The Bette Joan Rac Piano Scholarship, initiated by Alexander Archibold, celebrates the life and musical contributions of a long-time Piano teacher in Edmonton, Alberta who is remembered for her style, her sparkle, and her desire to share the joy of music.

Description

• One award of $1,000 will be awarded annually
• Scholarship will be awarded for the study of piano
• Scholarship is administered by the Alberta Registered Music Teachers’ Association (ARMTA)
• Funds are held by the Canadian Federation of Music Teachers Associations (CFMTA) Trust

Eligibility requirements

• This scholarship is a “needs-based” scholarship when the applicant’s financial need restricts their ability to pursue piano music study.
• Although open to all residents of Alberta, special consideration is given to first- and second-generation Canadians (recent immigrants)
• Studying piano.

Required Documentation

• Description of music interest, hopes, plans, and experiences.
• Proposed plan of future study.
• Description of financial need.
• Any other financial help you have received.
• One reference letter: It may be from your piano teacher, an ARMTA teacher, school music teacher, music association or colleague.