The Martin Shor Jazz Studies Student Award is awarded annually to an undergraduate student seeking to develop their interests and strengths in jazz education, performance, and composition. The student is not required to be a Jazz Track or Music major/minor. Awardees may use this award for research, travel expenses, field study, books or their equivalents, and musical instruments and equipment. Preference shall be given to graduates from the Pittsburgh Public School District. In the event that there are no eligible students from the Pittsburgh Public School District, or such students require no assistance, then awards may be made to other eligible student(s).
Scholarship Application Requirements
1. 300-500 word essay answering the following prompt:
If you receive the Martin Shor Award, what would it allow you to do that you currently lack the financial means to pursue? Please be specific. How do you imagine your proposed research, intellectual exploration, or artistic experience might influence your existing course of study and your future?
2. 1-2 page current resume (can include education, work experience, research/performing experience, volunteer pursuits, community engagement, awards, publications, any other relevant info)
3. Current transcript
4. Links to 1 to 3 jazz performance audio or video clips, or to written scores
5. Pitt Music Department faculty member (full or part time) name & contact information to serve as recommender
APPLICATIONS ARE NOT COMPLETE UNTIL ALL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS HAVE BEEN SUBMITTED. DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION is Friday, October 9 at 11:59pm.