{"id":6209,"date":"2026-02-19T12:48:33","date_gmt":"2026-02-19T11:48:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.musica.be\/?p=6209"},"modified":"2026-04-23T14:56:40","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T12:56:40","slug":"open-call-soundmine-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.musica.be\/en\/open-call-soundmine-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"OPEN CALL: SoundMine 2026<br><span class=\"subtitle\">Musica &amp; Antwerp Symphony Orchestra (CLOSED)<\/span>"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Coaching programme: creation &amp; composition for symphony orchestra<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(CLOSED) <strong>DEADLINE: 5 April 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SoundMine is an intensive coaching programme that focuses on your development as a young composer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over the course of five days, selected participants will receive personal guidance from <strong>Diederik Glorieux <\/strong>and guest teachers <strong>Jorrit Tamminga <\/strong>(electronics), <strong>Hannes Vanlancker<\/strong> (engraving) and <strong>Annelies Van Parys <\/strong>(composition). The focus is on music creation and composition of symphonic and electronic music. Together with the four expert coaches, you will work on developing your own concept and creation. Subsequently, in May 2027, all participants get the unique opportunity of working with the <strong><em>Antwerp Symphony Orchestra<\/em> for a special showcase of their compositions<\/strong> in the <strong>Queen Elisabeth Hall. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The course has an international focus. This allows you to connect with talented professionals from home and abroad and enrich your creative perspective in an international setting. <br>Take part in this special experience and boost your practice: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-pink-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSd8Mth2Vm563GwzVo8GNXPvXEhCtwlcAcef10eTFLESyUMP7Q\/viewform?usp=dialog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Apply now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>SoundMine is a project by Musica in collaboration with Antwerp Symphony Orchestra and De Studio. With support from Flanders.<\/em><br><em>In memory of composer Wim Henderickx, the inspiring force behind SoundMine.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Course<\/strong>: From Monday 6 (10 a.m.) to Friday 10 (4 p.m.) July 2026. The days will be well filled, so expect a work schedule from 9.30 a.m. to 9 p.m. (including dinner). Accommodation in Antwerp is therefore recommended.<br><strong>Showcase<\/strong>: Rehearsals with the Antwerp Symphony Orchestra on May 3, 2027 + Showcase on May 4, 2027. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">De Studio, Maarschalk G\u00e9rardstraat 4, Antwerp<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Participants<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Young people between 15 and 35 (+\/-) years of age with a thorough knowledge of music and a passion for composing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Price<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">-Coaching at De Studio (including sandwich lunch and hot dinner); \u20ac395<br>-[optional] Accommodation in Antwerp; \u20ac160 (shared room for 4-6 people) or \u20ac320 (single room) at the Pulcinella youth hostel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Selection<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This course is aimed at young professionals from Belgium and abroad. Selection is based on your motivation, portfolio and potential. A total of 10 participants will be selected. You can expect the results around April 20.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Application<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Seize this opportunity and register before Sunday 5 April 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you have any questions, please contact marijn&lt;at&gt;musica.be<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-blue-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.musica.be\/en\/activities\/soundmine\/\">Read more on the SoundMine project<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"SoundMine 2020 - composing for orchestra - Podium 19\" width=\"1320\" height=\"743\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/yFfT-dEqx4k?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Coaching programme: creation &amp; composition for symphony orchestra (CLOSED) DEADLINE: 5 April 2026 SoundMine is an intensive coaching programme that focuses on your development as a young composer. 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