Alto J. Davis Scholarship
for the Study of Music
The Alto J. Davis Scholarship for the Study of Music is an endowment established in 2004 by Anne Davis in honor of her husband, Alto. It was inspired by his love of both children and music, as shown by his countless volunteer hours given to the Jackson Symphony Association and his desire to enrich the lives of children. The scholarship will be awarded annually to deserving students who demonstrate musical ability, dedication, financial need, and interest in furthering their music education.
The scholarship is open to instrumental music students who:
- Live in West Tennessee, excluding Shelby County
or
- Actively participate in an educational program sponsored by the
Jackson Symphony Association, regardless of county of residence
Applicants must be eighteen years or younger at the time of the application, with no lower age limit. They must perform on a standard orchestral instrument.
Moneys will be awarded for various musical activities that would further the student’s musical education, to include: tuition for a summer camp, financial assistance for private lessons, and college music study, or to upgrade to a better instrument. No money will be paid to the student. All money will be paid directly to the camp, instructor, college, or vendor. This year’s scholarship awards will range from approximately $100 to $500.
Applicants will be required to submit the following:
- Completed application form
- One-pageessay which addresses what the scholarship, if awarded, will be used for, why it is needed, and how the student will benefit from this opportunity, as well as the student’s interest and goals in music
Applicants meeting the basic requirements will be invited to audition before a panel of professional musicians/teachers which has been selected by the Jackson Symphony Association Education Committee and staff. You should assume that if you have met the application deadline and requirements that you will audition and should prepare your audition selection immediately. Each student will perform a brief (no more than ten minute) musical selection of their choice. Winners will be notified in writing as soon as possible upon completion of the auditions.
March 24th - applications must be received at the Symphony office no later than 4 PM
March 25th and 26th - applicants meeting the basic requirements will be notified, with details of audition schedule.
April 4th and 5th - auditions will be held at the Jackson Symphony office in downtown Jackson.
Download Information about this year's scholarship
Download the 2008 Alto J. Davis Scholarship Application
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