The National Association of Negro Musicians, Inc. presents

2027 Scholarship Competition for Strings

The National Association of Negro Musicians, Inc. invites you to apply for the 2027 Scholarship Competition for Strings.  Contestants will first compete on the local then the regional level.  Based on these competitions, each region will send its winning contestant to compete at the national level of the competition to be held in July of 2027. The required repertoire embraces the works of European and American composers while highlighting the contributions of Black composers.

Applications, along with the $50 application fee and a copy of photo identification, are due by 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) on January 15, 2027.  Please reference the document linked below for competition rules, repertoire requirements, and other eligibility information.​

For competition rules, repertoire requirements, and to apply, visit:

www.nanm.org/scholarship

Application deadline: January 15, 2027