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  Memphis Composers Institute Concert
  The Memphis Composers Institute invites composers in the early stages of their orchestral composing careers to submit one orchestral work for a chance to be performed by the Memphis Symphony. This three-day event features rehearsals, panel discussions, and culminates with a performance of three orchestral works by emerging composers, alongside the premiere of Artistic Coordinator D. J. Sparr’s Extended Play (for viola and orchestra), performed by Kimberly Sparr with the Memphis Symphony, conducted by Kyle Dickson, on February 9, 2025.

  We are excited to announce the winners of this year’s Memphis Composers Institute:

  • Evan Erickson – Oobleck

  • Sina Karachiani – Stranger of Kin

  • Soomin Kim – star / ghost / mouth / sea

  Join us as we celebrate these talented composers and their innovative works at the Memphis Symphony Orchestra concert.