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2023 Conference: Connect | Transform | Inspire


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Giancarlo Esposito to Deliver Keynote Address at CMA 2023 Conference

Chamber Music America Awards Over $600,000 in Commissioning Grants

CMA CEO on VIENNA live! with Simeon Morrow
Upcoming Deadlines
03/30/2023
New Jazz Works Application Deadline
Grants to jazz ensembles based in the U.S., its territories, and Indian country, supporting the creation, performance, and recording of new jazz works
04/13/2023
Classical Commissioning Application Deadline
Grants to professional U.S.-based presenters and ensembles whose programming includes Western European and/or non-Western classical and contemporary music.
Note: Final year of the program in its current format.
05/11/2023
2024 Conference Session Proposal
In preparation for its 2024 Conference (January 18-21 in New York City), CMA invites speakers to propose sessions on relevant topics in the field.