OPEN CALL for the 46th annual Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival
CALL FOR ENTRIES
The Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival is now taking submissions to be featured as the 46th annual program cover artist. Open to any artist, the HCCMF is looking for an original painting, drawing, or digital illustration that showcases 2027’s theme: Strings/ Piano. The selected work will be donated to the festival and join the collection of past cover art on permanent display at the Highlands Performing Arts Center. The Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival is a premier summer classical music event on the Western North Carolina plateau, celebrated for bringing world-class artists to an intimate mountain setting. Founded in 1982, it’s mission is to enhance the cultural landscape of Western North Carolina through classical performances, educational outreach, and community engagement (including school and senior center residencies).
Submission Guidelines
Entry Deadline: December 13, 2026 Work Delivery Deadline: January 30, 2027 Please email your submission to zrogers@thebascom.org Submisson email to includeArtist Name Title Medium Dimensions
2026 Cover Artist Richard Bordeaux