New Downbeat is a Cincinnati-based new music collective featuring women musicians who perform works exclusively by living composers. This collective was formed in 2019 with the dual mission of creating a professional space for women musicians, while simultaneously commissioning and performing works by living composers. Since its inaugural concert, New Downbeat has commissioned, collaborated on, and performed 49 new music premieres written by their Composers in Residence.
Currently in season six as a new music collective, New Downbeat’s roster includes 37 musicians, 9 composers, and is administered by Directors Caroline Sackleh, Alexis Shambley and Julianna Eidle.