• Contribute a new work of literature to the existing repertoire
• Have the students experience the creative process first hand
• Have the students develop a sense of ownership
• Introduce the students to a "living composer"
• Honor an outstanding individual or group of individuals (organization)
• Establish a special work as a memorial to an individual
• Present a new work as part of a dedication ceremony
• Premiere a new work for a special performance or event

The over-all cost of the project will be directly related to:

• The reputation of the composer that you select
• The grade level and length of the work
• The marketability of the work if it is to be published

• Call the publisher with whom the composer is affiliated
• If applicable, call the school where the composer is employed

• Is a full score provided?
• Who is responsible for copying the parts?
• Are there any extra charges (i.e., for conducting the premiere, for conducting rehearsals, for travel expenses, etc.)?
• Is a contract necessary?
• Should a portion of the fee be paid in advance?
• When should the fee be paid?
• Will the parts be original manuscript or computer generated?
• Is the composer willing to listen to suggestions that involve creativity?

Title...Solo...Style of music
• When will the parts and completed score be available?
• Who writes the inscription for the score?
• Will a complimentary copy of the published work be provided?
• When will the work be published?
• What about performance rights?
• Who secures the copyright of the work?

• Grade level and type of work that you desire
• Background information about the ensemble
• Projected year and possible dates for premiere