Artists-in-Training Advanced Study Scholarship Auditions

Bayer Fund Artists-in-Training Advanced Study Auditions Application 2021

This scholarship was created by Bayer Fund and Opera Theatre of Saint Louis to facilitate and promote the continuing education for graduates of the Artists-in-Training program. The scholarship is open to all AIT students who have completed their high school diploma and are engaged in applied vocal/music studies in college or privately. This is a competitive scholarship, and it is possible that numerous applicants or none might be selected for an award in a given year. This scholarship also is limited in its financial resources. Eligible candidates may apply once each year. No student may accrue more than $20,000 of total winnings over the span of this program.
Application Process
Applications are accepted no later than June 4, 2021. Review and adjudication will take place Tuesday, June 22, 2021 starting at 1:00 PM on Zoom. Notification of results will be made by mail no later than July 1, 2021. Awards are sent directly to the institution, or to the private vocal instructor.
Eligibility
Applicants must have participated in the Artists-in-Training program for a minimum of one academic year and must have a high school diploma. Applicants must possess a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or greater, must be between 17 and 26 years of age and must be actively studying voice. Returning applicants who have accrued $20,000 of scholarship support from the Advanced Study Scholarship are not eligible to audition.
Auditions
All candidates must audition for Opera Theatre staff. No award will be given without an audition. The audition should consist of 1-2 contrasting pieces performed from memory. Repertoire selections may be made from opera, art song and oratorio. Candidates will be contacted to schedule an audition after submitting applications. Determinations for awards are based on merit, need, and vocal proficiency.
Scholarship Guidelines
Awards may be used for applied vocal/music studies, expenses incurred in college investigation/preparation activities such as testing fees, registration fees, audition/travel expenses, etc. After such activity is approved by Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, disbursement of funds can be made upon receipt of documentation which certifies either actual or anticipated costs. Expenses not allowed include but are not limited to: personal living expenses, leisure travel, personal charge accounts or other personal debts or expenses.
Application Instructions
Incomplete applications and/or failure to adhere to the application instructions will result in the disqualification of a candidate’s application. A complete application must include an education transcript. Transcripts of the most recent year completed must be mailed directly from the institution to Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, Attn: Morgan Fisher, Education and Engagement Coordinator, 210 Hazel Avenue, Saint Louis, Missouri 63119, or emailed to mfisher@opera-stl.org.

Artists-in-Training is supported by BayerFund

Opera Theatre of Saint Louis is funded in part by the Regional Arts Commission, Arts and Education Council, National Endowment for the Arts, and the Missouri Arts Council.

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Student Name*
First Last
Permanent Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Other Address (if applicable)
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Home Phone #*
Cell Phone
Email*
Date of Birth*
Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
Parent or Other Contact Name*
First Last
Relationship*
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Home Phone #*
Alternative Phone #
Voice Type*
Educational History*
Name of Institution Address Years Attended Year Graduated Degree or Diploma

Please include High school, College/University studies and private instruction.
Voice or Other Private Music Lessons*
Year Teacher Where Phone
Other Scholarships, Awards, or Leadership Positions You Have Held:
Award or Position Year Scholarship Amount or Responsibiliies
Why is this line of study important to you? What are your immediate educational and professional plans?*
Describe the musical activities in which you participate*
ex: choir, band, orchestra, church choir etc. Please include the name of the ensemble and director, if possible.
Cost of Individual Lesson*
Number of Lessons*
Number of lessons in one year of applied vocal/music instruction
Total Annual Cost
$0.00
List other financial aid/scholarships you have received and others for which you have applied:
Award or Position Received or Applied
How will you benefit from this award?*
i.e. Will you be able to attend a competition? Will your voice or piano proficiency increase?
Do you participate in community or volunteer organizations?*
If yes, please name them and tell us what you do to participate.
Why should you be considered for this award?*
CERTIFICATION*
- Agree
I certify that the information contained in this application is original and true to the best of my knowledge and is completed by my own hand.
Date of Submission*
Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY

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