Open Call for Musicians and Composers
Dreamstudio.io
Award
Up to £700
Deadline
Closes in 9 days (1 September 2026)
Where
Not stated
Summary
We're inviting composers to create an original musical response to a sculpture by artist Cecile Elstein. A piece that captures warmth, hope, and renewal. The finished work will be showcased alongside the sculpture at concert and exhibition opportunities. Please email me for photos.
Full details
Open Call for Musicians & Composers for 'Song of the Pine's Sun' Deadline: 1st September 2026 We're inviting composers to create an original musical response to a sculpture by artist Cecile Elstein. A piece that captures warmth, hope, and renewal. The finished work will be showcased alongside the sculpture at concert and exhibition opportunities. About the Sculpture: Carved from pitch pine, the sculpture traces the natural patterns and grain of the wood into flowing shapes. It reflects Cecile's childhood memories of mountains, trees, sun, and sand. A lifetime of experience formed into a single standing structure. Light enters through the top and radiates outward, echoing her personal response to life. Dimensions: 210 x 45 x 30cm The Brief: Final piece: 3 - 5 minutes in length Composed to be paired with and performed alongside the sculpture Who Can Apply: Open to everyone - emerging artists, solo musicians, bands, and collectives, at any experience level. Fee: £700 upon completion (Maximum of 50 hours of work) To Apply, Please Submit: - A 30-second music sample/composition - What inspired your instrumentation, based on the sculpture? - How would you like the final piece showcased alongside the sculpture? - What is your personal response to the sculpture? How to Submit: - Email your music and written responses to: [email protected] - File formats: MP3, WAV, or a private link (YouTube/SoundCloud) - please include any necessary passwords - No WeTransfer links, as these expire About Me: I'm Hannah, a sound artist working as a sound curator for Cecile Elstein and Dreamstudio.io. Any questions, please reach out. If you want more photos of the sculpture or any other information, please email me: [email protected].