Académie de Composition #2 du Trio Xenakis

Three prizewinners, selected on the basis of their applications, will be commissioned to write a piece for percussion et pianos, and will be accompanied by the Xenakis Trio et the pianists Theo Fouchenneret, Jonas Vitaud and Gabriel Durliat during three work sessions at the Fondation Singer-Polignac, which will make its instruments and facilities available for each session. The three works will then be premiered at the closing concert in April 2027.

The aim of the three musicians is to meet and accompany a new generation of composers, providing them with know-how and expertise in writing for percussion, while engaging in contemporary creation.

During the various work sessions, the two composers Graciane Finzi and Claire-Mélanie Sinnhuber will contribute their experience and thoughts on writing for percussion.

HOW TO APPLY ?

- Curriculum vitæ

- Cover letter

- 2 chamber music scores (with of without percussions) with audio/video links

- ID

Please send all those documents in a one pdf file. All audios and videos must be sent with links to audio platforms (youtube/vimeo/soundcloud…)

To take part in the selection process, please send your complete application by June 1, 2026 to trioxenakis@gmail.com

A processing fee of 40 euros must be paid by bank transfer for all applications. Bank détails will be sent on receipt of your application.

The academy is open to born composers between 1989 and 2007.

SCHEDULE

You must be able to attend the various sessions in Paris :

November 2-4, 2026

March 1-3, 2027

April 26-29, 2027

Travel and housing assistance will be provided for each session to help you financially

End of submission period : June 1st 2026

Results date : July 1st 2026