[Dixielandjazz] Chamber Music of America Grants for Jazz

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Establish a relationship with the program director
over these grants to get the help you need and go for it!

Rarely are there grants awarded to ensembles, especially for
commissioning of new works and presenting! See list of former grantees
below.


MUSIC

Deadline Feb. 26th for Chamber Music America Jazz Ensemble Grants.
Applying ensembles must consist of a core of musicians who perform
original music that includes jazz improvisation, have a demonstrated
history of performing together as a jazz ensemble, and range in size
from two to ten members. Grants range from $10,000 to $15,000 and
include a commission fee and ensemble honorarium. In addition, funds are
available to grantees for conducting community-based audience engagement
projects. For more information, contact: Al Pryor, (212) 242-2022 ext.
14, or visit on the Web at <http://www.chamber-music.org/>.