Scholarships are awarded as a fixed percentage reduction in fees, usually between 5 and 20%, for the full two years of our Sixth Form.

Sixth Form Music Scholarships are awarded to students who can demonstrate skill, competence and commitment to the subject and who will also help to promote the department on a wider level throughout the school.

Eligibility

  • You must apply online for this scholarship by Monday 14th October 2024.
  • Candidates should demonstrate outstanding ability in any orchestral instrument, piano or voice, as well as musical potential and a passion for the subject.
  • Candidates are to submit a supporting letter outlining their strengths, successes and ambitions and also a reference from their first study Instrumental/Vocal Teacher.

Selection process

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend an audition and informal interview on w/c 11th November 2024.

At the audition candidates will be asked to play two contrasting pieces on their main instrument/voice with another piece on a second instrument/voice if desired. There will be an aural test and each candidate will be asked about her musical interests and ambitions.

Music Scholar benefits

Music scholars will benefit from a wide range of exciting opportunities including:

  • One-to-one mentoring, including Performance Coaching from our Musician in Residence
  • Specific preparation for exams, performances, competitions and music conservatoire auditions
  • Performing at prestigious venues, such as the Cadogan Hall and The Royal Academy of Music
  • Attending masterclass programmes delivered by internationally named artists. 
  • Provision of an all-Steinway status Music department
  • National and international music tours
  • Scholar society programme: each half-term, scholars will come together for a workshop and discussion targeted at university of career preparation
  • Mentoring from specialist staff: 1:1 mentoring from specialist member of staff about academic progress and recommendations on how to wider learning
  • Scholar society open mic: each term, scholars will be invited to present at an informal event for parents, teachers and special guests from different areas of scholarship and the workplace on an area of interest or performance depending on scholarship area.

What skills should I have to be a Music Scholar?

Essential:

  • Demonstrate advanced levels of competence in musical performance
  • Demonstrate commitment to music as a co-curricular pursuit
  • Demonstrate passion and dedication to excel in music
  • Behave in a manner that serves as a role model to their peers
  • Be able to work creatively and efficiently with others
  • Be able to promote the department on a wider level throughout the school.
 Desirable:

  • Seek further opportunities to develop music within the school environment
  • Possess passion and interest in directing or coaching your own ensemble
  • Demonstrate a broader interest in music as a subject
  • Exhibit a can-do attitude and be open to challenges
  • Be able to think creatively and beyond conventional approaches
  • Express an intention to continue musical study beyond the age of 18.

Apply

To apply for a scholarship, please register for a parent account.  If you have already submitted an application for your daughter, please register using the same email address you applied with.

 REGISTER FOR PARENT ACCOUNT

Fees

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