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Tapestry New Opera Works'
2002 Composer - Librettist Laboratory

General Statement
For most composers and writers the artistic process is a solitary one.
Beginning with composers and writers, Tapestry provides development,
guidance and financial support through the often lengthy, ultimately
rewarding, new work creation process.

The Need
Tapestry considers it to be of vital importance for composers and writers
working in the music theatre/opera art form to explore the process of
collaboration in a creative, non-competitive environment.

The Program
Initiated in 1995, the Laboratory is an intensive one-week workshop for
composers and writers to explore the collaborative process.

The Composer-Librettist Laboratory provides the opportunity to work with
several partners in a short period of time, thereby developing techniques
for effective collaboration.

Throughout the weeklong program, writers and composers are partnered with
one another, each for a one-day cycle. Through exercises in writing a short
piece of music theatre, they investigate the working relationship between
composer and writer. Their work is performed by a resident ensemble of
singers and pianists, and constructively critiqued by the group. Then the
partners change and the process begins anew.

One or more dramaturges, music directors and/or composer-librettist teams
will provide guidance and supplementary education in the form of workshops,
readings or inter-disciplinary discussions.

In addition to the Toronto program, a Composer-Librettist Laboratory will be
held in Victoria, British Columbia in June 2002. Please contact Pacific
Opera Victoria at 250 382-1641 for details.

Eligibility / Requirements

·Professional composers and writers who are collaboration-minded, willing to
explore new approaches to music theatre/opera creation and able to
constructively critique their own and others' work.

·Composers and writers must agree to enter the Lab as equals, with neither
discipline taking precedence over the other.

While eligible artists are encouraged to apply, participants will be
admitted by invitation only. All Canadian participants accepted will receive
a residency bursary offered by Tapestry, that covers program fees of $2,000
in addition to $200 cash honourarium for the period. Composers and writers
from outside Canada may be eligible for a bursary. Non-Canadian applicants
will be advised of their eligibility upon acceptance into the program.
Participants selected will be responsible for their own travel and
accommodation.

·Participants must be available from August 13th to 19th (inclusive) on a
full-time basis.

NOTE: The August 2002 dates are for the Toronto Composer Librettist
Laboratory only. For the June 2002 lab in Victoria, BC please contact
Pacific Opera Victoria at 250-382-1641 directly for specific details.

Guidelines for Submissions

All applicants please submit
1.A cover letter that includes your name, address, telephone & fax numbers,
e-mail address & website
2.A resume or CV outlining your professional experience and relevant
academic and professional training.
3.A one-page description stating your interest in participating and why you
would benefit from the program. This one page may be included as part of the
cover letter.
4.For applicants who do not yet have a known body of work, a letter of
reference from a professional in the field.
Composers - In addition to #1 through #4 above, please submit:
·Three samples of your work, including scores and recordings and if
possible, at least one sample of work written for the voice.
Writers - In addition to #1 through #4 above, please submit:
·Three samples of your work including a dramatic work for the stage.
Submissions of written material will be accepted by mail and e-mail.
E-mailed submissions should indicate that support materials will follow by
mail. See information below.

Selection Process
1.Applications will be assessed by Wayne Strongman, Artistic Director -
Tapestry new opera works, and Michael Patrick Albano, Dramaturg.
2.Successful candidates will be advised early in May and must confirm
participation by June 1, 2002.
3.Tapestry will provide a formal letter of invitation that can be used as
documentation to acquire a travel grant and/or other funding sources.

Deadline for Submissions
April 15, 2002

Submissions should be directed to the
Attention of Ms. Susan Worthington, Artistic Administrator

By Mail
Tapestry new opera works
60 Atlantic Ave. Studio 112
Toronto, ON  M6K 1X9

By Fax: 416 537-7841
By E-mail: susan at tapestrynewopera.com

For More Information Please Contact:
Susan Worthington, Artistic Administrator
416 537- 6066 ext 225
susan at tapestrynewopera.com