NEW TO 2008! EMF String Fellowships

Up to 12 full tuition scholarships available for outstanding string players.

About the Fellowships
How To Apply
Preparing a Recorded Audition
Repertoire Requirements
    Violin
     Viola
     Cello
     Double Bass

 

About the Fellowships
Fellowships will be awarded to outstanding string players between the ages of 18 and 20.  The Fellowship Program is designed for exceptional leader-musicians who have experience in community and academic leadership. 

The winners of these fellowships will participate in a leadership role in the EMF Symphony Orchestras throughout the summer.  EMF Fellows will combine to form a premiere chamber music ensemble which will perform in concerts both on and off-campus.  They will receive private instruction from the Festival faculty and attend specialized seminars focusing on leadership development.  Fellows will be mentored by EMF principal faculty, resident conductors, Music Director Gerard Schwarz, and leaders from the arts and business communities.

Recipients receive full tuition, room, and board on the Guilford College campus.  All fellowship students will be assessed the security deposit (refundable) ($100), the cleaning fee ($40), and the ID/Access card fee ($15).

Applicants who do not receive one of the fellowship positions will automatically be considered for a position in the orchestral program.

 

How To Apply
All string fellowship applicants must submit the following (All items are required.): 

  1. A completed application form with the appropriate application fee ($50) by February 15, 2008.  If the application is submitted prior to January 1, 2008, the application fee will be waived.
  2. A cover letter describing how this fellowship and leadership training would benefit your career goals.
  3. A current résumé.  Include performance and leadership experience.
  4. An unofficial transcript.  Photocopies are acceptable.
  5. Two sealed letters of recommendation.
  6. One copy of your audition CD, with the required works as listed for your instrument. (see repertoire requirements for your instrument.)

 

Instructions for Preparing a Recorded Audition
Please read these instructions carefully before submitting your audition recording.

1. SELECT YOUR RECORDING MEDIA
Acceptable media — Compact disc and MP3 files. We cannot accept cassette tapes, minidiscs, video tapes or DAT tapes.

2. LABEL YOUR RECORDING
2008 EMF Fellowship Audition
Name of student
Instrument
Contents of Recording

3. SELECT YOUR MUSIC
Select your music according to the repertoire requirements on this page.

4. RECORD YOUR AUDITION
Use high quality media.  Recordings that have been edited or enhanced will not be accepted.

5. MAIL YOUR RECORDING
Send your recording, Application for Admission, application fee (if after January 1), cover letter, résumé, unofficial transcript, and two letters of recommendation to:

Admissions Office, Fellowship Committee
Eastern Music Festival and School
Post Office Box 22026
Greensboro, NC 27420

The School receives hundreds of recordings each year. It is essential that you label your recording clearly and that you submit it prior to the February 15th deadline for proper consideration.  All recordings become the property of Eastern Music Festival and will not be returned.

Repertoire Requirements


Violin

Viola

Cello

Double Bass