The three composers—Michael Gatonska, Thomas Osborne, and Narong Prangcharoen—were among 200 who responded to the call for entries. The submissions were evaluated and sorted by composers Bright Sheng, Libby Larsen, William Kraft, and Pacific Symphony composer in residence Frank Ticheli.
Music director Carl St. Clair chose the final three.
The commission competition was the idea of symphony president John Forsyte, and debuted two years ago.
Lileana Blain-Cruz directs the new production, opening April 23.
The Cuban-born composer is this season's Debs Composer's Chair.
The cast is led by Bryonha Marie and Nathan Gunn, with Tony winner Ted Sperling at the baton.
The season, opening September 21, will include 58 ballets across 21 weeks of performances.
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