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Thoughts…
From Hugh Levick, Artistic Director This post from our artistic chief originally appeared in September’s “Hear to the Ground”, our new e-newsletter for the LA composer community. Subscribe here I’ve been reading ‘ancient masters’. I find what Helmut Lachenmann had to say still relevant for me as a composer. I am sharing some of it… Continue Reading
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Call for Scores — 2027 Festival Guidelines
UPDATED — the ensemble size for the chamber category has been updated below. OPEN CALL TO SUBMIT WORKS Deadline: September 1, 2026 Festival dates: Three concerts in Spring 2027 (Dates TBD) HEAR NOW strives to reflect cultural equity, equality, and inclusiveness in the diversity of its composers, performers, outreach to its audiences and students, and… Continue Reading
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Music Doesn’t Stop When the Festival Does
The concerts are over, the chairs are put away, and — if you’re anything like us — you’re still hearing things. A phrase from one of the programs that hasn’t quite left you. A sound you didn’t expect. A piece that opened a door you didn’t know was there. A performer who knocked your socks… Continue Reading





