Music for CarillonFrom the beginning of the Guild, one of its important functions has been to promote good music for the carillon. In the earliest years, music was sometimes shared via hand-copied manuscripts; but soon Guild members began using early copying technologies to share their work through free distribution at Congresses. Eventually the Guild began a music publication service, which has evolved over recent decades to include the wide range of music and music-related material which can be found in these pages. Music CatalogThe catalog lists music which has been published by the Guild and is currently available for sale. See the menu at left for information on how to read the catalog, how to order from it, and how to submit music for possible publication. From those pages, you will be able to access the various sections of the catalog itself. Other MusicA few pieces of music have been made available by the composer for free download. There is also a list of other sources for carillon music, as well as a representive list of recordings of carillon music and their sources. CommissionsIn 1982, the Guild began to commission new music for carillon. Commissions awarded to date are as follows:
Except as noted above, all have been published by the GCNA. Composition CompetitionsBeginning in 1987, the Guild has conducted composition competitions in alternate years. Prizes awarded to date are as follows:
All have been published by the GCNA. Other pieces were entries at one time, and were eventually published, but are not itemized here. Rules for the latest competition are located in the Guild section. |
