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You can now support Young Sounds by becoming an Overall Donor or by becoming a Scholarship Donor. Read more about our programs below.
Scholarships are awarded to selected students who demonstrate a commitment to their musical studies which includes dedication to rehearsals, performances and special Young Sounds activities; who demonstrate a strong technical ability and passion for their art and who wholeheartedly understand the value of teamwork. Young Sounds scholarships can be used for private lessons, college tuition and workshops or master classes.
Roberta J. Chorlton Young Musicians Gift Fund
Roberta J. Chorlton (1945 - 2020), played violin both modern and baroque, as well as various medieval stringed instruments. She performed widely in ensembles and at local musical events as well as teaching both in the Gilbert Public School system and privately, whether independently or with music academies.
In Roberta’s memory and in the spirit of her desire to see young violin students given opportunities that match their merit, despite any challenges, this Gift Fund is designed to help students receive lessons without financial hardship.
Young Sounds is now accepting applications for the 2022-23 school year. Private instructors, school music teachers, and orchestra conductors may submit student information for consideration. Two scholarships in the amount of $25/lesson for 9 months will be awarded.
For an application, email musicians@promusicaz.org. The recipients will be chosen by David Chorlton and a panel of local string teachers. To make a donation to the Gift Fund, go to the Support Young Sounds page at youngsounds.org.
The Patricia Myers Scholarship
Patricia Myers was a passionate and talented journalist and jazz aficionado who consistently supported live local music in Arizona and was a supporter of professional musicians all over the valley and a great friend and supporter of Young Sounds.
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The Armand Boatman Scholarship
Armand Boatman is an exciting jazz pianist who settled in Phoenix in 1973 and quickly began planting roots in the valley music scene. He is an exceptional music educator and his passion is and always has been playing jazz for enthusiastic audiences.
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The Gary Carney Scholarship
Gary Carney was a legend in the AZ jazz scene. A trombone player known for his humility, professionalism, tone and harmonic brilliance, Gary’s had an expansive career including time spent with the big band orchestra, Les Brown and His Band of Renown.
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The Dave Cook Scholarship
Dave Cook became one of the most influential and highly respected jazz musicians in the Phoenix and Prescott areas. His mentoring of young musicians, performances with his bands Atlantis, New Vanguard and Intensity, as well as being one of the pioneering influences of jazz in Tempe, led to his numerous awards and recognition.
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The Nadine Jansen Scholarship
Nadine Jansen’s career spanned 5 decades. She was renowned for playing piano with her left hand and trumpet with her right at the same time, and she moved audiences for many years with her lustrous vocals as well.
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The Teresa Perez Scholarship
Teresa Perez was a lifelong lover of music, jazz in particular. She was instrumental in helping establish funding for Young Sounds of Arizona and continuously supported Young Sounds and the Professional Musicians of Arizona AFM Local 586.
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The Margo Reed Scholarship
Margo Reed was an accomplished jazz singer full of life and soul and was a beloved valley icon. Among many other accolades she was inducted to the Arizona Blues Hall of Fame in 2004 and received the Jazz in AZ Lifetime Achievement Award in 2008.
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The Tony Ziemba Scholarship
Tony Ziemba was a photographer who spent decades behind the lens perfectly capturing many local musicians in their element as well as visiting artists. He was a fixture at local concerts, at times attending more than 500 a year. Musicians truly appreciated his work and professionalism. His generosity was wonderful, as he never charged for photographs. The scholarship in his name will help a young aspiring musician.
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Become an Overall Donor
Young Sounds of Arizona relies on grants from generous citizens, government, business and community groups in our community. Funds are used to purchase equipment, venue rentals and all costs associated with performances, student scholarships and master classes with professional clinicians that will help build upon our students’ musical training. Young Sounds now features two big bands and a jazz combo. Your generous support is greatly appreciated.
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