Fielder Grant

Vocal Career Advancement Grant

PURPOSE:  The WMMC Fielder Endowment was established in 2005 by a donation from Bonnie Cummins Fielder to award career grants to classical singers with promising vocal careers.  The purpose is to assist young singers with professional expenses incurred in pursuit of a career in classical music.

ELIGIBILITY:   Applicants should be fully prepared and already engaged in their career, and are required to be Texas residents, US citizens, and in the age range of 22-32, as of the application deadline.

GRANT AMOUNT:  A total of $5,000. in grant money may be awarded annually at the discretion of the judging committee.

SELECTION PROCESS:  To access and print the application form, click below.   Note the additional required documents listed on page 2.  Applications, CD’s and supporting documents will be reviewed by a preliminary selection committee.  Finalists will be invited to appear in person before the Club and judges.

FINALS:    March 19, 2008 at 1:00 p.m.

                    TFWC Building, Austin, TX

Application Deadline:  November 15, 2007

Application Fee:           $35.00

Application Form:        Click here for application

For more information, contact the Committee Chair at   vocalgrant@yahoo.com

 

 

Wednesday Morning Music Club

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