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Choral Singers Scholarships 

CALL FOR SAN ANTONIO MASTERSINGER CHORAL SCHOLARS  

2025-26 Season

Celebrating local singers.

The San Antonio Mastersingers, a 501(c)(3) organization, is pleased to announce a scholarship opportunity for talented current collegiate voice students. We are seeking dedicated individuals who are passionate about choral music and committed to excellence in choral performance in the greater San Antonio area.

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Scholarship Details:

Eligibility:

  • Must be currently enrolled as a music major in Music Education or Vocal Performance at a college or university in the San Antonio area or surrounding areas.

  • Should have a strong background and experience in choral singing.

  • Must demonstrate a high level of musicianship and vocal technique.

Responsibilities:

  • Attend and actively participate in all scheduled rehearsals throughout the season.

  • Perform in all concerts and additional community events as required.

  • Collaborate with the music director, Mastersingers, and fellow choral scholars.

Benefits:

  • Scholarship Awards: $500 per semester  ($1,000 for both semester) pending successful completion of student’s responsibilities.

  • The membership fees to the Mastersingers are waived for the 2025-26 season.

  • Fee for Women’s concert wear is waived. 

  • Possible opportunities for solo performance within the choir's repertoire.

  • Mentorship and guidance from the music director.

  • Networking opportunities with fellow choral scholars and members of the Mastersingers.

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Application Process:

Applications will be accepted through Friday, August 15, 2025, and must be emailed to: â€‹scholarship@samastersingers.org

 

Applications must include the following:

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1. A completed Application Form (found at the link below).

      Download Scholarship Application 

2. Two letters of recommendation from music instructors involved in the development of the student's vocal/choral accomplishments.

3. A 1-page essay (double spaced, 12-point font) that describes yourself, your future career goals as a musician or music educator, and anything else you feel we should know about you.

4. A sample of solo performance – please submit a YouTube link on the application form.

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Only completed applications will be considered for a scholarship award.

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These four items MUST be included in the application package. Finalists will be auditioned in August by Music Director, Dr. Yoojin Muhn, and interviewed by the Mastersingers’ Scholarship Committee.

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Questions may be directed to scholarship@samastersingers.org.

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Rehearsals begin September 2, 2025.

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Irma Taute Scholarship
Celebrating young voices.

Each season San Antonio Mastersingers awards the Irma Taute Scholarship in honor of longtime Mastersingers member and former Board Chair Irma Taute.  This need-based scholarship is awarded to one middle-school or high-school student in the Advanced Choirs of The Children’s Chorus of San Antonio. Mrs. Taute served as Associate Director of the Children’s Chorus from 1996-2015, conducting the high school group in the CCSA Advanced Choirs. The Irma Taute Scholarship supports the work of The Children’s Chorus of San Antonio, a frequent collaborator with the Mastersingers.

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