Sirius Quartet / Arneis Quartet / Benda Quartet
Featured Recording Opportunity • String Quartet
We are pleased to announce a unique opportunity for your compositions to be brought to life by one of three excellent string quartets.
This project invites you to submit works to be recorded and released by PARMA Recordings’ GRAMMY®-winning team as part of a standalone album in both stereo and immersive Dolby Atmos audio formats.
Submit now to put your music in front of these musicians for initial approvals and to receive an estimate from PARMA’s A&R team.
Get to Know the Ensembles:
Sirius Quartet
Sirius Quartet combines exhilarating repertoire with unparalleled improvisational skill, pushing the boundaries of genre and tradition. Since their inception at New York City’s original Knitting Factory, they have captivated audiences worldwide with performances that blend classical, jazz, and contemporary music. Their work reflects a deep commitment to addressing social issues and fostering musical dialogue.
Arneis Quartet
Known for playing with “a unique collective sound which is as warm and full of sparkle as liquid gold” (Boston Musical Intelligencer), the Boston-based Arneis Quartet has brought their energetic approach and adventurous programming to traditional concert venues as well as salon-style concerts and community engagement activities since 2009. Collaborating with living composers serves as a key part of the quartet’s artistic mission.
Benda Quartet
Emerging in 2012, Benda Quartet has quickly cemented its status among the elite Czech ensembles, winning the Amber Prize of the Moravian-Silesian region in 2019. Known for their dynamic performances across major festivals and collaborative projects, the quartet’s repertoire ranges from cherished classics to contemporary masterpieces.
What We’re Looking For
Composers are invited to submit original works for string quartet that resonate with the unique strengths and artistic directions of these ensembles. We welcome compositions showcasing a wide range of styles and approaches. Whether reinforcing traditional frameworks or forging paths to new territories, your work should illuminate some of the diverse capabilities and qualities of the string quartet genre.
Why Participate?
This is your chance to collaborate with ensembles renowned for their artistic excellence and innovative programming. Selected compositions will be recorded by the quartets and released on a dedicated album with extensive promotional support. Your work will gain international exposure through the album release and associated promotional activities, connecting you with a wider audience of chamber music enthusiasts and professionals.
Please note before submitting:
This opportunity requires funding to be secured by or on behalf of the composer to cover production and post-production expenses. Submitting a score indicates interest but does not commit the composer or PARMA to any contractual obligations. Once a score is submitted, our A&R team will review and reach out to discuss possibilities and costs for recording and release. If all parties approve, an official proposal will be provided, which the composer is free to accept or decline.
Composers will retain full ownership of their underlying music and any resulting masters and will maintain full artistic control of the project. PARMA’s team is available to help with planning and preparing outward-facing documentation to assist toward the generation of project funding for approved pieces.
Have another piece you’d like recorded?
Please reach out to info@parmarecordings.com to inquire and hear about our recording sessions with other soloists and ensembles in 2024 and beyond.
Submission Form
We look forward to receiving your compositions and to the exciting musical explorations this project will inspire!