Each spring, two outstanding high school singers in Arizona will each win a $1,000 choral scholarship from Carolyn Eynon Singers! One female singer and one male singer will be selected to receive the scholarships.

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Eligibility

• Currently a high school junior or senior in Maricopa County 

• Actively enrolled in a choir in Maricopa County

• Permission from parent/guardian AND from director/vocal coach

 

Rules

• Prepare two contrasting vocal solos, each at least 2 minutes each in duration

  • Appropriate repertoire: art song, classical piece, or aria

  • Does not have to be in a foreign language

• Provide three copies of the prepared solo for the judges

• Provide your own accompanist (piano available)

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Use of Funds

Scholarship award funds may be used for any of the following:

• NAU 2026 Curry Summer Music Camp tuition, or another accredited summer music study program

• Private voice lessons with an NATS-certified vocal teacher

• Graduating seniors may apply funds to a choral program at a college or university

• CES and the camp, teacher, or school will handle all transactions directly

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​2026 Competition Details

Recipients will be recognized, receive their awards, and perform solos on stage at the CES concert on May 16, 2026. 

Required Availability

Note that THESE dates are correct. We had to postpone the competition, so you may have an older form with earlier dates.

• Tuesday, April 21, 6:30 to 9:00 PM — all singers to perform in vocal competition

• Saturday, May 16, 3:00 to 5:00 PM — winning singers to receive award and perform winning solos at the CES concert

• Competition and concert will be at North Scottsdale United Methodist Church, 11735 North Scottsdale Road (between Cactus & Shea; enter from Jenan Drive)

 

Application Instructions

• Application deadline: Friday, April 17, 2026

• Print the application form 

• Email the completed form to CarolynDirector@gmail.com

  • Mail is not advised due to possible delay or loss

• Include a $15 application fee via Zelle, or mail a check to CES (directions on application)

• Times will be assigned as applications are received. Please send your application as soon as possible to secure a spot

• Times begin at 6:30 PM and will be scheduled every 15 minutes

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