Young Composer in Residence
An emerging young composer will receive a commission for a work to be performed by Auckland Youth Choir in a public concert. The composer will receive feedback from our artistic team on a draft score and the opportunity to work with the choir during the rehearsal process. The Young Composer in Residence must also be a singing member of the choir. Open to ages 16-27.
Previous Young Composers in Residence have included Tom Talbot, Alex Taylor, Andrew Baldwin, Jayan Bhikha, Kitty Milner, Takerei Komene, Julia Francis, Reuben Rameka, Sarah Fouhy, Grace Wellik and Fergus Byett.
Applications for 2027 are now open:
The AYC Development and Mentoring program is easily the best opportunity for young choral composers in Aotearoa. It has been a huge kickstart that gave me tools I couldn't learn elsewhere about community music making. My piece, "Haeata", challenged me creatively and allowed me to broaden my horizons as a composer while also developing the language to communicate my intentions with performers. At every turn, I had absolute support from both the artistic team and singers which helped me to feel safe as a young composer. I couldn't be more thankful for this amazing opportunity. What started as a small thought at the piano grew into a premier performance of 120 singers and a sold out audience, which I will treasure as I continue my musical journey.
Tim Evans
Young Composer in Residence 2025
