Community Music Scholars Program

Created in 1968 through a partnership of Temple University, the Philadelphia School District, and Settlement Music School, this program seeks to support public school music programs by providing individual instrumental instruction and other activities for students and families with limited financial means. Currently, 200 students participate with over 65 Philadelphia public schools represented.

In addition to individual lessons and music theory classes, students can participate in large performing ensembles including two jazz bands, two string orchestras, and a wind ensemble. Piano, guitar and voice instruction are not offered.

All groups and lessons meet at Temple University Main Campus on Saturday mornings, September - May.

Fees

Each student is responsible for $240 of the total tuition fee for individual lessons or $180 if assigned to group lessons (payable in 4 installments).
There is no charge for participation in music theory class, but regular attendance is required.
There is an additional $40 charge for participation in String Ensembles, Jazz Ensembles and Wind Ensemble.
Additional financial assistance is available with proof of family need.

Audition Information

2020-2021 season auditions should be submitted virtually, unless noted in the audition requirements
Video(s) should be submitted either by uploading to a google drive and sharing the folder/files with mdouglas@temple.edu or by sending YouTube/Vimeo links in the space provided in the student application. (Please be sure the auditionee's name is the title of the video or announced at the beginning of the video).
Videos recorded on a smartphone should be recorded in landscape if possible.

Audition Requirements