SCHOLARSHIP  

Superior Music Boosters is proud to support the next generation of musicians by awarding three annual $1,000 scholarships to graduating high school seniors (or equivalent) from the Superior, Wisconsin community who are committed to continuing their musical journey beyond high school. Each year, we grant one scholarship in each of the following disciplines:

• Band / Instrumental

• Orchestral / Strings

• Choral / Vocal

These awards recognize outstanding young musicians who have enriched our community through performance and who plan to keep music central in their lives—whether through college study, private lessons, community ensembles, or other post-secondary pursuits.

To be considered for an SMB Scholarship, candidates must meet the following requirements and demonstrate the qualities below:

• Be of high school senior equivalency at the time of application.

• Submit an electronic nomination. Link below.

• Submit an application that includes: 1) resume and cover letter explaining how you meet the SMB scholarship criteria, and 2) one or more letters of recommendation from teachers, conductors, or mentors who can speak to your character and passion for music. Link below. 

Selection Criteria (candidates should demonstrate as many as possible):

• A strong history of music performance in band, orchestra, choir, solo work, or small ensembles.

• Evidence of dedicated study in music theory, history, and/or interpretive skills.

• Clear intent to continue pursuing music performance after high school.

• A record of service to family, school, and/or community.

• A thoughtful explanation of how the scholarship funds will support your ongoing musical goals (e.g., tuition, lessons, instrument purchase, summer program, etc.).

We welcome applications from students in public, private, and home-school settings who have contributed to the musical life of the Superior community.

Nomination Guidelines

To ensure fairness and broad community input, the following rules apply:

• Nominations may be submitted by members of the SMB Board of Advisors, Board of Directors, or any member of the community.

• Prospective awardees are welcome to submit their own nomination (self-nomination).

• All applications need to be completed and submitted by February 28 to be considered for awards in that academic year.

Selection Process

• Finalists and award recipients in each category (Band/Instrumental, Orchestral/Strings, Choral/Vocal) are selected by the SMB Board of Directors.

• Finalists may be invited for an interview with the SMB Board.

• Awards are announced and presented in late April.

• The SMB Board reserves the right not to award a scholarship in any category in a given year if no applicant sufficiently meets the established criteria.

We strive for a transparent process that honors the most dedicated young musicians in our community.