Can I become a friend of the bmic?
See our friends page

I am a composer, how do I get my work into the collection?
See our guidelines

What is the Voices scheme?
It was started in 1999 as a bmic initiative to promote and distribute the work of young British composers. There are currently 46 composers on the Voices schemes.

How do I get onto the Voices schemes?
Composers are nominated each year by a nominations panel, although it is open to composers to self-nominate, if they feel their work would fit the profile of the schemes.
A selection panel makes the final decision on membership.

I’m a composer/performer and I would like to work for you
Have a look at our staff page and see if we have any vacancies available. We often require volunteers. If you want composition/performance opportunities see here. The bmic does not use typesetters or translators

What is The Cutting Edge?
The Cutting Edge is a London based series showcasing British contemporary repertoire since 1960, with a particular emphasis on music written in the past ten years.

Can I put on a Cutting Edge Concert?
Applications are invited from performers and ensembles each year in December. If you would like your details to be included on the list to be contacted please write to info@bmic.co.uk

Can I have my music played at The Cutting Edge?
Performers/ensembles apply with a programme of their choice, so it is up to the performers to programme your music.

Can I be part of the Cutting Edge Tour?
Ensembles are selected by promoters from the previous year’s London concerts to go on tour

Can you provide funding?
The Cutting Edge series provides a platform for ensembles to present their work, but does not provide funding for the event in the same way as would be the case with many festivals or concert venues. In fact, once the groups have been chosen, bmic charges a fee for venue hire, publicity and administration. However, bmic applies for funding for the series as a whole, which is then redistributed amongst all performers, who also take the box office. This funding, together with average box-office takings, usually covers the concert fee. Performers also receive any fees that accrue from education work or broadcast associated with the series, from touring, or from their own fundraising.