CINTAS Foundation Brandon Fradd Fellowship in Music Composition

The CINTAS Foundation Brandon Fradd Fellowship in Music Composition awards $25,000 to a creative composer of Cuban descent to support their ongoing contributions to the world of music. Established through a generous legacy endowment by Brandon Fradd, this prestigious fellowship not only offers financial support but also provides valuable exposure, including a potential performance at the renowned New Music Miami ISCM Festival. Since 1963, the CINTAS Foundation has supported emerging Cuban composers and preserved their work through the CINTAS Fellows Collection. Scholarship Details • $25,000 award for music composition • Opportunity for the winner's work to be performed at the New Music Miami ISCM Festival • Applicants must submit three to five recordings, including at least two completed in the past five years • Recordings must include links and be accompanied by PDF scores • Award recipients are encouraged to submit signed scores for the CINTAS Fellows Collection Eligibility Criteria • Must be of Cuban citizenship or direct lineage (Cuban parent or grandparent) • Must be a composer in music (not a performing artist) • May be enrolled in a graduate program in music composition • Fellows may only receive the CINTAS Fellowship a maximum of two times • Must have a U.S. taxpayer identification number if living outside the U.S. Application Process 1. Submit an application form via Google account 2. Upload three to five recordings, including at least two recent works from the last five years 3. Include links to recordings and PDF scores for each submitted piece 4. Provide a list of all submitted works with composition dates and performance history 5. Winners must agree to submit representative signed music scores for archival purposes If you are a composer of Cuban heritage with a passion for creating impactful music, this fellowship provides both recognition and resources to further your artistic journey. Apply now to share your work with a broader audience and join the ranks of celebrated CINTAS Fellows.