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PARTIAL SCHOLARSHIPS
All accepted artists will receive a partial scholarship.
Please note that we cannot offer full scholarships for the 2024 season. |
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THE HARRIET T. BARTLETT SCHOLARSHIP
For the third year in a row, we are thrilled to announce
The Harriet T. Bartlett Scholarship. A half tuition scholarship awarded to one Black American singer for the 2024 program through the generous donation of an anonymous sponsor. If you are interested in applying for The Harriet T. Bartlett Scholarship, please include a brief cover letter of interest with your application from and materials. The letter should specify how you believe the program will benefit you. |
2024 RECIPIENT
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Jamie Cartright; contralto, moved to Savannah, GA in 2016. She sang with two professional opera choruses (Palm Beach Opera and Orlando Opera) and was a soloist with the Anglican Chorale-Trinity Cathedral in Miami and the Master Chorale of South Florida. Ms. Cartright earned her Bachelor of Music at Stetson University and returned
to Haiti, where she was featured on the cover of Ticket Magazine for her concert at the Institut Français honoring women in classical music. Notable projects include the recital series, (Re) Memory: Songs in Remembrance of the Haitian Earthquake, which she performed at the University of Chicago and other universities in January 2014, a presentation at EthNoise; the ethnomusicology series at University of Chicago; and; her debut with Moon River Opera as Miss Todd in The Old Maid and the Thief. Ms. Cartright was a clinician for three major summer music camps in Haiti and performed regularly with the Orchestre Philharmonique Sainte-Trinité. Over the past seven years, she has volunteered with the Savannah Children’s Choir and, during her time at Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools; she adjudicated the 2nd round of District One’s All-State Auditions and took eight of her students to District One’s Elementary Honor Choir for the first time in her school’s history. Currently, Ms. Cartright is a staff singer at Christ Church Episcopal in Savannah, GA, she serves on the board of Bach Ascending, and she is completing her master’s degree in voice performance at Georgia Southern University where she has sung the role of Kate in The Pirates of Penzance, Mother Jeanne of the Holy Child Jesus in Dialogues of the Carmelites and Third Lady in The Magic Flute. |
Past Recipients
The Harriet T. Bartlett Scholarship
2023 recipient Chantelle Grant, mezzo-soprano |
The Harriet T. Bartlett Scholarship
2022 recipient Elise Christina Jenkins, soprano |
The Harriet T. Bartlett Scholarship
additional 2022 recipient Tammy C. Woods, soprano |
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS SCHOLARSHIP HAS ALREADY BEEN AWARDED FOR 2024
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THE JOSH KILLINGWORTH SCHOLARSHIP
For the second year in a row we are thrilled to announce THE JOSH KILLINGSWORTH SCHOLARSHIP. A half-tuition scholarship established and sponsored by Anastasia Inniss and Julie Wyma and awarded to a differently abled artist.
If you are interested in applying for The Josh Killingsworth Scholarship for the 2024 program, please include a brief cover letter of interest with your application form and materials. The letter should specify how you believe the program will benefit you. |
2024 RECIPIENT
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Brandon Veazey is an American Tenor raised and based in Conroe, Texas. He believes that music is the ultimate form of storytelling and expression, helping both the performer and audience grow as human beings. He received his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of North Texas in vocal performance. Brandon Veazey is interested in performing with professional choral ensembles, opera productions, musical theatre productions, and teaching private voice. He studied with Dr. Jeffrey Snider and Dr. Jeff MacMullen during his time at UNT.
Brandon Veazey’s last performance was his capstone recital titled “The Story Thus Far”, performing pieces that reflect the emotional journey he experienced in his life so far; focusing on the themes of exploration, isolation, friendship, love, and hope, the composers represented range from Franz Schubert to Toru Takemitsu. He enjoys using a variety of song styles to showcase his musicianship and introduce music unaware to others in his audience. Outside of his performance ventures, Brandon Veazey has an interest in music production. In his spare time, he enjoys video games and writing poetry. |
Past Recipients
The Josh Killingsworth Scholarship
2023 recipient
Katharine Meagher, soprano
2023 recipient
Katharine Meagher, soprano
JULIE WYMA, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | ANASTASIA INNISS, ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
THE PROGRAM HAS NO AGE LIMIT
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Because the program has no age limit, young dramatic voices get to share the stage with seasoned professionals who are participating in the program because they want to sing a particular role or are changing Fachs. I established solid professional relationships with people who are in the industry, and working in the opera houses in Europe. And what I have received in lessons, coachings, masterclasses and performance opportunities, headshots, recordings has been one of the most cost effective investments I have done.'
