New Music Chicago is proud to continue its free, monthly concert series titled New Music Chicago Presents that showcases the diversity and creativity of its members. In partnership with the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) and Experimental Sound Studio, New Music Chicago Presents takes place from 7:30 to 8:30pm (central) every THIRD...

Announcing the first ever NMC Composition Competition! This competition will feature one NMC ensemble performing and recording original or existing works of approximately 5-12 minutes duration each by three NMC composers, including a live concert in early December 2022 for the NMC community and open to the public.  Both the ensemble and the winning composers will...

Chicago, IL (November 16, 2023) – New Music Chicago proudly announces plans to host the next Ear Taxi Festival for Chicago in Fall 2025. Last presented in 2021, the Ear Taxi Festival is a city-wide, multi-day celebration of new and experimental musical traditions that will feature artists in dozens of hours of programming, the vast...

Submissions are now open for the 2023 Impromptu Fest! The festival will take place September 12-16 around the city.NMC members, submit proposals here – form closes May 1. more info on past Impromptu Fests below: WATCH THE 2021 IMPROMPTU FEST STREAMS HERE Impromptu Fest 2021 celebrates Chicago composers and musicians Link to full press release...