The Annapolis Chapter of the American Guild of Organists wishes to encourage and support the study of the organ by young people so we are re-instituting a scholarship for students, ages 21 and younger, who are interested in the organ. We are calling it the Gilley-Stornetta Organ Scholarship to honor two important members of the Chapter who were very encouraging to young church musicians. We are excited to provide monetary assistance in any way that supports personal goals in organ study.
1) Submit an application. Use link below to download application.
2) Submit one letter of recommendation from an individual qualified to assess your musical abilities.
3) Submit a video recording uploaded “privately” to YouTube. The video should show you and your hands.
For the Video: a) one hymn of your choosing, and b) any other contrasting work of your choosing.
Please include titles, composer and/or arranger.
You may use either piano or organ, whichever instrument best shows your abilities.
4) All three items must be received no later than January 15.
Applicants are encouraged to submit documents and videos digitally via email to scholarship@annapolisago.org.
Using the US postal service to send application and recommendation letter is also accepted.