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the Small Ensemble Music Community

Chamber Music America develops and supports an evolving chamber music field through grant programs, professional development services, publications, networking events, an annual conference, and more.

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What We Offer

CMA’s programs serve ensembles, concert presenters, composers, chamber music advocates, and industry professionals working in a wide range of musical traditions, including jazz, classical, contemporary, and non-Western styles.

Creative Engagement & Social Innovation

Through public programs like Sound Journeys and Sounds of Houston, CMA helps link artists to networks, organizations, and educational programs.

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CMA's 2026 Conference in Chicago

Each year, Chamber Music America unites the leaders driving artistic excellence, organizational resilience, and field-wide innovation. Registration for our 2026 offering in Chicago is now open.

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Chamber Music Magazine

An essential resource for musicians, presenters, composers, artists managers, educators, and other chamber music enthusiasts.

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Become a Member

A CMA membership connects you to thousands of other small ensemble music professionals. Benefits include exclusive funding opportunities, full access to Chamber Music Magazine, discounted conference registration, and more.

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Metropolitan Horn Authority / photo: Jonathan Sugarman

Member Spotlight

Stratøs

Ensemble Member since 2022

The recent compositions of Stratøs (a name that encompasses the artistic endeavors of Eddie Codrington) have netted him the Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Award for three consecutive years (2019-21), as well as a National Sawdust New Works commission in 2020.

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Our Impact

For nearly 50 years, Chamber Music America has connected and supported an evolving chamber music field through professional development services, networking opportunities, grant programs, publications, an annual conference, and more. In 2025 alone, CMA provided a total of $1,261,350 to 338 musicians and 20 presenting organizations in more than 20 states. Since its inception, CMA has supported the creation of more than 580 new compositions in a broad range of styles and musical traditions.

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Trio Magnoliana during the 2025 Conference / photo: Melissa Taylor

News & Resources

Articles, Press Releases, How-To Content, and More

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Fall 2025

Features | January 7, 2026

Let’s Not Be Precious About It

Composer Caroline Shaw and choreographer Pam Tanowitz in conversation.

Now Playing Winter 2026

Selected New Releases from CMA Members.

CMA Launches New Program to Build Ensemble Longevity and Viability

A new program will fund to 10 jazz ensembles and provide enrollment in a new 10-week professional-development curriculum.

Upcoming Deadlines

03/31/2026

Early Bird Registration for CMA's 2026 Conference Ends March 31!

This August, join us in Chicago for three days of interactive sessions, peer exchange, and industry-specific commerce.

CMA Members receive at least $200 off standard passes. On the ticket page, log in to your account to add Member passes to your cart. Not a CMA Member? Join today to start receiving benefits, including discounted Conference registration!

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04/16/2026

Thea Musgrave Performance Fund

The Thea Musgrave Performance Fund, created in partnership with the composer, supports ensembles performing her more than 60 chamber works. Up to 10 awards, ranging from $1,000 to $5,000, will be distributed to ensembles that perform at least one work by Musgrave on their concert program.

Applications are due Thursday, April 16, 11:59 PM ET.

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02/26/2026

New Jazz Works

The New Jazz Works program provides grants to jazz ensembles supporting the creation, performance, and recording of new jazz works.

An active CMA Organization-level Membership is required to apply for this program. Not a member yet? Join Today!