The Bette Joan Rac Piano Scholarship

$1000 Award Presented Annually
Application Deadline: May 31

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.