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 junior or senior in Maricopa County 

• Actively enrolled in a school-age 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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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. — POSTPONED — new spring date TBD.

Required availability

• Tuesday, POSTPONED, 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: POSTPONED

• 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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