Full-term Rome Prize Fellowships in musical composition will be awarded to applicants who must demonstrate professional commitment and are currently engaged in the discipline. Applicants must submit a proposal describing the project to be undertaken. They must also submit musical scores for at least two but not more than three compositions from within the past five years. If the work is unscorable, applicants must provide lead sheets or other explanatory material. Handwritten scores should be scanned and uploaded. Applicants must also submit recordings of at least two but not more than three compositions from within the past five years. Recordings should be hosted online, either on SoundCloud or another file-hosting site. Links to the recordings should be included in the online application form. Applicants must also submit three references. They must provide the names and contact information only for three professionals acquainted with them and their work. Letters of recommendation are not required for applicants in music composition. The deadline for applications is November 1. Applications will also be accepted between November 2 and 15 for an additional fee. Please visit the fellowship's website for more information.