To recognize and thereby encourage and reward excellence in chamber music teaching.
Eligibility is open to all chamber music educators, regardless of where the program is based.
Interested persons are encouraged to apply for themselves or to nominate an out-standing 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. Friday, November 2, 2001.