Strengthening
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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Submit Nominations for CMA Awards

Each year, CMA celebrates outstanding achievements in the small ensemble music community via our annual awards. Award recipients will receive a $1,000 prize, commemorative plaque, and complimentary CMA membership for one year.

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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

In the News

Blog | October 21, 2025

CMA Acquires CelloBello

CelloBello, founded by renowned cellist Paul Katz, begins a new chapter within CMA

CMA Responds to NEA Funding Rescissions

Together with the Sewell Family Foundation, CMA will provide relief for orgs & ensembles reeling from NEA funding cuts

Announcing $543,000 in Grants for New Jazz and Classical Compositions

Announcing $543,000 in grant funding through the 2025 New Jazz Works and Classical Commissioning programs

Upcoming Deadlines

02/26/2026

Apply to New Jazz Works

CMA is now accepting applications for its 2026 New Jazz Works program. The program provides grants to jazz ensembles supporting the creation, performance, and recording of new jazz works. Applications will be accepted through Thursday, February 26, 2026, 11:59 PM ET.

An active CMA Organization membership is required to apply for this program. Join today!

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02/19/2026

Empowerment for Impact & Growth

Empowerment for Impact and Growth is a new grant initiative designed to help jazz ensembles thrive. This program offers $20,000 financial support for recording projects as well as enrollment in a new 10-week, six-session professional development series, Impact Accelerator.

Applications for the Empowerment for Impact and Growth program are being accepted through Thursday, February 19, 2026, 11:59 PM ET. An active CMA organization-level membership is required to apply. Join today!