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This is the online application page for the Chesapeake Chamber Music Competition. Before starting your application, please review all competition details, including the terms & conditions for Finalist Ensembles, found on the following webpage:

https://chesapeakemusic.org/competition

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Application Period: September 1 – December 15, 2025


Live Final Round Weekend: April 10–12, 2026
at The Ebenezer Theater in Easton, Maryland
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Prizes

Lerman Gold Prize: *$10,000 plus paid performance at the 41st Chesapeake Chamber Music Festival in June 2026
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Silver Prize: $5,000

Remaining Finalists: $1,000 each
Audience Choice Award: $1,000

*For the Lerman Gold Prize-winning ensemble, though it cannot be guaranteed, Chesapeake Music endeavors to also arrange one or two additional paid performances through other presenters in the region during the Festival period.

All finalists will receive feedback/critique from the judges, as well as an additional 60-minute concert opportunity during the live final round weekend. Chesapeake Music invites other presenters and promoters to the live final round weekend, as well as through Chesapeake Music's live stream (also broadcasted by The Violin Channel), creating additional exposure for each Finalist Ensemble.

Lodging and select meals during the live final round weekend will be provided by Chesapeake Music. Local travel on the Eastern Shore will also be provided by Chesapeake Music.


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For technical questions, please visit the Acceptd Help Desk.
For competition questions, please email info@chesapeakemusic.org.