So you’ve been offered a commission — now what?

Beyond the excitement of writing a new piece, commissions often come with questions that many composers are left to navigate on their own. This session offers a composer-centered look at what typically happens after the offer: how commissioning agreements work, what fees and rights usually cover, how exclusivity and consortia function, and how relationships and professional networks often play a role in opening these opportunities. Designed for composers at any stage, the goal is to demystify the commissioning process, normalize common questions, and help composers move forward with clarity, confidence, and a stronger focus on the music.

Ask Us Anything: Commissioning, Relationships, and the Realities In Between

Not everything composers navigate fits neatly into a contract or a job description. This open conversation invites composers to bring their questions — big, small, and in-between — about commissioning, networking and relationship-building, and navigating professional situations that don’t always come with clear answers. In dialogue with CMC Prairie Region Director Janna Sailor, this session creates space for honest discussion about what works, what doesn’t, and how composers can approach opportunities with clarity, confidence, and integrity.

This event is FREE for everyone to attend, but requires pre-registration.

Where: ZOOM
When: February 20 and 27 | 11:00am MST