¯Church of the Crossroads Music Scholarship Program

The Church of the Crossroads Memorial Music Scholarships were created to honor and carry on the work of persons who have enriched

our worship services and nourished our community through the gifts of their music. The awards help music students further their music

education and give opportunities to present their music in public, both as soloists and as participants in ensembles.

Music scholars offer musical leadership to the choir and provide the church community tangible returns for its monetary support of the

scholarship program. The scholars are featured in the FUNd-raising concert, A Gift of Love, given every other year, usually in early May,

and contributions received help fund the awards.

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Scholarship Benefits

♪ work with an experienced director ♪

♪ receive financial support for music study ♪

♪ sing with a caring and vital group of people ♪

♪ repertoire building—classical to present-day ♪

♪ opportunities for solo/duet/small ensemble singing ♪

♪ share your talent and knowledge of music with others ♪

♪ use of church facilities…(piano, organ, practice rooms) ♪

♪ church parking permit—walking distance to UH/Mānoa ♪

Share the Joy of Music

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The number of choir scholars is reaching toward 80 recipients (2007-2008). Monetary awards now total over $75,000 since the music

scholarship program was founded in 1980 by Don Conover and Linda Rich. The $1,000 grants help cover the cost of private lessons and

offer a stipend for singing with the choir for up to two consecutive years. Membership in this church or another is not required.

In return, Church of the Crossroads’ worship services and overall musical life are enriched by these very talented, creative and gracious folks.

Many of the scholars have been music majors and possessed solo-quality voices; however, applicants may come from any discipline, be of any

age and be good choral singers, not necessarily soloists. And when they leave us, many have gone on to share their musical gifts as teachers

and performers within the local community and around the world.

Usually four $1,000 scholarships are awarded each year, a soprano, an alto, a tenor and a bass/baritone. Scholarships have been awarded for

string bass, accompanist and music assistant, as well. If you or someone you know may be interested in applying for an award, please access

the Scholarship Information Pages and Application Blanks on this website. If you have questions after checking these out, please contact

minister of music Don Conover donconoverhawaii@earthlink.net or 808-256-7212.