The Thomas A. Erickson Double Bass Scholarship will be awarded by audition to an outstanding double bass student, age 15-21, for study at an established summer music program. A first place award of $850 will be given in memory of Thomas Erickson, a respected, long-time bassist for the Grand Rapids Symphony and a teacher of many of West Michigan’s finest double bass students. Applications must be submitted by April 15, 2024, to be assured of a scheduled audition time.
2024 Madura/Erickson String Scholarships Application
Applicants for all scholarships must be residents or students within the Local 56 jurisdiction, which includes all of the following counties: Alcona, Alpena, Antrim, Benzie, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Clare, Clinton, Crawford, Eaton, Emmet, Grand Traverse, Gratiot, Ingham, Ionia, Iosco, Isabella, Kalkaska, Kent, Lake, Leelanau, Manistee, Mason, Mecosta, Missaukee, Montcalm, Montmorency, Muskegon, Newaygo, Oceana, Ogemaw, Osceola, Oscoda, Otsego, Ottawa, Presque Isle, Roscommon, and Wexford. The scholarships are paid directly to the instructor or organization providing the musical experience. It is our desire, when possible, to present awards in person at the student’s spring concert or awards ceremony, so please indicate the date of such on the application. Again, please note application deadlines and rules. Thank you.
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