
LAMNTHLAB 2025/2026
We are thrilled to announce LamnthLab 2025/2026, our second annual open call for composers. Two selected composers will receive a commissioning fee of $1,000 to write a new work for violin and cimbalom.
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Please fill out this form to apply!
Application Guidelines
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Anyone from anywhere can apply—there are no restrictions on age, location, or nationality
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Applications are due by 11:59pm EDT, Friday August 1st, 2025
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The only materials required are scores and recordings of two existing compositions from your portfolio (the submitted works DO NOT need to include violin or cimbalom)
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There is no fee to apply
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Contact WeAreLamnth at gmail dot com with any questions
Selected Composers Will Receive
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$1,000
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Virtual workshops/rehearsals with Lamnth throughout the 2025-2026 concert season, as needed (composers do not need to be physically present with us in Boston for any part of the collaboration)
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An introductory workshop on composing for cimbalom
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Audio/visual documentation of the premiere performance, similar to what can be seen here
Collaboration Timeline
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Selected composers will be notified in September 2025
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The new works will be due by August 31st, 2026 and will be premiered during the 2026/2027 concert season
Past ​Winners​
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2024/2025 Judith Berkson and Marguerite Brown
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