Students enrolled in a college, university, or conservatory in the state of California are invited to submit an original chamber composition inspired by Armenian culture, music, and/or history.

Eligibility

• The entrants must be students enrolled in a California college, university or conservatory during the year of entry.

Mission

• To encourage the creation of chamber music that demonstrates a tangible connection to Armenian art, culture, or history. Instrumentation: String Quartet: 2 violins, viola, cello.

Length

• 8-15 minutes 

Prize

• The winning composer will receive a cash award of $2500, a public performance by members of the Armenian Music Program at UCLA, and a professional level recording. The Mansurian Prize is generously underwritten by Elizabeth and Justus Schlichting.
• The performance will take place within one year of the winning work’s announcement.
• Honorable mentions will be considered.
• The names of the winner(s), chosen by the distinguished jury, will be announced on January 27, 2024 (Tigran Mansurian’s 85th birthday) on the websites of the UCLA Promise Armenian Institute and the UCLA Armenian Music Program. 

Application requirements

• Application should include:
  • Score and parts in pdf format (Audio (MIDI) recordings are encouraged but not required.)
  • A brief bio/resume
  • Verification of enrollment (transcript or letter from composition professor).
• No entry fee.
• Send all parts of the application to armenian-info@international.ucla.edu, by January 10, 2024. Use subject line Tigran Mansurian Composition Application. Late submissions will not be considered.
• For more information and questions, please contact: Professor Movses Pogossian, Director, UCLA Armenian Music Program: mpogossian@ucla.edu