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The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra is pleased to announce that it is now accepting applications for the 2014 Lillian B. Lamoureux Scholarship. The scholarship was established in 2000 to support young musicians who intend to pursue their music education and is open to all music students ages 14-21. Two $1,000 scholarships will be awarded: a Junior scholarship will go to a high school student, while a Senior scholarship will be awarded to a college student. Scholarships may be used for private music lessons, tuition or to cover other expenses that further the student’s music education.
The deadline for application, including two letters of recommendation, is Saturday, April 12, 2014. Finalists will be invited to audition before the scholarship committee on Saturday, May 3, 2014. For an application, please call the NBSO at 508-999-6276 or download the application form from our website nbsymphony.org.
You deserve a symphony in your life! For ticket prices, subscription offers and upcoming concerts and events, please visit nbsymphony.org or call the NBSO office at (508) 999-6276. The NBSO is a professional orchestra performing a 7-concert series of classical and pops music annually. The Symphony regularly performs with prize-winning guests artists from around the world. The NBSO is dedicated to building a community of music in the South Coast, celebrating music and music-making and collaborating with other music groups and cultural and educational organizations. The NBSO’s numerous educational programs include Music in the Morning, SchoolsMusic!, Young People’s Concerts, Family Musical Connections, New Bedford Symphony Youth Orchestras, School String Program, Masterclasses, Symphony Tales and Be Our Musical Guest.
