To recognize and thereby encourage and reward excellence in chamber music teaching. The Award, granted annually, recognizes educators with outstanding programs working with children in primary and secondary grades including independent studios, private school teachers, community music school teachers and youth orchestras.
Eligibility is open to all chamber music educators as described above.
Interested persons are encouraged to apply for themselves or to nominate an outstanding chamber music educator they feel is deserving of such recognition. For these awards, the term chamber music will mean organized educational programs for small ensembles, vocal or instrumental, that are usually performer-directed rather than conducted, and generally one on a part. Although jazz ensembles can be regarded as chamber music, they will not be included in this award program. Programs will be judged on quality, creativity, innova-tion, how well they meet stated objectives, effectiveness relative to the resources of the school and community, audience building, educational integrity and community impact. Full Application - Friday, November 2, 2001.