divisions – NOLA Chamber Fest

GENERAL COMPETITION INFO

JUNIOR

The Junior Division inspires and motivates through goal-oriented performance and learning opportunities for students in elementary and middle school, offering young musicians gentle, supportive guidance and perspective on playing their instruments individually and with others. Participants are introduced to the world of chamber music, attend concerts featuring professional ensembles, and are encouraged to seek out instruction and guidance from local music educators as they continue on this rewarding path.

ELIGIBILITY

Junior Division ensembles consist of students who are in 4th-8th grades during the 2022-2023 academic school year.
Division determination is based on the highest grade level in the ensemble. For example, if three members of a quartet are in 4th-8th grade and the fourth member is in high school, your ensemble should enter in the High School Division.
Each entering chamber ensemble should consist of 2 – 6 performers.
Musicians who currently reside in Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia, and Florida are eligible to apply.

DEADLINES + FEES

Sunday, January 29, 2023 early bird registration ends at 11:59 PM $60 per ensemble.

Sunday, February 26, 2023 registration ends at 11:59 PM $120 per ensemble.

All registration fees are nonrefundable. Please email us with any questions or concerns regarding the registration fee. NOLA Chamber Fest will do its best to assist you with any concerns regarding financial needs.

REPERTOIRE REQUIREMENTS

Click the link below to view our PDF of all repertoire requirements for your division!

PRIZES

Per Ensemble
Medals and Winners Certificate for 1st, 2nd and 3rd prize winners.

INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION FEE

Free admission to Opening Night with Akropolis Reed Quintet.
Free access to Power Hour with Akropolis Reed Quintet.
Free access to the Winners Masterclass with Aizuri Quartet.
Participation in the Junior Division Masterclass with Aizuri Quartet.
Free admission to Festival Finale with Aizuri Quartet. plus one voucher for a parent or friend.

BARBARA PHILLEO

HIGH SCHOOL

The Barbara Philleo High School Division inspires and motivates through goal-oriented performance and learning opportunities for high school students, offering young musicians guidance and perspective on performing with others, introducing them to the world of chamber music, providing opportunities to hear concerts by professional ensembles, and encouraging them to continue to express their own unique voices through music and collaboration.

ELIGIBILITY

High School Division ensembles consist of students who are in 9th-12th grade during the 2022-2023 academic school year. If you have any questions about your ensemble’s eligibility, please do not hesitate to contact Programming Director Benjamin Atherholt at ben@lyricabaroque.com.
Each entering chamber ensemble should consist of 2 – 6 performers.
The High School Division is open to any ensemble whose members reside in Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia, and Florida are eligible to apply.

DEADLINES + FEES

Sunday, January 29, 2023 early bird registration ends at 11:59 PM $100 per ensemble.

Sunday, February 26, 2023 registration ends at 11:59 PM $200 per ensemble.

REPERTOIRE REQUIREMENTS

Click the link below to view our PDF of all repertoire requirements for your division!

PRIZES

per ensemble

1st Prize – $500 cash & Winners Masterclass Performance The winning ensemble will be able to participate remotely or in person for this hybrid masterclass.
2nd prize – $400 cash & Winners Masterclass Performance The winning ensemble will be able to participate remotely or in person for this hybrid masterclass.
3rd prize – $300 cash.
2 Honorable Mention Awards $150 cash each

INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION FEE

Free admission to Opening Night with Akropolis Reed Quintet.
Free access to Power Hour with Akropolis Reed Quintet.
Free access to the Winners Masterclass with Aizuri Quartet.
Free admission to Festival Finale with Aizuri Quartet.

Drs. Ranney & Emel Songu Mize and Jonathan McCall

PERFORMING ARTISTS

The Performing Artists Division is for collegiate ensembles seeking performance goals, motivation, community, technical and interpretive feedback, perspectives on professionalism, and industry specific guidance. This division encourages ensembles to serve as leaders by inspiring younger groups through confidence, preparation, camaraderie and ambition. Ensembles from across the country motivate each other, and have the opportunity to immerse themselves in New Orleans’ thriving chamber music community.

ELIGIBILITY

The Performing Artists Division includes ensembles where the majority of its members are enrolled in an undergraduate, associates or master’s degree program during the 2022-2023 academic school year.
Each entering chamber ensemble should consist of 2 – 6 performers. The Performing Artists Division is open to any ensemble enrolled in a United States music program during the 2022-2023 academic year.
Ensembles entering in the Performing Artists Division may not have a faculty or staff member as part of their ensemble.

DEADLINES + FEES

Sunday, January 29, 2023 early bird registration ends at 11:59 PM $125 per ensemble.

Sunday, February 26, 2023 registration ends at 11:59 PM $250 per ensemble.

REPERTOIRE REQUIREMENTS

Click the link below to view our PDF of all repertoire requirements for your division!

PRIZES

per ensemble

1st Prize – $2,000 cash & Winners Masterclass Performance The winning ensemble will be able to participate remotely or in person for this hybrid masterclass.
2nd prize – $1,500 cash & Winners Masterclass Performance The winning ensemble will be able to participate remotely or in person for this hybrid masterclass.
3rd prize – $1,000 cash
Honorable Mention – $500 cash

INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION FEE

Free admission to Opening Night with Akropolis Reed Quintet.
Free access to Power Hour with Akropolis Reed Quintet.
Free access to the Winners Masterclass with Aizuri Quartet.
Free admission to Festival Finale with Aizuri Quartet.

New Orleans Friends of Music

EMERGING ENSEMBLE

The Emerging Ensemble Division is designed for graduate and young professional ensembles working to build a career in chamber music through goal-oriented competition and performance opportunities, exposure and networking. Ensembles looking to stay together beyond one semester, reach a broader community, and/or engage more seriously in the chamber music industry are encouraged to enter this division. Young professional musicians embarking on a chamber music career from across the country meet other motivated ensembles, learn new skills for advancing their careers, and immerse themselves in New Orleans’ thriving chamber music community.

ELIGIBILITY

The Emerging Ensemble Division includes groups whose members are enrolled in a post master’s degree program (i.e. artist diploma, performing artist certificate or doctorate), and/or post-graduates not currently enrolled in a university or conservatory program, actively pursuing and/or maintaining a career in music.
All members must be 40 years of age or younger by February 26, 2023.
Each entering chamber ensemble should consist of 2 – 6 performers.
The Emerging Ensemble Division is open to any ensemble currently residing in the United States.

DEADLINES + FEES

Sunday, January 29, 2023 early bird registration ends at 11:59 PM $150 per ensemble.

Sunday, February 26, 2023 registration ends at 11:59 PM $300 per ensemble.

REPERTOIRE REQUIREMENTS

Click the link below to view our PDF of all repertoire requirements for your division!

PRIZES

Per Ensemble

1st Prize – $3,500 cash Presented in concert in New Orleans before Dec. 31, 2025.
2nd prize – $1,500 cash.

INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION FEE

Free admission to Opening Night with Akropolis Reed Quintet.
Free access to Power Hour with Akropolis Reed Quintet.
Free access to the Winners Masterclass with Aizuri Quartet.
Free admission to Festival Finale with Aizuri Quartet.