02-03.03.27 BBC NOW Composition: Wales

Workshop & Concert days (in-person, in Cardiff): Tuesday 2 March, Wednesday 3 March 2027

At the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, we’re proud to champion the people shaping Wales’ musical future, and we’d love you to be part of it.

Composition: Wales is an exciting artist development programme designed for composers ready to take the next step. If selected, you’ll create a new piece of music and hear it brought to life by a full professional orchestra in a workshop and performance at BBC Hoddinott Hall in Cardiff Bay.

Along the way, you’ll be supported by world-class artists, including conductor Jac Van Steen and composer mentor Paul Mealor. You’ll gain insight, guidance, and honest, practical feedback from the musicians performing your work - an invaluable opportunity to grow your voice and refine your craft.

This is more than a programme: it’s a chance to connect, experiment, and be heard. We’re here to support and celebrate composers from across Wales and those based here, helping bring new music to new audiences.

Delivered in partnership with Nimbus Lyrita Arts and Tŷ Cerdd, Composition: Wales is your invitation to step forward and share your music.

Composition: Wales 2027 Finalists

Delyth Field

Imi Oldham

Itgeltugs Ganzorig

Louis Villard

Nina Martin

Phi Yaan-Zek

Mentors

Paul Mealor

Shirley J. Thompson

Naomi Roberts (BBC NOW Librarian)

Jac van Steen (Conductor)

BBC NOW musicians