About the Competition
The NAfME Electronic Music Composition Competition recognizes outstanding compositions and highlights the effectiveness of music technology in the school curriculum. Entries will be judged based on their aesthetic quality, use of electronic media, and the power of the composition.
Association member adjudicators will select a winner in each of the following categories:
- Grades K-8
- Grades 9-12
- Collegiate
- Each entrant must be sponsored by an NAfME member teacher, or be a NAfME Collegiate member in good standing.
- Compositions should be 5 minutes or less and should either be composed electronically or include electronic instruments (vocal and/or acoustic instruments may be combined with electronic instruments)
- View Competition Winners from Previous Years
How To Apply
- 2019 Entry Rules and Guidelines
- The deadline for applications is April 19, 2019
- Questions? Contact: Brendan McAloon
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2018 NAfME Electronic Music Composition Competition Winners
K-8
Winston Schneider, “Ootheca (The Insect March),” Omaha, Nebraska
- Teacher, Dr. Ken Meints
Honorable Mention:
Harrison TC Le, “Patriot,” Tampa, Florida
- Teacher, Amy Callahan
High School
Elijah Croyle, “Rush (MP3 available here),” Snohomish, Washington
- Teacher, Tadd Morris
Honorable Mention:
Cj Rhen, “After The End,” McMurray, Pennsylvania
- Teacher, Milton Barney
Kai Xu, “Forcefield,” Foster City, California
- Teacher, Troy Davis
Collegiate
Sterling Severson, “Nemesis,” Jamestown, North Dakota
Honorable Mention:
Conner Couch, “Mariana,” Powhatan, Virginia
Have Questions?
Contact: Brendan McAloon
