Chesapeake International Chamber Music Competition United States | Easton Posted 04 Sep 2025 Competitions Timpani and Percussion Biennial International Chamber Music Competition Apply by Dec 15 Live Final Round April 10–12, 2026 in Easton, MD • Aimed at young, emerging professional chamber ensembles (3-5 ensemble members with few restrictions on instrumentation; average age must be no older than 30) • Gold Prize winner: $10,000 plus paid performance at the Chesapeake Chamber Music Festival (Easton, MD) in June 2026 • Silver Prize: $5,000 • Audience Choice Prize: $1,000 • Finalist Ensembles that do not receive Gold or Silver Prize receive $1,000 honorarium • Finalist Ensembles participating in the Live Final Round receive free housing, select meals, local travel, a private critique/feedback session with judges, additional performance opportunities, and significant exposure to other presenters/promoters Application fee is $40 per ensemble member (e.g., $160 for quartet) From 02 Sep 2025 to 12 Apr 2026 VISIT WEBSITE
