Programme in detail
Saturday 4 July 2009 - Monday 13 July 2009
Contemporary Composition and Performance
Course directors: Oliver Knussen, Colin Matthews, Magnus Lindberg
Alumni from the Britten–Pears composition courses read like a who's who of composition from the last 20 years, including such names as Thomas Adès and Julian Anderson. A recent alumna, Anna Meredith, was commissioned for the 2008 Last Night of the Proms.
A group of 20 instrumentalists join six young composers to work on ensemble masterpieces of the 20th and 21st centuries, and to provide a live performance tool for the composers to try out their ideas, leading to a final concert where all the newly written works will be showcased.
Participants must cover their travel, accommodation and food costs (bursaries available).
Concert 13 July 2009, in the new Britten Studio
Supported by The Leverhulme Trust
Britten–Pears Programme
Britten–Pears Programme 2010 brochure (PDF)
What our past alumni say:
‘I have never been anywhere else where I have learnt so much in so short a time and have come away refreshed and itching to make music.’
‘The BPP is a great opportunity to work with top musicians in a friendly and supportive environment. ... The genuine love of music embedded in everyone here is truly inspirational and reminds us why we want to be musicians.’
‘Britten–Pears is a very positive experience. From the stunning location to the excellent tuition it is an opportunity young musicians should not miss out on.’
‘The Programme is a great symposium where composers, performers and tutors can work closely together in an inspirational environment.’