Barlow Endowment for Music Composition

09/02/2026

Announcing the 2026 Barlow Prize Competiton! DM us for any questions.

05/01/2026

17/11/2025

The world premiere of Dan Bradshaw’s Barlow commission, At Full Strength, was performed by the BYU Philharmonic on November 15, 2025, in the Brigham Young University Music Building Concert Hall in Provo, UT.

05/11/2025

The acclaimed guitarist demonstrated great virtuosity and masterful control of her instrument in a solo concert.

17/09/2025

This summer, we said farewell to Ed Adams as he concluded his remarkable 10-year tenure as Dean. Too short a time later, we mourn his passing.

Ed was more than a leader — he was a colleague, a mentor, and a friend. He shaped the lives of students, faculty, staff, and alumni with his steady presence, sharp mind, and generous heart.

We invite you to join us in celebrating Ed’s legacy by sharing your memories, tributes, stories, or messages of gratitude. Whether you knew him well or simply crossed paths, your reflections are welcome and appreciated.

This space is for all who were touched by Ed’s life and leadership — a place to remember, to give thanks, and to keep his spirit present in our community.

Submissions will be shared with the Adams family and will not be made public. Key words will become part of a word cloud honoring Ed Adams.

Here is the link to the website for more information:
https://cfac.byu.edu/ed-adams-memory

04/09/2025

The world premier of Viet Cuong's "Where the Echo Sings" will be premiered Saturday, October 18th at St. Marks Lutheran Church in San Francisco, California.
Visit this website for more information.

https://sfperformances.org/performances/2526/meng-su.html

12/08/2025

The Barlow Endowment for Music Composition at Brigham Young University proudly announces the Barlow Prize recipient for 2025

David Biedenbender

To read more information visit our website:
https://barlow.byu.edu/prize-winner

30/05/2025

This is the last weekend to submit a Barlow application, don't forget to submit one if you haven't already!!

DM us with any questions!

21/04/2025

Ben Sabey’s world premiere of “Dream Suite”, will be performed on May 19, 2025, at Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez St, San Francisco, CA. The premiere begins at 7:30 PM. Tickets can be purchased below.

https://earplay.thundertix.com/orders/new?performance_id=3110040

21/04/2025

2025 Barlow General Commission winner Shelley Washington’s premiere of “Riot Dogs”, will be performed by Syabrite5 on May 3, 2025, at SUNY Purchase Performing Arts Center.