DeGaetano Composition Institute
Named for the late composer Robert DeGaetano, the DeGaetano Composition Institute supports the development of emerging composers and new works for chamber orchestra.
The DeGaetano Composition Institute provides a six-month program for emerging composers to develop a new work for chamber orchestra under the guidance of Composer Mentor Augusta Read Thomas.
The Institute culminates with a week-long New York City residency packed with opportunities to network and learn from industry professionals while working closely with conductor Brad Lubman and Orchestra of St. Luke’s. The Institute closes with a concert of the composers’ new works performed by Orchestra of St. Luke’s at The DiMenna Center for Classical Music’s Cary Hall.
Augusta Read Thomas
Orchestra of St. Luke’s is thrilled to present the 2024 Composer Mentor of the DeGaetano Composition Institute. Augusta Reed Thomas is a University Professor of Composition in Music and the College at The University of Chicago. Thomas was the longest-serving Mead Composer-in-Residence with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. The American Academy of Arts and Letters described Thomas as “one of the most recognizable and widely loved figures in American Music.”
Meet the DeGaetano Composers
Get to know the DeGaetano Composition Institute participants and alumni.
World Premieres for Chamber Orchestra
The 2024 DeGaetano Composition Institute culminates in the world premieres of four works for chamber orchestra developed over the course of the Institute and performed by Orchestra of St. Luke’s under conductor Brad Lubman.