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Applications to Studio Residencies will open in December 2025.

Applications to Studio Readings closed on September. 15, 2025. Learn more about the 2025 Readings Artists here.

Violist John Pickford Richards performs JACK Studio artist Michele Cheng’s piece “Jaack” (2023), a world premiere that featured the four quartet members, four hand-made puppets, video score, interactive visual arts, AI generated images, a custom smart mirror, and structured improvisation performed by JACK Quartet.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • You must submit a PDF of your string quartet score in order to be eligible for JACK Studio Readings. This score can be notated however you’d like.

  • For Readings: The work sample must be a completed string quartet.

    For Residency Applications: Work samples that show your musical interests, and particularly your use of string instruments, are recommended.

    Work samples can be links to PDFs, streaming audio recordings, or video (Google, SoundCloud, DropBox, etc). A reminder: Please edit the share settings on any files so that we can open them!

  • You can apply for both a Reading and a Residency if you wish. Applicants will only be accepted for one program, not both.

    To read more about the differences between readings and residencies, click here.

  • JACK has worked with many composers who have devised their own styles of notation, and we’re excited to experiment with graphic scores, improvisation, and text-based directions.

  • No! There are no educational requirements to apply to JACK Studio Readings or Residencies.

  • Due to the high number of applications each year, we do not accept letters of recommendation or references.

  • Applications to Studio Readings closed on September 15, 2025. Applications to Studio Residencies will open in December 2025. The best way to stay informed of application deadlines is to join our mailing list or follow us on Instagram, @jackquartet.

  • If you have additional questions, please contact Tracy Mendez, Development and Marketing Manager, at tracy@jackquartet.com.