60x60 project
60x60
"It's like a Whitman's sampler of the contemporary new music scene."
- Greg Haymes, Times Union
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is 60x60?
60x60 is annual project including 60 works from 60 different composers where each work is 60 seconds (or less) in length.
What type of music are you looking for?
60x60 is looking for short works 60 seconds or less in length submitted on recorded media. After that… anything goes.
Do you except MIDI works?
Yes, many MIDI works are included in 60x60. Realizations of acoustic scores are discouraged.
Does 60x60 except scores?
We do not accept scores nor read them during the selection process. Only the audio recording of the work is used for the project. The recording should be the single most important factor for the submission.
Will you record my work?
We only accept finished works on recorded media. Works need to be submitted as CD audio, playable on a CD player.
Can I submit more than one work?
Yes, we encourage composers to submit as many works as they wish.
Can I submit multiple works on a single CD?
Yes, multiple works can be submitted on a single CDR. All we ask is to clearly indicate the compositions on the CD.
Do I have to send in a submission form?
Yes, a submission form is needed for the project to process your submission.
If I send more than one work, do I need to send more than one submission form?
It is permissible to send one submission form for a group of submissions for one composer.
Can I attach my biography and program notes on a separate sheet of paper?
Yes, separate pages can be included with the submission form. Please make sure each of your biography and program notes are a maximum of 100 words in length.
Can I send an excerpt of a larger work?
In general excerpts of larger works are discouraged. The project features 60 second works, not previews of larger works. Remixes, sectional works, pieces of variable lengths are encouraged.