Scholarships
and Awards
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Scholarships |
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Awards
This application must be returned to the Apple For The Teacher chairman by March 15, 2010.Some suggested uses for the award are instrument repair, tuning, transportation to concerts, instrument purchases, posters, tapes, music, musical games, etc. Download online application in PDF format NEW! 2008 Recipients Announced
Ruth Kreuser Music Scholarship This is a $500 scholarship designed specifically for students between ages The application deadline is March 15, 2010. Perhaps you have an outstanding student with the necessary qualifications who can Download online application in PDF format
Citation Award The citation award is presented in even-numbered years to those who demonstrate distinguished service to the cultural, musical and artistic life of the nation (for the national award) or the community, as exemplified through the aims of the NFMC, may be nominated. The names of active officers and chairmen of either National Federation of Music Clubs or State Federations may not be considered for Citations.
Jr. Composers Jr. Composers is a competition with winners and cash prizes at the state, regional and national levels. There are 1st and 2nd place winners in each of the four categories whose compositions are forwarded to the North Central Region. In addition to the possibility of monetary awards, each entrant receives a rating sheet, and points towards earning a gold cup as in the performance area of the Junior Festivals. This competition is for all junior composers whether they are experienced in composing or just beginning. Entrants do not need to be studying composition. Any member of a Junior Club or any Individual Junior member of the WFMC is eligible. Students through the age of 18, at any level of ability and through any medium may enter a composition. Previous entries have included everything from an 8 measure piano piece to a 20 minute piano quartet; from ragtime to new age; from pieces with very simple rhythm to those with amazing complexity. There is a great educational benefit for students who try to create music and “get it down on paper.” If you have students who like to make up songs, please encourage them to write their ideas down and enter the competition. In addition, please note that there is an opportunity for entrants in classes III and IV to attend the Junior Composer’s Institute sponsored by the North Central Region of the NFMC. First and second place winners in these two categories are eligible to receive a scholarship from the Wisconsin Federation of Music Clubs towards payment of tuition and fees. Download Junior Composer's Application Alternate site for people who have difficulty downloading the application from the state web site Junior Composer's 2010 Winners Junior Composer's 2009 Winners Junior Composer's 2008 Winners
Stillman-Kelley The Stillman-Kelley competitions and awards are an annual national award. More information and applications are available on the national site here. Wisconsin is proud that our 2007 state winner, Riley McKinch, finished in second place nationally. You can hear Riley's audition pieces below: 32 Variations on an Original Theme, WoO 80 - Beethoven Etude in F Major, Op. 10, No. 8 - Chopin |
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