The Fund grants economic support to binational projects that reflect the artistic and cultural diversity of Mexico and the US, and that enrich cultural exchange and promote lasting ties among artists, scholars, independent groups, and cultural institutions in both countries. Projects to be supported by the fund are selected by a Binational Evaluation Committee. The Gregg Smith Singers announce their Twelfth Annual Choral Composers' Reading Workshop at Saranac Lake, NY, taking place from July 11-15, 2000. A composition will be rehearsed and taped for each participating composer with commentary during each reading by the singers and Mr. Smith. Enrollment in the workshop is limited to the first 12 composers who apply.
Housing is available at reasonable rates.
Participating composers will also receive free admission to all Adirondack Festival of American Music Composers' Week Events. Responsibilities include project development, long-range planning, fundraising, marketing, budgeting and staff supervision. Medical and dental benefits. An expansion into jazz is also planned. New projects are approved by an independent committee.