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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Members of CMA Grantee Ensemble, Edward Simon & Afinidad Perform at CMA Concert, National Sawdust 2017 / photo: CMA

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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Grants & Awards

Funding opportunities for small ensembles and concert presenters.
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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.

Member Spotlight

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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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News & Resources

Articles, Press Releases, How-To Content, and More
In the News
Announcement | June 24, 2025
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
Research + Insights | June 25, 2025
Final Report: Sounds of Houston
Sonic memoirs developed to preserve narratives, soundscapes & music in Houston communities
Upcoming Deadlines

No Program deadlines at this time.

Check chambermusicamerica.org/grants for updates!