Attn Musicians: Scholarships For the Los Angeles Music Academy College of Music Are Still Available

Interested domestic and international students demonstrating exceptional musical talent, ability and enthusiasm can apply now and are evaluated based on essays and transcripts, academic promise, results of the performance audition and letters of recommendation.

�The school offers six levels of scholarships in addition to financial aid for its performance degree and diploma programs,� says Tom Aylesbury, President of LA Music Academy. �Amazingly, we�ve noticed that potential students don�t take full advantage of these opportunities which can help significantly lower tuition and financial stress associated with attending high-end colleges. Although the number of scholarship and financial aid applications submitted here is on the rise, a significant amount of scholarship dollars go untapped every semester.�

The school�s scholarships range from a $1,000 �Performance Scholarship� to the coveted $18,000 Charles T. Aylesbury Memorial Scholarship (in honor of Aylesbury�s late father). �Outstanding� Performance Scholarships are $12,000 and awarded to each of the school�s departments every start date.

�We see that applicants don�t present themselves to the best of their ability. This decreases the quality of their submissions and chances of being awarded a scholarship,� says Aylesbury. He says the school�s scholarship committee offers five tips for a potential applicant�s best chance at being awarded a scholarship, including:

1. When answering our questionnaire, be sure to tell us where you see your music career going and how you think we will help prepare you to get there.

2. Keep in mind that scholarship applications are graded on these three categories.
a. Performance
b. Transcripts, letters of recommendation
c. Essay

3. Performance videos are required, therefore production quality and presentation will affect the decision process. Wear more than just your shorts. �No shirt, no shoes, no service!�

4. Essays should demonstrate the dedication of being a future leader in the industry and portray your personality.

5. Spend time on your submission, present yourself professionally and perfect your application and performance as much as possible.