Scholarships

Applications are due 5pm 26 November 2024.  Auditions will be held on the 29 November 2024.  Please fill in the online application form below. Late applications will not be accepted. Auditions will be held in person, not recorded. 

Scholarships are made up of several components:

The tuition fee- which may be paid as a full or part scholarship, depending on available funds. The expected lesson length is 40 mins, although a 1 hour lesson may be considered for advanced students

A musicianship fee- which is usually reimbursed in full

An ensemble fee – which is usually paid in full, unless an exemption is granted from ensemble participation

You will be advised of the details of your scholarship if you are successful

These three components- tuition, ensemble experience and musicianship (theory, composition, performance)- provide the foundational skills and experience for the development of good musicians.
Acceptance of the scholarship includes an expectation that the opportunity being offered will be taken up with a good level of commitment. Our expectations are described in more detail below.

Scholarship funds are credited to tuition accounts each term, provided the enrolment is continued.

Award Process:
Decisions regarding the award of scholarships will be made by the adjudicators. The CEO of Hume Conservatorium will have the final sign off in the allocation of all scholarship funds.
The scholarships will be announced and awarded by week 10 of Term 4.
All applicants, successful or otherwise, will be informed in writing by email of the result of their audition.
In the interests of confidentiality, no discussion will be entered into. Audition applicants will not receive a written assessment of their performance.
Successful applicants and their parent/guardian will be asked to sign a formal acceptance of the scholarship offered and agree to all terms and conditions therein.

Prepare two contrasting pieces (different styles, genres or periods) .

Each piece must be no longer than 3 minutes duration and can be played unaccompanied, with a backing track or with an accompanist. It can be an excerpt, 2-3 minutes of a longer piece, just find an appropriate place to start and stop.
Ask your teacher for advice before choosing your pieces.
Choose a piece that shows your playing at its best.

Presentation and Performance
Communication, introduction of pieces, maturity and confidence of performance will be considered. Smart casual dress. 

Musicality / Expression / Interpretation
Demonstration of style and musicality appropriate to each piece is expected

Teacher Reference
The views of your teacher will be taken into account, covering areas such as aptitude, commitment/motivation, attendance, rate of progress.

Technique and Accuracy
Accurate technique for repertoire, including accuracy of pitch and rhythm will be considered. Other issues related to management of instrument will also be considered here, such as tuning, if appropriate.

Hume Con / Other Activities
Reference to involvement in activities at Hume Con or in school or community such as attendance at concerts, involvement in ensembles or community performances will be considered. Where two students are tied in marks, the winner will be decided in favour of the candidate who is judged to have a superior record of participation in additional music activities

SCHOLARSHIP TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1. Applications must be lodged by the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.
2. Scholarships are open to current students of Hume Conservatorium, and to those people residing in locations where Hume Conservatorium offers tuition.
3. Scholarships are open to students of all ages and at all stages of learning for tuition in any area of learning offered by Hume Conservatorium. This includes theory/musicianship; composition; music production, etc
4. Applicants must make themselves available for the date and time of the auditions.
5. The scholarship auditions will be adjudicated by a panel with appropriate expertise and experience
6. The decision of the adjudicator is final.
7. The scholarship auditions will be held at Hume Conservatorium, 160 Bourke St Goulburn NSW 2580
8. In cases where there is no suitable applicant, or applicants do not meet the required standard, the scholarship will not be offered.
9. Only the candidate and accompanist will be allowed in the audition room.
10. Applicants must have an accompanist to perform pieces with a written accompaniment. An official accompanist will be available through Hume Conservatorium. The accompanist must be provided with music two weeks prior to the auditions. The cost of rehearsals and the audition are the responsibility of the applicant. Applicants may choose to use their own accompanist. Where applicable, the use of technology is allowed. For example, students who have prepared for lower grade AMEB exams where recorded accompaniments are allowed may use these approved recordings. Electric guitar students may use pedals to create accompanying loops, etc as part of their performance. NB IF RECORDINGS ARE USED, THE AUDITIONING INSTRUMENT MAY NOT REPLICATE AN INSTRUMENT ON THE RECORDING.
11. Applicants arriving late may forfeit their audition.
12. Applicants may audition on two instruments (ie one piece on each).
13. Staff members are ineligible to apply for scholarships, but their family members are eligible.
14. Scholarships are awarded on a yearly basis. A student may only receive one scholarship per year. A student may apply and be awarded a scholarship for 2 consecutive years. They will not be eligible to apply in the 3rd consecutive year. They can, however, apply for a scholarship again after a one-year break.
15. Hume Conservatorium reserves the right to withdraw a scholarship at any time that conditions are not met, or if the scholarship holder’s behaviour is viewed as detrimental to the school.
16. The scholarships are dependent on funding from external bodies. Hume Conservatorium reserves the right to withdraw scholarships should funding not be received.
17. In extraordinary circumstances, with CEO approval, a student may submit a video in lieu of live audition.

In addition, scholarship holders are strongly encouraged to commit to any relevant Hume Conservatorium ensemble groups or assist with accompanying (as appropriate).