Scholarships, Music Contest, Summer Camp Opportunities
AREA SUMMER CAMPS
| Camp Name | Campus | Location |
| ISYM | University of Illinois | Champaign, IL |
| Eastern Music Camp | Eastern Illinois State University | Charleston, IL |
| Smith Walbridge Camps | Eastern Illinois State University | Charleston, IL |
| Music for All Summer Symposium | Ball State University | Muncie, IN |
| Illinois State University Camp | Illinois State University | Bloomington, IL |
| NIU Music Camps | Northern Illinois University | Dekalb, IL |
| Western Illinois University Summer Camp | Western Illinois University |
Macomb, IL
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| Blue Lake Music Camp | Blue Lake, MI |
Blue Lake, MI
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| Birch Creek Music Performance Center | Egg Harbor, WI |
Egg Harbor, WI
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| Whitewater Music Camp | University of Wis-Whitewater | Whitewater, WI |
Coal City Music Booster Band Award
This Application is Due: March 31, 2024
In order to apply for a $100 lesson scholarship from Coal City Music Boosters, you must write a short essay describing why the band is important to you and why you think you are deserving of a lesson scholarship. You must be a participating member of Coal City Bands, and you must be participating next year. Applicants should also have no unexcused absences from band performances and participate in at least one band fundraiser during the year. Scholarships are eligible for current 9th-11th graders. Seniors may apply in the event that there are not enough 9th-11th graders
Roger E. Cummings Music Booster - Senior Involved in Band or Chorus
This application is due: March 31, 2024
This scholarship was begun by the Coal City Music Boosters in 1982 and is dedicated to Mr. Rogers Cumming in appreciation for his many years of service to music in the Coal City Schools as an administrator, teacher, advisor, merchant, and friend. Rogers retired as school administrator for the Coal City Elementary school system. He was also the owner of the Cumming Music Center in Coal City. He received a master's degree from the University of Illinois and a master's degree in music from Vandercook College of Music in Chicago. He was a trumpet player, a Presbyterian, and an Army veteran of World War II. Rogers died in 2003.
Graduating seniors MUST meet the following criteria to be considered for one of the these Music Scholarships in the amount of $500 each.
*A member of the Coal City High School Band or Chorus for four years (or two years if a transfer student).
*Demonstrates musical proficiency acceptable to the music directors.
*Demonstrates character and leadership in the music department and the school.
*Submits an online application (with transcripts and references attached) or submit all materials to a High School Music Director to be forwarded to the Scholarship Committee.
*A member of the Coal City High School Band or Chorus for four years (or two years if a transfer student).
*Demonstrates musical proficiency acceptable to the music directors.
*Demonstrates character and leadership in the music department and the school.
*Submits an online application (with transcripts and references attached) or submit all materials to a High School Music Director to be forwarded to the Scholarship Committee.
*Those intending to enroll in an undergraduate music program will take first consideration, but it is not a requirement.
Mark Larmon Music Booster - Senior Involved in Band or Chorus
The Mark Larmon Scholarship Fund was started by the Coal City Music Boosters in September, 2007, in honor of the many dedicated years Mark Larmon spent as a music educator in the Coal City schools. He graduated from Vandercook College of Music in Chicago and attended graduate school at Northwestern University in Evanston. Mark was the Band Director for the Coal City School District from 1979-2008.
Marks shares these thoughts for prospective music educators:
"I appreciated Vandercook's undergraduate curricular requirement that everyone actually learn to play
most of the band/orchestra instruments (and vocal), up to at least an intermediate level in order
to graduate.
I wish I had been more proficient on piano/keyboards. Quickly found out that it really helps to
start at a younger age. Glad that guitar can be a suitable substitute at times.
The musical instrument repair classes that I took really came in handy, especially just prior to
performances.
Personally, I’ve found that participation in non-school related music groups (e.g. community
bands, church worship teams etc.) in your free time can be good for the soul.
Find ways, in your own teaching style, to make learning music fun. Bad jokes are essential!
Having the support of music booster’s; helpful parents, school faculty/staff/administration, and
the public; are ‘key’ (pun intended) to a successful school music program."
Marks shares these thoughts for prospective music educators:
"I appreciated Vandercook's undergraduate curricular requirement that everyone actually learn to play
most of the band/orchestra instruments (and vocal), up to at least an intermediate level in order
to graduate.
I wish I had been more proficient on piano/keyboards. Quickly found out that it really helps to
start at a younger age. Glad that guitar can be a suitable substitute at times.
The musical instrument repair classes that I took really came in handy, especially just prior to
performances.
Personally, I’ve found that participation in non-school related music groups (e.g. community
bands, church worship teams etc.) in your free time can be good for the soul.
Find ways, in your own teaching style, to make learning music fun. Bad jokes are essential!
Having the support of music booster’s; helpful parents, school faculty/staff/administration, and
the public; are ‘key’ (pun intended) to a successful school music program."
Graduating seniors MUST meet the following criteria to be considered for one of the these Music Scholarships in the amount of $500 each.
*A member of the Coal City High School Band or Chorus for four years (or two years if a transfer student).
*Demonstrates musical proficiency acceptable to the music directors.
*Demonstrates character and leadership in the music department and the school.
*Submits an online application (with transcripts and references attached) or submit all materials to a High School Music Director to be forwarded to the Scholarship Committee.
*A member of the Coal City High School Band or Chorus for four years (or two years if a transfer student).
*Demonstrates musical proficiency acceptable to the music directors.
*Demonstrates character and leadership in the music department and the school.
*Submits an online application (with transcripts and references attached) or submit all materials to a High School Music Director to be forwarded to the Scholarship Committee.
*Those intending to enroll in an undergraduate music program will take first consideration, but it is not a requirement.
Coal City Music Booster Scholarship
This application is due: March 31, 2024
Graduating seniors MUST meet the following criteria to be considered for one of the these Music Scholarships in the amount of $500 each.
*A member of the Coal City High School Band or Chorus for four years (or two years if a transfer student).
*Demonstrates musical proficiency acceptable to the music directors.
*Demonstrates character and leadership in the music department and the school.
*Submits an online application (with transcripts and references attached) or submit all materials to a High School Music Director to be forwarded to the Scholarship Committee.
*A member of the Coal City High School Band or Chorus for four years (or two years if a transfer student).
*Demonstrates musical proficiency acceptable to the music directors.
*Demonstrates character and leadership in the music department and the school.
*Submits an online application (with transcripts and references attached) or submit all materials to a High School Music Director to be forwarded to the Scholarship Committee.