Studio V, Washington DC Competitors

Lyrica Baroque is a unique gathering of artists who perform and educate as a special kind of chamber ensemble. Dedicated to supporting a diverse community of students, teachers, artists, institutions and audiences through education, collaboration and performance, Lyrica Baroque promotes the extraordinary classical musical and operatic history of New Orleans by performing accessible chamber music at the highest level of artistic excellence. Lyrica Baroque's intimate, creative and vocally inspired programs offer creativity, collaboration and artistic excellence, inspiring audiences of all ages with new and exciting experiences in classical music.

The Euclid Quartet, a dynamic ensemble known for performances filled with personality and vibrant color, is recognized as one of the most well-regarded chamber ensembles in its generation. Captivating audiences and critics ranging from Carnegie Hall to school classrooms to radio and television broadcasts, the quartet has performed to great acclaim across the country. The highlights of the Euclid Quartet's career include its significant international recognition as the only American string quartet to be awarded a top prize at the prestigious Osaka International Chamber Music Competition since 1993. Prior to its victory in Japan, the quartet also won numerous competitions in the U.S., such as the Hugo Kauder International Competition for String Quartets and Carmel Chamber Music Competition. Most recently, the Euclid Quartet has been awarded the prominent "American Masterpieces" grant from the National Endowment for the Arts. Formed in Ohio in 1998, the Euclid Quartet takes its name from the famous Euclid Avenue in Cleveland, home to a wealth of artistic and cultural institutions. Within three years, the group became one of only three ensembles awarded the String Quartet Fellowship to participate at the Aspen Music Festival, where the quartet was invited to return for the summer concert season in 2006. In addition, the Euclid Quartet has appeared in other festivals, including the Kent/Blossom Festival, the Orford music Festival, the Great Lakes Chamber Music Festival, and the Audubon Quartet Seminar. Apart from performing string quartets, the Euclid Quartet has also collaborated with internationally renowned artists, such as Joseph Silverstein, Jennifer Ringo, and members of the Cleveland Quartet. In 2007, the Euclid Quartet was appointed the Quartet-in-Residence at Indiana University South Bend, where four of them teach private lessons and coach chamber music. The quartet is committed to exposing young audiences to the joy of chamber music, and frequently perform programs tailored towards children, including a ...

The Olympic Music Festival, now preparing for its 43rd season August 8-30, 2026, is based in the historic, Victorian-era seaport of Port Townsend, Washington, and is considered one of the Northwest’s premier chamber music events. The Olympic Music Festival's mission is committed to presenting chamber music performed at the highest level, engaging the widest audience possible through innovative and emotionally powerful programming, and pioneering education programs that empower emerging young musicians to shape the future of music. The Olympic Music Festival (OMF) cultivates an appreciation of music with programs curated by OMF Artistic Director Julio Elizalde, who provides a long-term vision for the organization. His working relationships with world-renowned musicians enable him to craft varied and exciting programs. The OMF brings musicians from across the globe to collaborate during weeklong artist residencies, culminating in public performances during the summer series. Preconcert open rehearsals and post-concert Q&As with resident artists promote connections between the audience members and the musicians. Musicians share educational insights, including nuances of composition, biographical details of composers, and the historical contexts in which the works were written. The Olympic Chamber Music Fellowship—an educational program spearheaded by Elizalde in 2015—provides exceptional young musicians invaluable experience through professional level rehearsals and performances. Fellows are chosen through a highly competitive audition process to collaborate with world-class artists during the two-week program. Private mentoring sessions and group discussions further reinforce the skills necessary to embark on a professional career in chamber music. The Olympic Music Festival has been voted "Best Classical Music Festival" by readers of The Seattle Weekly.