Gabriela Ortiz Composing Studio - The Global Artist Diploma

The Gabriela Ortiz Composing Studio by OAcademy brings together a cohort of early-career composers from around the world for an intensive six-month experience in composition, artistic development, and professional growth. 

Guided by Gabriela Ortiz and shaped by a faculty of internationally recognized composers and industry leaders, the Studio offers serious artistic mentorship, career-focused workshops, and the opportunity to develop and record original works with leading musicians.

Faculty and guests include Du Yun, Andrew Norman, Missy Mazzoli, Marcos Balter, Tyshawn Sorey, Vanessa Rose, Ted Hearne, Tonia Ko, and others. The Studio meets bi-weekly for 90-minute sessions from January through June, with an in-person residency in Maryland led by Gabriela Ortiz. 

Across 24 weeks, fellows develop original works, refine their artistic identity, strengthen professional materials, and gain a deeper understanding of the composition sector, from commissions and publishing to branding, contracts, and long-term career strategy.

Fellows graduate with:

• Professional recordings of original works developed with leading musicians
  A strengthened creative voice shaped through mentorship with Gabriela Ortiz and guest faculty
  A polished portfolio for commissions, residencies, applications, and industry opportunities
  A global network of composers, performers, mentors, and arts leaders
  A stronger platform for the next stage of an international composing career