference Information

Selected participants will be required to submit a registration fees: TBA

Travel

Will Rogers is Oklahoma City’s main airport and almost all major airlines fly there. mapquest.com could be used for specific driving routes to the University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond, a northern suburb of Oklahoma City.

From Will Rogers Airport: Go north on Meridian, right on Airport Road (east). take I-44 north (Tulsa, Wichita) to I-77 (I-235)(Broadway Extension), turn right on Second Street in Edmond. From the south: Go north I-35, past Moore and Oklahoma City, exit 141 and go left on Second Street. From the east: Go west on I-40, then go north on I-35, exit 141 and go left on Second Street.