Submission
Call for Papers · Call for Music · Call for Installations
Date
CALL FOR CONTRIBUTIONS
Papers, music and installations
SUBMISSION DEADLINE
All categories, 23:59 Rome
NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE
All categories
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ICSC 2026 - Trapani, Sicily
Conference
Call for Contributions
Submission Overview
We are currently accepting submissions of papers, music and installations encompassing all aspects of Csound.
Call for Papers
Papers
We encourage the submission of papers covering a wide range of subjects related to Csound. The areas of interest encompass, but are not restricted to, the following:
Exploring Csound's educational potential
Innovations in sound synthesis and processing techniques
Introduction of new Csound features and opcodes
Development of fresh interfaces, front ends, and development environments for Csound
Real-time implementation of Csound
Utilizing Csound on embedded systems
Live coding utilizing Csound
Performer skills in Live-electronics
Integration of Csound into web-based applications
Algorithmic composition with Csound
Unleashing creativity and fostering interdisciplinary collaborations through Csound projects
All papers are to be submitted using the Microsoft CMT conference system and will undergo a double-blind peer-review process conducted by a qualified papers review committee.
The maximum length for papers is four pages, including the abstract, figures, tables, and references.
To ensure a fair double-blind peer-review, manuscripts should not contain the names or affiliations of the authors.
The submission portal will be available soon. Full submission guidelines will be published here when the call opens.
The Microsoft CMT service was used for managing the peer-reviewing process for this conference. This service was provided for free by Microsoft and they bore all expenses, including costs for Azure cloud services as well as for software development and support.
Talks: Each talk has a 20 minutes slot with 15 minutes of presentation time and a 5 minute discussion.
In the room we will provide a projector with HDMI and stereo sound via a mini-jack cable. Each presenter should bring their own laptop.
Templates
Manuscript Preparation
Manuscripts should be prepared using the provided templates, which include detailed formatting guidelines.
Call for Music
Music
Pieces are welcome in all styles, created using Csound. All pieces will be reviewed in a double-blind process by a qualified music review committee.
Electronic music on fixed medium
Live-electronics
Mixed pieces for instrument(s) and electronics
Electronic music with a visual component
Multiple pieces can be submitted by individuals, but only one piece per author will be accepted.
Please note that the maximum duration for music submissions is 11 minutes; shorter pieces may have a better chance of being accepted. Submissions in these categories should be compatible with a maximum quadraphonic setup; other loudspeaker configurations will not be available.
For pieces involving live performance, composers are expected to provide their own equipment. A list of available performers and instruments will be provided soon; however, it may not be possible to accommodate all selected works with the available performers.
Submissions are to be made through the Microsoft CMT conference system. Please attach the completed music template, ensuring that all fields are appropriately filled out.
In the submission template, there is a section provided to include links to previous work or other supporting materials. Please use permanent links such as Google Drive or Dropbox, and avoid links that will expire, such as WeTransfer.
Loudspeakers
4 × Genelec 1030A nearfield monitors
4 × QSC E112 full-range speakers
Subwoofers available (Genelec 7360A, QSC E118)
Audio Interfaces and Mixing
RME UFX+ audio interface
Yamaha QL1 digital mixer
Additional analog mixers available
Microphones
Selection of condenser and dynamic microphones (Neumann, AKG, Shure, Rode)
Call for Installations
Installations
Installations are welcome in all formats and approaches involving Csound. Proposals will be reviewed by a qualified review committee.
Multiple installations can be submitted by individuals, but only one proposal per author will be accepted.
We are currently evaluating available locations for sound installations. More information will be provided soon.
Acceptance will depend on the feasibility of the proposed installation; proposals that are technically self-contained and require minimal setup may have a better chance of being accepted.
Submissions are to be made through the Microsoft CMT conference system. Please attach the completed installation template, ensuring that all fields are appropriately filled out.
In the submission template, there is a section provided to include links to previous work or other supporting materials. Please use permanent links such as Google Drive or Dropbox, and avoid links that will expire, such as WeTransfer.
Proposals should include relevant documentation and supporting materials.
If you have specific questions about the available spaces, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Contact
General Inquiries
For any inquiries regarding submissions, music proposals, installations, or general participation, please contact: