Cantus Commission Competition (2028 round)
Offered by Cantus
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About this opportunity
Biennial mentored commission competition for emerging composers to write a 3–5 minute work for Cantus (TTBB). There is no round in 2027; the next competition opens 1 April 2028 with a 1 May 2028 deadline.
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Frequently asked questions
- When is the deadline for Cantus Commission Competition (2028 round)?
- The current deadline is May 1, 2028.
- Who offers Cantus Commission Competition (2028 round)?
- Cantus runs it, from USA (tenor/bass choir), USA.
- What funding or support does Cantus Commission Competition (2028 round) offer?
- $1,500
- Who can apply for Cantus Commission Competition (2028 round)?
- From the funder's description, it's aimed at songwriters and composers.
- How do I apply for Cantus Commission Competition (2028 round)?
- You apply on the funder's own site. The link is on this page: with a free GrantGigs account for deadlines in the next 30 days, or with Pro for later ones. If applications are new to you, our guide on how to apply for music grants walks through the whole process. Read the guide →
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