CALL: Composition: Wales 28.09.25

BBC National Orchestra of Wales is passionate about supporting and showcasing the work and talent of Composers across Wales. Composition: Wales offers the opportunity to a selection of composers to have their music workshopped, performed and recorded by BBC NOW at BBC Hoddinott Hall in Cardiff Bay.

These composers will receive expert feedback from professional musicians as well as mentoring by world class composers and conductors! This year the project will be led by Conductor Jac van Steen and Composer-in-Association Gavin Higgins.

These free workshops and culmination concert are run in association with Nimbus Lyrita Arts, Tŷ Cerdd, Composers of Wales, Vale of Glamorgan Festival and Welsh Music Guild. This project supports the development and exposure of Welsh, and Wales-based, compositional talent.

How do I apply?

Composers are invited to submit a score to be considered for Composition: Wales by Sunday 28 September 2025 by 23:00.

6 scores will be selected for the project and shortlisted candidates will be notified by Monday 20 October 2025.

Submissions are welcomed from composers who meet the following criteria:

Born, living or studying in Wales

Over 18

Apply Now!

Guidelines, criteria and submission details can be found: HERE

If you have any difficulty with the link please contact rachel.naylor03@bbc.co.uk.

Please note there will be a staff change over throughout the submission period as Rachel is only covering maternity. If you have any questions or queries between now and mid-August, please contact Rachel on rachel.naylor03@bbc.co.uk. If you have any questions or queries after mid-August, please contact Rhonwen who will be the producer for Composition Wales 2026 on rhonwen.jones@bbc.co.uk.