MCI-BELTLINE BONES

1.10.2026
480 Arts | Saint Paul, MN

The Millennium Composers Initiative and the Beltline Bones are partnering to present an exciting concert of new music on January 10, 2026, at 480 Arts in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This project will provide emerging composers with the opportunity to create original works for trombone quartet and fixed media, pushing the boundaries of contemporary music. Through an open call for proposals, we will commission new pieces that explore the intersection of acoustic and electronic sound, culminating in a concert of world premieres. Your donation directly supports composers at the start of their professional careers, helping to fund rehearsal time, professional audio/video recordings, and the promotion of their work. By contributing, you are empowering the next generation of artists and ensuring that new, diverse voices continue to shape the future of music.

THE BELTLINE BONES

Formed in 2021, the Beltline Bones have quickly established themselves as a unique and engaging voice in the world of classical chamber music. The ensemble blends the idiom of the trombone quartet with a focus on new music and electronic elements, offering a thought-provoking listening experience unlike any other. Their 2024 EP Audiogenica, released by cmntx records, features a range of commissioned works from composers such as Jay C. Batzner and Isaac Mayhew. The group consists of tenor trombonists Cole Bartels, Justin Coyne, Zach Bethel, and bass trombonist Adam Nissenbaum.

Join us in bringing this project to life! Your support will help composers, performers, and audiences experience something truly new. Donate today and be part of the future of contemporary music.