<p>Why would the string quartet have to be ‘relatively simple?’ You have until Dec. 1 at the earliest to submit your scores and recordings for these programs. That should be plenty of time to compose, rehearse and record.</p>
<p>I have to agree with Stephmin and rigaudon, however. It’s unclear whether or not you understand what these composition departments are about. You may be setting yourself up to be miserable, if admitted.</p>