To be eligible for the award, applicants must be 30 years old or younger and either Irish or currently residing in Ireland. They must submit two original compositions in PDF format—one of which must be for voice and piano—with all identifying information removed for anonymous judging. Previous winners are not eligible to apply.
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Clarity of Information
The National Concert Hall (NCH) is Ireland’s premier venue for music and the performing arts located in Dublin. Renowned for its world-class acoustics and diverse programming, the NCH hosts performances ranging from classical and contemporary music to jazz, traditional Irish, and international genres. It also plays a vital role in nurturing young talent through educational programs, commissions, and awards, making it a cornerstone of Ireland’s cultural and musical landscape.
Application Deadline: 5PM, Friday 20 June 2025
Brief Description
- University or Organization: National Concert Hall (NCH)
- Department: NCH Discover – Bursaries & Awards
- Course Level: Undergraduate (Professional development/Creative commission)
- Award: €2,500 for a commissioned musical composition
- Access Mode: Online
- Number of Awards: 1
- Nationality: Irish or residing in Ireland
- The award can be taken in: Ireland
Eligibility
- Eligible Countries: Ireland
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: The award supports original compositions in the field of music, with at least one submitted piece required to be for voice and piano.
- Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following/given criteria:
• Be 30 years old or younger
• Be Irish or currently living in Ireland
• Submit two original music scores (PDF format) – one must be for voice and piano
• Remove all identifying information from submitted scores for anonymous judging
• Audio recordings are optional but encouraged
• Only one submission per composer
• Previous winners of the Jerome Hynes Award are not eligible
How to Apply
In order to apply for this award, candidates must take Applicants must send anonymized scores in PDF format (with optional audio recordings) via email as per the official guidelines. For complete submission instructions and inquiries, contact: education@nch.ie.
Benefits
• The winning composer will receive a €2,500 commission
• The new work will be premiered at the National Concert Hall
• The composer retains full copyright of the commissioned piece
• National recognition and career development oppotunity through the NCH platform
