John Walter Cape Community Band – Music Scholarship Deadline Is May 19

The John Walter Cape Community Band (JWCCB) is a non-profit organization [501-C-3]. Our Mission is to foster and promote the social, intellectual and musical welfare, education and skill of our members and to bring music to the community. Our band plays a variety of musical styles including marches, Broadway and movie show arrangements, classical, pop tunes, big band and jazz … and we perform public concerts all year long throughout Southern New Jersey.
The JWCCB is awarding a 2017 scholarship to a deserving student living in Cape May County who is presently involved in any music related discipline.
Application Requirements: • Be a high school senior residing in Cape May County at the time of award • Have a “C” average or better (confirmed by school records) • Complete and submit an application on or before May 19, 2017, including an official school transcript, music history and recommendations from school or private teacher.
The Scholarship Committee: Will consider any or all of the following … • Music background and accomplishments • Performed or rehearsed with the JWCCB (Not essential) • Recommendations of school music or performing arts department and/or private teacher • Evidence of enrollment in an accredited program/school beyond secondary level • Scholastic record • Need
When to Apply: Applications must be received by JWCCB at least two weeks prior to graduation or before May 19, 2017, whatever is first. Applications received after this date will not be considered. Amount and number of Awards is determined each year and is based on availability of funds to support the Scholarship program. Payment will be made directly to the student.
How to Apply: You can request a copy of the JWCCB Guidelines and Application from your music teacher or Guidance Counselor … or; visit www.johnwalterband.org and download a copy … or; call 215 630-9414 and receive a copy via email. Return the Application form, school transcripts and Teacher’s Recommendation to:
John Walter Cape Community Band
PO Box 1631
Wildwood, NJ 08260
Attention: Scholarship Committee