CAMDEN — Bay Chamber is accepting applications for two programs that honor outstanding young Maine musicians.

The Young Stars of Maine Award program and Envision Workshop recognize, encourage and reward music students who are serious in their study and performance of music.

The opportunities are part of Bay Chamber’s 60-year tradition of lifting up young musicians through educational and performance opportunities, according to a news release from Tamara Kerrill Field. Previous award winners and workshop participants have gone on to perform professionally and earn advanced music degrees.

The Young Stars of Maine program awards prizes to students aged 12-25 ranging from $500 to $1,000. Among the nine categories are awards for soloists and ensembles, classical and jazz musicians. Applicants who advance to the next level will be granted a live audition on Sunday, May 4, and prize winners will perform a Thursday, May 22, prize winners’ concert in Bay Chamber’s Hammer Hall.

There is a $40 application fee and a deadline of Friday, April 11.

The Envision Workshop is a weeklong immersive chamber music seminar from Aug. 4-8. Open to string and piano students ages 9-18, the workshop is designed to inspire musical and personal growth while giving participants a chance to get to know other young musicians. The program concludes with a final concert for friends and family. There is a $50 application fee and a deadline of Friday, April 25.

For more information visit baychamber.org.

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