Fr. Wilkie Liturgical Music Scholarship

Scholarship that pays applied lesson fees for all instrumentalists and vocalists who participate in liturgical music ministry, regardless of intended major.

Eligibility:

• Instrumentalists and vocalists of all majors
• Must participate in liturgical music ministry
• Must be admitted to Loras College
• Demonstrated musical ability

Requirements for Scholarship Recipients:

• Must participate in two campus liturgies/celebrations each semester
• Participate in applied lessons with faculty
• Demonstrate adequate musical progress
• Maintain character values in accordance with Loras' Catholic identity
• Maintain minimum 2.8 GPA

Instrumental Audition Criteria

1. Play two contrasting solo pieces or excerpts:
   • Choose from solo repertoire for your instrument
   • Do not use ensemble pieces
   • Each piece/excerpt approximately 2-5 minutes in length
   • Accompaniment recommended but not required
2. Play the following scales:
   • Major scales: F (2 octaves), C (1 octave), G (2 octaves), D-flat (1 octave)
   • Harmonic minor scales (1 octave only): d, a, e, and b-flat
   • Full-range chromatic scale recommended but not required
3. Informal conversation: Meet with music faculty member

Application Process

1. Admitted Students: Apply through the scholarship application on your student status page
2. Complete FAFSA: Send FAFSA to Loras College (Code 001873)
3. Submit Video Audition: Record audition following criteria above
4. Await Contact: Music faculty will contact you to schedule informal conversation about the program

Submission Guidelines

• Submit audition video following scholarship criteria
• Can submit solo pieces/excerpts and scales together or separately
• Name files following instructions provided
• Accompaniment can be included in video but is not required
• Application incomplete until video is submitted
• Can submit both instrumental and vocal auditions (but can only receive one scholarship)