- Stephanie DePrez, Soprano
'Everything that was promised by the program came through beautifully. The daily coachings were impeccable, the voice teaching was fantastic. I feel like I have arrived at another level. I can add Wagner to my repertoire and I owe this to the Dramatic Voices Program Berlin.'
- Marc Molomot, Tenor
'My favorite part were the coachings and lessons, which were at a very high level - they were specific and always done from an encouraging point of view. I did a lot of artistic growth in an environment that is supportive and encourages risk-taking.'
- Jennifer Carter, Soprano
'The first time I sang a solo hojotoho wth orchestra was a highlight of my LIFE! I also absolutely loved being part of such a supportive and talented cohort. What a great bunch of people. I very much enjoyed having the chance to work on my Lieder as well as the Wagner role, and the Masterclasses were also fantastic.It was a perfectly balanced and well-designed program. I cannot thank you enough for the opportunity.'
- Belinda Patterson, Mezzo-Soprano
'Working with Clay Hilley really gave me practical new insights into vocal technique which was underscored beautifully by Carol Mastrodomenico.'
- Pierre du Toit, Tenor
'I loved getting to work with such talented, experienced, and kind singers! It was so educational for me to have the chance to work with professionals that had more experience with me. Their confidence and control of their instruments allowed for deep musical work and inspired me to improve. I also loved how helpful the program was in terms of finding housing for the program. It made coming to a huge new city in a different country as comfortable as it could be! As said before, I also really appreciated the supportive vibe within the program and how connected everyone felt. Having the chance to get to know colleagues from several continents was so special! The program leaders and staff did a fantastic job of bringing in people who were not only talented, but kind and well-rounded as well. They were also extremely understanding and willing to work with any issues that arose during the program. This attitude of positivity and acceptance is how all music programs should be run and I hope to see more programs adopt it in the future.'
- Noah Stone, Pianist
'I absolutely loved all of the faculty and leadership of the program. I wish I could have absorbed more knowledge and gotten to spend more time with you all.'
- Nick Masiello, Tenor
- Stephanie DePrez, Soprano
'Everything that was promised by the program came through beautifully. The daily coachings were impeccable, the voice teaching was fantastic. I feel like I have arrived at another level. I can add Wagner to my repertoire and I owe this to the Dramatic Voices Program Berlin.'
- Marc Molomot, Tenor
'My favorite part were the coachings and lessons, which were at a very high level - they were specific and always done from an encouraging point of view. I did a lot of artistic growth in an environment that is supportive and encourages risk-taking.'
- Jennifer Carter, Soprano
'The first time I sang a solo hojotoho wth orchestra was a highlight of my LIFE! I also absolutely loved being part of such a supportive and talented cohort. What a great bunch of people. I very much enjoyed having the chance to work on my Lieder as well as the Wagner role, and the Masterclasses were also fantastic.It was a perfectly balanced and well-designed program. I cannot thank you enough for the opportunity.'
- Belinda Patterson, Mezzo-Soprano
'Working with Clay Hilley really gave me practical new insights into vocal technique which was underscored beautifully by Carol Mastrodomenico.'
- Pierre du Toit, Tenor
'I loved getting to work with such talented, experienced, and kind singers! It was so educational for me to have the chance to work with professionals that had more experience with me. Their confidence and control of their instruments allowed for deep musical work and inspired me to improve. I also loved how helpful the program was in terms of finding housing for the program. It made coming to a huge new city in a different country as comfortable as it could be! As said before, I also really appreciated the supportive vibe within the program and how connected everyone felt. Having the chance to get to know colleagues from several continents was so special! The program leaders and staff did a fantastic job of bringing in people who were not only talented, but kind and well-rounded as well. They were also extremely understanding and willing to work with any issues that arose during the program. This attitude of positivity and acceptance is how all music programs should be run and I hope to see more programs adopt it in the future.'
- Noah Stone, Pianist
'I absolutely loved all of the faculty and leadership of the program. I wish I could have absorbed more knowledge and gotten to spend more time with you all.'
- Nick Masiello, Tenor