Music school offers scholarship

Peninsula Music in conjunction with the Peninsula School of Music is offering a music scholarship to a local student valued at more than $1000.

"After a successful first year in our new premises, we would like to give a special gift back to the community to say thank you for your support by offering a music scholarship to a student who is keen to advance their music knowledge and ability," owner Ms Marilyn Russell said.

"The successful student should have a keenness to advance their music skills through study and practice, be under the age of 19 and still attending primary or secondary school and currently learning (or have the ability) to play classical guitar, contemporary guitar, violin, piano, cello or singing.

"Students applying for the scholarship should be prepared to sit exams for their chosen instrument at a level their teacher feels that they are ready to achieve, be committed to attend classes on a weekly basis at Peninsula School of Music, Woy Woy, and have parents who are willing to support their commitment to the music scholarship.

"The scholarship also requires the successful student to live on the Peninsula or in a neighbouring suburb and be prepared to become involved in projects and workshops organised by Peninsula School of Music throughout the year."

Ms Russell said the scholarship includes a weekly lesson throughout the year to be held at Peninsula School of Music, exam fees for AMEB exams to be sat in at the end of the year, as well as books, music and papers required to complete exam work.

Applications close on Saturday, February 7, and interviews will be held between February 9 and 15.

"Applicants should be prepared to attend an interview if requested and perform up to two pieces of music or songs," Ms Russell said.

"Applicants should be prepared to answer a selection of general questions about their music, ambitions, influences and attitude with a panel of selectors.

"The successful applicant will be announced by the end of February."

Application forms can be collected from Peninsula School of Music or downloaded from www.peninsulamusic.com.au.

For further information, contact the school on 4344 5809 or 0417 159 540.

Press release, 15 Jan 2009 Marilyn Russell, Peninsula Music