The following is an overview of the Queer and Trans Voices Tracking Series, which appeared in the San Francisco Classical Voice on July 7th, 2020, written by Tamzin Elliott. “For me, it’s just like, pay them” responded electronic artist and DIY-scene community organizer Sharmi Basu, with a laugh. The question posed was about how to account […]
Gathering by Linda Bouchard
Conceived by Linda Bouchard, Gathering is a multimedia performance for two improvisers who create a projected visual live score in real time on one screen. Their improvisation is accompanied by short movies and live video on a second screen and fixed sound files of processed temple bowls. Gathering was premiered on February 25, 2020 in […]
Center for New Music Emergency Fund
After assessing the severe impact of the COVID-19 crisis on our creative community, Center for New Music (C4NM) is compelled to launch an emergency fund to support musicians in need. Inspired by the challenges we collectively face, an anonymous donor has enabled C4NM to offer 40 awards of $250 to assist musical artists. This fund […]
Assessing COVID-19’s Impact on Contemporary Musicians
Even under normal circumstances, by nature of producing non-commercial art, contemporary and experimental musicians often lack the same type of financial resources that other commercial artists have. This financial fragility is laid bare in times of crisis, and unfortunately, musicians are deeply struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to the financial hit, musicians who […]
Resources for Artists During the COVID-19 Outbreak
The COVID-19 outbreak and the necessary social gathering cancelations disproportionally affect wage workers, freelance artists, and arts organizations. In light of these difficult times, Center for New Music is working hard to be an advocate for our community. We are working towards building a coalition of organizations and artists that can help equitably direct emergency […]
Marketing Essentials: How to Promote Your Concert
Riley Nicholson, Center for New Music’s Project Manager, discusses the essentials of what you need to know about promoting your concert, and how to work with a venue to ensure they can do their best job of marketing your event. Resources and more info: Creating marketing video content: In this vBlog, Riley mentions the importance […]
Ensemble in Residence 2019-2020: Applications Now Open
Over the course of 12 months, the C4NM Ensemble in Residence enjoys numerous opportunities and resources to support their long-term success. Through direct engagements with C4NM’s members and community partners, the Ensemble in Residence explores new ideas, and pursues new avenues in the development of their artistic career. Through this program, C4NM provides a materials […]
Call for Curators 2020-2022
The Center for New Music is now accepting proposals from curators for two-year terms beginning in 2020. Please consider sharing your artistic vision through C4NM! For information on how to apply, download the Call for Proposals. Deadline to submit is November 18, 2019 at 3:00 PM PST. C4NM welcomes proposals from any individual who is interested in serving […]
Tracking Series #3 Women Composers and Gender Equity
Tracking Series #3 Women Composers and Gender Equity in Music Written by Erica MacLeod and D. Riley Nicholson Gender equity in contemporary music was the topic of conversation at a recent roundtable discussion as part of Center for New Music’s (C4NM) Trackings Series on January 31st, 2019. The discussion was led by Emma Logan and […]
Residency Day #1: duo B. vs. viDEO sAVant
Residency Day #1: duo B. vs. viDEO sAVant at the Center for New Music After much planning and scheduling, Ensemble in Residence, duo B. vs. viDEO sAVant finally spent its first full day at work in the Center for New Music this past weekend. Our residency this year at the Center has two goals: to […]