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Jocelyn Hagen Appointed Composer-in-Residence for Minnesota Choral Artists

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 6
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What happened

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Jocelyn Hagen was appointed composer-in-residence for Minnesota Choral Artists on October 6, 2026. Hagen and Timothy C. Takach founded Graphite Publishing, a platform for digitally distributing music scores that is celebrating its 20th anniversary.

From minnpost.com

Why it matters

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Graphite Publishing operates on a creator-first model, offering competitive royalty rates to artists. The platform publishes works for major ensembles like VocalEssence and Cantus, alongside independent artists like Dessa.

From minnpost.com

Who's involved

  • Jocelyn HagenComposer-in-residence for Minnesota Choral Artists and founder of Graphite Publishing
  • MinnesotaOrganization that appointed Jocelyn Hagen as composer-in-residence
  • VocalEssenceMajor vocal ensemble whose works are published by Graphite Publishing
  • DessaIndependent artist whose works are published by Graphite Publishing
  • CantusEnsemble that collaborated with Jocelyn Hagen and whose works are published by Graphite Publishing

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • VocalEssenceSpeculative

    VocalEssence might see changes in revenue through Graphite Publishing's distribution channel.

  • CantusSpeculative

    Cantus could see changes in contracts or funding related to Graphite Publishing's distribution model.

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