First Prize is $4000 and Second Prize is $3000, and the People’s Choice Award is $500.
Because of COVID-19, the 36th Annual Competition will be digital with no travel or on-site performance. As a result, entry requirements will be slightly different: A 30-minute video demonstrating the breadth of the ensemble’s repertoire, balancing unusual or avant-garde repertoire with contrasting classical styles. Applications can be made until January 31, 2021 at https://app.getacceptd.com/cmys.
This is a great “stepping stone” for young chamber ensembles. Finalists in our competition have gone on to win first prizes in competitions such as the Banff International String Competition and the Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition. 50% of the ensembles who have competed in our competition are still performing today!
