While Iranian-Canadian composer Ashkan Behzadi describes his first pieces as “immature and naïve,” the same certainly can’t be said about his current output.
About the competition
Established in 2017, the Graham Sommer Competition for Young Composers encourages the creation of new Canadian chamber music by up-and-coming composers.
The competition, held every two years, recognizes works for chamber music formations which include piano, and that have the potential to engage a wide audience and become part of the standard repertoire.
Key dates
Application deadline: September 30, 2019
Finalists announced: December 3, 2019
Finalists submit commissioned works: June 30, 2020
Final concert and prize gala: September 27, 2020
