Scholarship Undergraduate

Scholarship Program for Young American Pianists

The Chopin Foundation of the United States

Varies
Avg. Amount Awarded
21
Days
May 15 2024
Application Deadline
Yes
Renewable
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What you'll need:
  • Checkmark Other - An unedited video recording of ChopinÔÇÖs works as required for Years 1 ÔÇô 4 (listed previously), must be recorded in one session - but must be saved and uploaded as separate files. For example, Year 1 applicants would upload three files: one file with the two Etudes, one with the two Nocturnes, and one with the chosen piece. The required repertoire must be played from memory. The recordings must be made by a single camera, with no cuts during the performance of the work, right profile to the camera, with the pianistÔÇÖs whole silhouette, feet, and hands visible. Please label the uploaded files with the name of the piece(s) and the edition used and upload the list of pieces and editions as a separate document where indicated.
  • Checkmark Application Form
  • Checkmark Application Form May Be Submitted By Email
  • Checkmark Essay
  • Checkmark Recommendations Or References
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Scholarship Program for Young American Pianists
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Description

The purpose of the Chopin Foundation Scholarship Program is to support and encourage young, talented American pianists through up to four years of preparation for the National Chopin Piano Competition of the United States, which is held in Miami, Florida, every five years.

Amount Details

$500
Low Amount Awarded
$1,000
High Amount Awarded

Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkMust be an undergraduate student
  • CheckmarkMust attend a four-year college
  • CheckmarkMust be at least 14 years old
  • CheckmarkMust not be older than 17 years old
  • CheckmarkMust not be attending high school currently
  • CheckmarkMust study full-time

How to Apply

What you'll need:

  • Checkmark Other - An unedited video recording of ChopinÔÇÖs works as required for Years 1 ÔÇô 4 (listed previously), must be recorded in one session - but must be saved and uploaded as separate files. For example, Year 1 applicants would upload three files: one file with the two Etudes, one with the two Nocturnes, and one with the chosen piece. The required repertoire must be played from memory. The recordings must be made by a single camera, with no cuts during the performance of the work, right profile to the camera, with the pianistÔÇÖs whole silhouette, feet, and hands visible. Please label the uploaded files with the name of the piece(s) and the edition used and upload the list of pieces and editions as a separate document where indicated.
  • Checkmark Application Form
  • Checkmark Application Form May Be Submitted By Email
  • Checkmark Essay
  • Checkmark Recommendations Or References
Contact
Scholarship Committee
admin@chopin.org
Tel: 305-868-0624
Fax: 305-865-5150 Address 1440 79th Street Causeway, Suite 117
Miami, FL 33141