WESLEY COLLEGE DUBLIN
Music Scholarship
Applications are now closed
Introduction:
Scholarships may be offered to suitable candidates who show particular talent in music. These scholarships are not open to existing students, except for the Wesley Preparatory Department. These scholarships have been introduced in order to attract promising young musicians who will enhance the standard of music by their participation in the various musical events in which the College is involved each year. Scholarships provide for a proportion of the fees for a three or six year period. The Scholarship Secretary, Kirsten Ringland can be contacted by emailing kirsten.ringland@wesleycollege.ieAwarding of Scholarship:
Scholarships may be awarded to one or two First Year entrants. A portion of fees for another student may be considered if the adjudicating panel feel it is warranted. An additional scholarship may be awarded to a pupil entering the College at the start of the senior cycle (Transition Year or Fifth Year). Existing students are not eligible to apply. Scholarships will be awarded for a portion of the general school tuition fees, but fees for individual lessons in music will not be included. Once a scholarship has been awarded, it will be reviewed annually, based on progress made and on participation in the musical life of the College being deemed sufficient to justify the continuation of the scholarship. This application is made on the understanding that the decision of the audition panel is final and that neither the panel nor individual members will discuss the merits of individual candidates or aspects of any assessment following the decision.
Audition Guidelines:
General Information Music scholarships will be awarded on the basis of audition, and only where candidates demonstrate a sufficiently high standard.
1. Junior Cycle Applicants: Expected to have achieved at least Merit or Distinction at Associated Board Grade 3 (or equivalent) on their main instrument, with evidence of wider musical involvement.
2. Senior Cycle Applicants: Expected to have achieved at least Merit or Distinction at Associated Board Grade 5 (or equivalent) on their main instrument, with evidence of wider musical involvement.
Application Process
1. A completed Application Form must be returned to Wesley College.
2. Candidates must submit a recorded audition, consisting of:
· Two contrasting pieces of their own choice
· A short song (with or without accompaniment/backing track).
If offering more than one instrument, candidates are strongly advised to present a piece on each instrument.
3. Submissions should be sent via WeTransfer or as an unlisted YouTube link to the Scholarship Secretary: kirsten.ringland@wesleycollege.ie
4. A personal statement, written by the candidate using the headings provided on the application form.
5. A reference from the candidate’s main instrument teacher.
Selection Process
Following review of applications, a selection of candidates will be invited to attend a live audition at Wesley College. The audition panel will consist of an external Chairperson, the Head of Music, another music teacher from the College, and may also include the Principal. While emphasis will be placed on orchestral instruments, any instrument and/or voice may be presented.
Live Audition Requirements
1. Candidates invited to audition will be expected to:
· Perform their two contrasting pieces with their own accompanist.
· Sing the same short song submitted in the recorded audition (with accompanist or backing track; breaking voices will be taken into consideration).
· Complete a sight test, ear test, and general interview.
Expectations of Scholarship Holders
1. Successful candidates will be expected to:
2. Participate in College choirs, orchestras, and/or ensembles, and perform regularly at events such as Prize Day, the Carol Service, the Music Festival, and morning Assembly.
3. Study Music as a subject at Junior Cycle and Leaving Certificate.
4. Give priority to College musical activities in the event of scheduling conflicts with external engagements (except where otherwise agreed by the Head of Music).
5. Arrange individual musical tuition privately or through the College (lessons at Wesley are optional).
Musical Experience:
Applications should include full details of musical experience to date and of the standard attained.
Personal Statement:
A personal statement written by the candidate should also be included outlining how he/she envisages contributing to the musical life of the College.
General Note:
Wesley College maintains the highest standards of music making and teaching. The Music Department enjoys the expertise of teachers who also occupy positions of professional integrity in the world of music outside the College. Likewise the College is proud of the many past pupils who have graduated from Wesley into the major choral and orchestral bodies of this country and beyond. It is confidently expected that those awarded scholarships will further enhance the College’s standards and reputation in this respect.
Applications will open at the beginning of September, one year prior to the year of entry
Download application form below to apply:
Music Scholarship Application Form
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