Who is this awarded to?

Music scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate excellence in music and musical performance.

Eligibility

To be eligible for a Music scholarship at Geelong Grammar School in 2024, applicants must be:

  • a new student entering into Years 7, 8, 9, 10 or 11; or
  • a current student entering into Years 7, 8, 9 or 10.

Applicants must be Australian or New Zealand citizens or holders of an Australian Permanent Residence Visa.

Minimum practical standards are required to be considered for a Music Scholarship. Applicants must have completed the AMEB level or its equivalent on one of the instruments shown below by the end of the year prior to entry.

InstrumentYr 7Yr 8Yr 9Yr 10Yr 11
Violin, Clarinet, Saxophone, Flute, Guitar, Voice. 45666
Brass, Percussion, Bassoon, Oboe, Double Bass, Cello, Viola44556
Piano*66666
Pipe Organ**See BelowSee BelowSee BelowSee BelowSee Below
*Pianists presenting for scholarship on Piano must also be fluent on a second instrument.
*Pipe Organ pianists may audition on piano.

 

 

Selection Criteria

Student selection is based on audition and interview, in combination with academic examination results.

Successful candidates will be eager to participate in the wide range of opportunities available at the School, respecting the philosophy and rules that govern the School.

What does a Music scholarship cover?

  • Up to 50% of the day or boarding fees; may vary depending on the individual.
  • Awards of over 50% are made in exceptional circumstances. In such cases, parents will be asked to complete a financial assessment form.
  • The scholarship awarded applies to the relevant Geelong Grammar School day or boarding fee, but not to uniforms, private vocal or instrumental lessons, textbooks, excursions, sundry charges or other personal items.

Auditions

Auditions are in February, prior to the academic examination.

Support of an accompanist, where required, is arranged by the School on the candidate’s behalf and will incur a fee of $50. Details of payment will be provided by the Music Department.

Where circumstance prevents a live audition (preferred), a remote audition will be made available through Zoom. Candidates undertaking a remote audition through Zoom will need to use an external USB condenser microphone (high quality) and will need to ensure that both ‘high fidelity mode’ and ‘stereo mode’ are enabled. Further details will be provided by the Music Department.

Examination location

Location: Corio Campus
Alternative locations may be arranged by contacting our examination provider (Edutest) directly +61 3 9014 1411.

Please note: should testing be unable to be held on Campus due to Covid-19 restrictions, you will be advised of alternative arrangements via the Admissions Office, Corio.

Key dates

Applications for 2024 Music Scholarships are closed.

Applications for the 2025 Music Scholarship programme will open in November 2023.

What happens after the audition and examination?

Following the examination and audition, shortlisted candidates are invited to an interview (via Zoom) with the Admissions Manager and Heads of School.

Interviews will occur in April; all candidates will be notified of the outcome of their application as soon as practical.

Terms and Conditions

Music Scholarship Terms and Conditions can be found here.