CS Music
Undergraduate, Graduate, Emerging Pro, Young Artist, Professional
CS Music, Oakland, California, United States, 94616
Description
JTVA recognizes that Black singers have historically faced inordinate barriers to establishing classically based singing careers. These barriers have deprived the world of great voices for generations. The Elizabeth Greenfield Award was conceived to honor a trailblazing Black singer and recognize outstanding present-day Black singers by providing meaningful financial assistance to further their careers.The grant is a $5,000 cash prize, awarded in November of each year. In 2024, the application window is July 23 - September 3 with the five finalists announced on October 3.JTVA encourages applicants of any age who identify as Black to apply. While the Elizabeth Greenfield Award is open to managed and unmanaged singers, applicants will be in the early stages of a professional operatic and/or concert career. Though there are no repertoire requirements, applicants are encouraged to highlight performances of music by Black composers.Application Requirements
The completed applicationA headshotOne recent video of your singing (an optional second video may be submitted, but is not required)A 300-word essay answering the question "Why does the music world need your voice, and how will this grant help you share it?"A non-refundable $5 application feeImportant Dates
Age Limit: None specified.Deadline: Applications must be received by September 3, 2024.
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JTVA recognizes that Black singers have historically faced inordinate barriers to establishing classically based singing careers. These barriers have deprived the world of great voices for generations. The Elizabeth Greenfield Award was conceived to honor a trailblazing Black singer and recognize outstanding present-day Black singers by providing meaningful financial assistance to further their careers.The grant is a $5,000 cash prize, awarded in November of each year. In 2024, the application window is July 23 - September 3 with the five finalists announced on October 3.JTVA encourages applicants of any age who identify as Black to apply. While the Elizabeth Greenfield Award is open to managed and unmanaged singers, applicants will be in the early stages of a professional operatic and/or concert career. Though there are no repertoire requirements, applicants are encouraged to highlight performances of music by Black composers.Application Requirements
The completed applicationA headshotOne recent video of your singing (an optional second video may be submitted, but is not required)A 300-word essay answering the question "Why does the music world need your voice, and how will this grant help you share it?"A non-refundable $5 application feeImportant Dates
Age Limit: None specified.Deadline: Applications must be received by September 3, 2024.
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