PPTA Scholarship

The Scholarship Award will be given to a college Freshman who is a student of a PPTA member. The previous PPTA Scholarship winner will be eligible for continuing financial support upon re-auditioning. Additional information may be obtained from the Scholarship Chairman.

Additional Opportunities for Students Sponsored
by the National Federation of Music Clubs

Many opportunities are available through the NFMC in performance, composition and essay contests. To participate, a student must be a member of a Federated Club or a Special (Individual) Member. See the information on the NFMC site for more details.

Awards and scholarships are given for various types of composition, summer music study across the United States, and annual Junior Awards in performance. NFMC awards and scholarships are NOT limited to piano. Examples are:

NFMC LYNN FREEMAN OLSON COMPOSITION AWARD
Two divisions: Junior: grades 7, 8, and 9 ($500) and High School: grades 10, 11, and 12 ($1000)
Deadline: March 1 ,2003 (odd numbered years)
For information/application write to: Mr. James Schnars, 28 Evonaire Circle, Belleaire, FL 33756.

JUNIOR FESTIVAL is sponsored by the Federation and is held annually throughout the United States. Over 100,000 students through the age of eighteen participate in this event and are evaluated on performance and theory. Students may participate as solo, duet, trio, and ensemble, in all instruments, voice, theory, and dance. All levels of performance from primary through musically advanced. Check with the Junior Festival Bulletin for specific rules regarding individual categories. Teachers wishing to enter students in the Festival must federate their studio. Certificates and gold cups are given. Entry fee. See Federation Secretary for details. Area Festivals are held at Duquesne University (North Hills) and Westminster Presbyterian Church, UPSC (Pgh East).

Check your Federation Junior Manual for other Scholarships and Awards for students.