Marjorie Spevak Music Scholarship Application

Scholarship Application

Marjorie Spevak Music Scholarship

The Marjorie Spevak Music Scholarship was established by Civic Music Association to honor Marjorie Shloss Spevak. Marjorie was a long-time supporter of Civic Music, serving many years on its Board of Directors and contributing generously of her time and financial resources to ensure its success. Marjorie had a passion for education, having served for fifteen years on the Des Moines Public School Board and championing fine arts education in the schools. It is fitting that Civic Music Association, through the Marjorie Spevak Endowment Fund, annually awards two $750 scholarships in her honor to two students – one attending middle school and one attending high school – wishing to further pursue the study of music.

The scholarship may be used toward expenses necessary for the student to advance their music study, including but not limited to: music lessons, instrument rental or purchase, or a summer music camp or program.

The 2024 application period is open through April 1, 2024.

Eligibility

To be eligible for consideration for the scholarship, applicants must:

Be a resident of Iowa
Be a student in an Iowa middle school or high school during the 2023-2024 school year
Be currently studying a musical instrument or voice

Awards

High School Scholarship (Grades 10-12)
$750

Middle School Scholarship (Grades 6-9)
$750

Application Process and Deadline

The following application materials are required:

Completed application form (click “Application Form” tab above to complete and submit).
A completed recommendation from your music teacher (send your teacher to this web page and ask them to complete and submit by clicking “Recommendation Form” tab above).

THE 2024 APPLICATION PERIOD IS OPEN THROUGH April 1, 2024.

Selection Process

Civic Music Association’s Scholarship Selection Committee will select scholarship winners based on the application and recommendations provided.

Notification

All 2024 scholarship applicants will be notified of the Committee’s decision by May 15, 2024.

Contact Information

Brian Coyle, Executive Director
Civic Music Association
900 Keosauqua Way, Suite 113
Des Moines, IA 50309
Phone: 515.280.4020
brian@civicmusic.org

1Applicant

2Parent/Guardian

3Background

4Questionnaire

Applicant Name*
First Last
Address*
Street Address City State ZIP Code
Email*
Phone*

Parent / Guardian Name*
First Last
Parent / Guardian Address
If different than above.

Street Address City State ZIP Code
Parent / Guardian Email*
Parent / Guardian Phone*
Parent / Guardian Consent*
I, parent/guardian of the applicant, give permission for the applicant to apply for Civic Music Association’s Marjorie Spevak Music Scholarship. I also grant permission to CMA to use any photos of the applicant in publication or on the CMA website to promote the scholarship.
- I agree

School Name*
Grade Level*
During the 2022-2023 School Year.
- 6-9
- 10-12
Age*
As of June 1.
Primary Instrument & Years of Study*
Secondary Instrument & Years of Study
Styles of Music Played*
Music Groups Performed In*
Music Competitions / Festivals / Honors / Awards
Music Teacher’s Name*
First Last
Teacher’s Email*
Teacher’s Phone*

How did you become interested in music?*
In what ways does music make a difference in your life?*
What are your hopes, dreams, future aspirations (musical or non-musical)?*
How will you use this scholarship to further your music study?*
How did you hear about this scholarship?
Is there anything else you would like us to know?
Applicant Signature*
I agree that all information represented in this application is accurate and that any monies received from this scholarship will be used to further my music study.
- I agree
Name
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1Contact Info

2Questionnaire

Student / Applicant Name*
First Last
Your Name*
First Last
Your Email*
Your Phone*
Relationship to the Applicant*
Classes / Instruments Taught*
Capacity in which you teach*
public school, private studio, etc.

Scholarship Application