Application Information Mosaic Scholarship An Instrumental Scholarship for African-American and Latino Students
Mosaic Scholarship The Applica on Form, Essay and Le ers of Recommenda on must be postmarked no later than April 15. Audi ons will be held in May. Mail to: Grand Rapids Symphony w A en on: Mosaic Scholarship 300 O awa Ave. NW, Suite 100 w Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 What is the Mosaic Scholarship? The Mosaic Scholarship provides talented African-American and La no students with a unique experience to become immersed in the world of classical music. Scholarship recipients receive private, one-on-one lessons with a Grand Rapids Symphony musician, concert ckets for the Mosaic Scholar and their family, and much more. Funds for the Mosaic Scholarship were made possible through a gi from the Kellogg Founda on, which is managed by the Grand Rapids Community Founda on, and administered by the Grand Rapids Symphony. Who is eligible to apply for the Mosaic Scholarship? Any African-American or La no instrumental student ages 12-18 (with at least one year of high school remaining) living in or a ending elementary, middle or high school in Kent County, and who has been playing their instrument for more than one year is eligible to apply for the scholarship. What is the applica on process? Students and their parent/guardian must complete the Applica on Form. Student applicants must include at least two (2) signed le ers of recommenda on. One le er must be from the student s school music instructor. For elementary school students the second le er must be from the student s classroom teacher. Addi onal le ers are strongly encouraged and can be submi ed from a pastor or other religious leader, coach, principal, or leader of another organiza on with which the student regularly par cipates. Le ers should not be from a parent, guardian or family member. Students must also write an essay: NEW APPLICANTS: Essay should include the importance of music in their lives and why they would like to be selected as a Mosaic Scholar. RETURNING MOSAIC SCHOLARS: Essay should include why the Mosaic Scholarship is important to them and what they have valued in the previous year. Are there restric ons concerning which instruments applicants can audi on on? All students are welcome to audi on, but preference will be given to instruments commonly used in the modern symphony orchestra (violin, viola, cello, bass, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, French horn, trumpet, trombone, tuba, percussion, harp).
How are the Mosaic Scholarship winners selected? The winners will be selected by audi on. The audi on commi ee is comprised of Grand Rapids Symphony musicians and staff. Following the audi ons, students will be no fied by mail if they are a Mosaic Scholarship recipient. What are students required to play for their audi on? Students are required to play two (2) pieces of contras ng style (e.g. Fast/Slow, Baroque/Roman c, etc.) Any music acceptable for the Solo and Ensemble audi ons is also acceptable for the Mosaic Scholarship audi ons. Students should consult with their school music instructor to select their repertoire for the audi on. If I am a Mosaic Scholarship recipient, how will I pick a teacher and when will my lessons start? Grand Rapids Symphony staff will pair each Mosaic Scholarship recipient with a GR Symphony musician who will be their teacher. It is the responsibility of the Mosaic Scholar and the teacher to contact each other to select a mutually agreeable date and me for lessons. How will the scholarships be paid out? Your scholarship money will be paid directly to your teacher. Is there anything else that I should know? Yes! In addi on to receiving money for your lessons and studying with a Grand Rapids Symphony musician, being a Mosaic Scholar provides you with a number of opportuni es that will be available only to you! Here are some highlights: 1. A end open rehearsals sit on stage next to your teacher for a GRS rehearsal to hear what it s like to be in a professional orchestra. 2. A end GRS concerts FOR FREE! - as a Mosaic Scholar, you and your family will be eligible to receive complementary ckets to select GRS concerts. 3. Meet GRS Guest Ar sts get the opportunity to meet and speak with select guest ar sts who are performing with the GRS. Find out everything you ever wanted to know about being a soloist and how they got there! 4. Music books and supplies all your music books and supplies as selected by your teacher for the me you are a Mosaic Scholar will also be provided free of charge. 5. Instrument Rental if you do not own an instrument and are currently paying to rent one, your scholarship will also cover the cost of your instrument rental while you are a Mosaic Scholar.
Application Check-list Applica on Deadline: All materials must be postmarked by April 15. If delivering, please deliver by April 15, or the nearest business day IN ADVANCE of the deadline. Applica ons delivered a er April 15 will not be accepted. Mail applica on form and materials to: Grand Rapids Symphony Mosaic Scholarship 300 O awa Ave. NW, Suite 100 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Be sure to enclose: Completed Applica on Form (Student and Parent pages) Le er of Recommenda on from your school music teacher Le er of Recommenda on from another group leader (pastor, youth group, coach, etc.) Other Le ers of Recommenda on (op onal) Student Essay
Mosaic Scholarship APPLICATION FORM Please complete this form and a ach a minimum of two (2) signed le ers of recommenda on. The Applica on Form and Le ers of Recommenda on are due in the Grand Rapids Symphony office no later than April 15. Mail to: Grand Rapids Symphony ~ A en on: Mosaic Scholarship 300 O awa Ave. NW, Suite 100 ~ Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 Applicant Informa on (Please Print) Name Ethnicity: African-American La no M F Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy) Address City Michigan Zip County Primary Phone ( ) Home Cell (the phone number at which you would prefer us to contact you) Email Address School Grade GPA (if applicable) School Music Instructor Instrument Number of years playing Are you currently taking private lessons on this instrument? Yes No If yes, name of current teacher Length of study Audi ons will be held in May. Please note below any conflicts on Saturdays that we should be aware of for scheduling purposes. Audi ons will be scheduled beginning at 9:00 a.m. Please note, audi on mes in the a ernoon or on a day other than Saturday are not available.:
Parent/Guardian Informa on (Please Print) Name Mother Father Guardian Address City Michigan Zip County Primary Phone ( ) Home Cell (the phone number at which you would prefer us to contact you) Email Address FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Complete this sec on using informa on from both student s and parent s most recent IRS Tax Returns. Student is a dependent student If dependent, provide both parent and student information. Student is an independent student Note: You may claim this status only if you are an orphan or ward of the court or living away from your parent(s). If you are independent, you do not need to provide parent financial information. 1. Adjusted gross income: Student: $ Parent:$ You must include this informa on. We are not able to offer audi ons to students who do not have this informa on completed. This informa on can be found on 1040 EZ or 1040 tax forms. 2. Total size of parent s household, including applicant: 3. Parent s current marital status: Single Married Separated Divorced Widowed 4. Total number of household members currently a ending college at least half- me: I (we) cer fy that all the informa on on this form is true and complete to the best of my (our) knowledge. If asked by any authorized official of the Grand Rapids Symphony or Grand Rapids Community Founda on, I (we) agree to give documenta on for informa on given on this form. I (we) realize that this proof may include a copy of a US tax return and/or state income tax return. I (we) realize that failure to comply with a request for further informa on may prevent the applicant from receiving the scholarship. If selected to receive a scholarship, I (we) agree to the use of my (our) name, likeness and informa on contained in this applica on (excluding financial informa on) for promo onal purposes for the Grand Rapids Symphony and Grand Rapids Community Founda on without further compensa on or no fica on. Applicant s Signature Parent s Signature Date Date