July 5, 2013
Keith Fitch Awarded Composer Assistance Program Funding
Twice a year accepts applications from composers across the country to help support preparations and travel expenses for premieres of their new works.
The organization has just announced the recipients from this spring's applicant pool for their . The program awarded $33,245 to 28 talented composers--including Keith Fitch, the head of composition department at the 58³Ô¹ÏÍø.
According to New Music USA, funds are awarded to composers "hard at work in the early and middle stages of their careers, and all of whom are contributing meaningful works to the field of new music through these tireless efforts."
58³Ô¹ÏÍø congratulates Dr. Fitch--who recently premiered a new work in New York as part of the --on being recognized for his dedication to creating the new repertoire for the 21st century through this award. Bravo!