GMBS Music Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Glenn Miller Birthplace Society
As we have since 1977 GMBS invites high school seniors and college freshmen to participate in the yearly competition. There are two categories: vocalist and instrumentalist musicians and 10 semi-finalists in each category. The top 3 winners will receive 1st place $3,000, 2nd place $2,000 and 3rd place will win $1,000. You can read more about the competition, the experiences of past competitors, video performances to enjoy and find much more information under the 'Scholarship Competition' tab.
Learn more about the competition and find the necessary informational forms and instructions about the competition online.
Eligibility
The competition is open to graduating high school seniors and first-year college students who intend to make music a central part of their future.
Application Requirements
- Applicants must complete the following requirements and have them uploaded to their dropbox by. A follow-up email to Shari once you have uploaded all the required documents will make sure we have received everything you have sent in. Application Form: Enter in only ONE category (instrumental or vocal). Fill out application form completely and legibly, sign, have your parent sign, and return via the “DROPBOX” procedure we have outlined in this document. (Can be found on page 4 of the Scholarship Competition packet)
- Audition Pieces: You will need to upload (2) music selections of your choice on YouTube of contest level material in contrasting styles. Any accompaniment must be limited to piano only.
- Statement of Musical Intent: This is usually 3 to 4 paragraphs about how music will be a central part of your future and why you want to enter the GMBS Competition.
- Travel Information document make sure to provide a copy of your travel itinerary.