What is smallforms?

smallforms is a concert series and music label for contemporary and experimental forms of music based in Vienna. Our monthly program consists of recording sessions in the afternoon and public live sets in the evening. Since 10 years, smallforms is following the idea to move beyond genres, to challenge attitudes of listening and to establish opportunities of networking and international outreach for independent musicians and sound artists.

Open Call

For the year 2026 (March – December) we are looking for new proposals to be presented live as part of our annual programme — with the option to apply also for an additional recording-session on the same day, which will be released on digital platforms via our label.

Who can apply?

The call is open for musicians, sound artists and performers dealing with sound. We are especially looking for diverse approaches to live situations and public encounter. The call focuses on proposals that expand formula of working with sound and music, joyfully explore various notions of voice, noise and instrumental and move beyond commodifying logics in music-making.

How to apply?

Please send the following material:
(1) audio and video links.
(2) short text (max. 600 characters!) about your proposal.
(3) short cvs of all participants.

In case of interest of live act + recording session, please let us know in the application.

Facts:

1 – 3 artists / proposal
Payment: At this point, we can confirm a fee of 400 Euro/ per person
30 – 60min / live set

Deadline: 30. November 2025

Contact: office@smallforms.org

smallforms.org
smallforms.org/open-call-2026
smallforms.bandcamp.com
www.instagram.com/smallforms

Curated by Alisa Beck and Gustavo Petek

kindly supported by:
Stadt Wien Kultur MA7
BMWKMS
SKE