Schadt String Scholarships

Schadt String Scholarships provide financial support from $50-$500 to young string players of merit to experience concentrated instrumental student from outstanding teachers, coaches, and conductors in a structured educational environment.

This year, there will be several categories for the judges to award scholarships.

For those with “no private lessons,” the categories are:
1-3 years of playing experience, any age
3+ years of playing experience, any age.

For those with private lessons, the categories are:
4th-8th grade
9th-12th grade

Submission Deadline: May 1, 2026
Notifications: June 1, 2026

Requirements & Format

• Students may submit any solo piece (etude, sonata, concert, etc.) that does not exceed seven minutes in length. 
• Age: 4th grade to 12th grade students are eligible to submit auditions
• Region: Students who live in Berks, Carbon, Lehigh, Monroe, Northampton, Pike, Schuylkill Counties (PMEA District 10) may submit.
• Instruments: Students must perform on Violin, Viola, Cello, or Bass. Piano accompaniment is allowed in the submitted recordings.
• Submit a video file that can be downloaded (not YouTube) filmed in a horizontal format and with good audio quality.
• Scholarships awarded must be used for private lessons or a summer music camp. Checks will be sent directly to the teacher or music camp administrative office.