Outside Opportunities

NACAC Performing and Visual Arts College Fair

Held at the Javits Center, this massive college fair focused on many areas of Performing and Visual Arts - not just Music. October 26th 1pm-4pm.

The Royal College of Music, London - New York Auditions

Program Overview:

• Auditions for 2026 entry at The DiMenna Center for Classical Music in NYC

• Opportunity to study at prestigious London conservatory

• Available for Vocal and Opera, Strings, Brass, Woodwind and Keyboard faculties

Application Details:

• Audition Date: February 2026

• Application Deadline: November 1, 2025

• Visit RCM website for step-by-step guidance https://www.rcm.ac.uk/apply/ 

Marine Band Concerto Competition & Scholarship
U.S. Marine Band - Marine Corps Heritage Foundation

Program Overview:

• National competition for high school musicians grades 9-12

• Winner performs solo with U.S. Marine Band during 2026 concert season

• Top three competitors receive scholarships from Marine Corps Heritage Foundation

Eligibility & Application:

• Deadline: November 15, 2025

• Eligible Instruments: String, piano, and harp players only.  Woodwind, brass, and percussion players eligible in 2027 competition

• Must be enrolled in grades 9-12 during 2025-2026 academic year

Apply at: https://www.marineband.marines.mil/Educational/Concerto-Competition/

ArtsBridge Theater Audition Workshop

Get your audition material ready with specialized classes and one-on-one guidance from Musical Theater and Acting faculty from top college programs. Ideal for seniors and open to juniors, sophomores, and college transfers, taking place November 15-16. This non-audition program is filled on a first come, first served basis.

Anthony Quinn Foundation Scholarship

Program Overview:

• Annual scholarship competition for high school students

• Funding provided to attend summer intensive arts programs

• Maximum award: $3,000 per student

Eligibility & Requirements:

• Must be enrolled in high school or officially registered as home-schooled high school student

• Cannot be used for: online programs, currently/previously attended programs, private instruction, secondary school or college tuition, or travel expenses

• Past AQF Scholarship recipients are not eligible to apply again

Application Timeline:

• Registration Form Deadline: November 30, 2025 (by midnight)

• Final Application Deadline: January 4, 2026

Learn More & Apply: https://aqfoundation.org/scholarships

Contact: Mariela Email: mariela@aqfoundation.org

ROC Nation Early Scholars Program (ESP) at Long Island University

Program Overview:

• Enroll in college-level Music Technology course at LIU Brooklyn while still in high school

• Earn up to 12 college credits at no cost

Eligibility:

• Rising or current high school junior or senior

• Minimum GPA of 83

• Interest in pursuing post-secondary education in music or sports-centered program

• Identification with one or more demographics: racial and ethnic minority, economically disadvantaged, first-generation, student with disabilities

Program Details:

• Spring 2026 Classes: Begin week of January 20th

• Music Tech Class: Wednesdays 4-6:50 PM on campus

• Cost: No cost to students

If you are interested in learning more contact Ben Schott BSchott@schools.nyc.gov

Openings available for Bowery Jazz Messengers this Fall

A band and charity founded by a LaGuardia alum, which plays at the Bower Mission and other venues across the city. For musicians in grades 7-12. There is no cost for participation.

All-City High School Music Program

Chorus, Concert Band, Marching Band, Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, Latin Ensemble, and Modern Music. Students receive music credit on their transcript for participating! Although the official audition time has passed, some All-City ensembles have been known to accept students throughout the year.