Rockit Live Foundation
Scholarship Fund
The Rockit Live Foundation believes that every young artist should have the opportunity to experience the impact that music can have, despite financial restrictions. Our Scholarship Program offers complimentary private lessons in conjunction with band sessions led by our talented team of instructors and celebrity mentors. Students are given the opportunity to participate in multiple shows at professional venues throughout the year, as well as additional charitable events.
In addition to our yearly allocated scholarship fund, we currently have the following opportunities made available by generous donors who have invested in the future of music.
Vocal Scholarship
Peppermint Twist
Half-year scholarship for one Rockit Academy Vocalist, including: session fee, rehearsals, and private lessons for two sessions valued at $2,500.
Donated by: Inserra Supermarkets
Keyboard Scholarship
Good Lovin’
Supports one Rockit Academy keyboardist, including: session fee, rehearsals, and private lessons for one session valued at $1,000.
Donated by: The Ricard Family
Drum Scholarship
Freedom’s Child
Supports one Rockit Academy drummer, including: session fee, rehearsals, and private lessons for one session valued at $1,000.
Donated: In Memory of John & Cleopatra Tsompanidis
Bass/Guitar Scholarship
How Can I Be Sure
Supports one Rockit Academy bassist or guitarist, including: session fee, rehearsals, and private lessons for one session valued at $1,000.
Donated by: Karen Sue Davies
Ready to Apply?
Click below for the Rockit Live Foundation Scholarship Fund application
Scholarship Spotlights
Kaitlyn Taylor
Kaitlyn Taylor, a high school senior, has been a bassist at Rockit Academy for over a year. Originally self taught, Kaitlyn’s talents have grown exponentially in her year at Rockit.
Kaitlyn explains, “RockIt was probably one of the best things to ever happen to me. Not only has Rockit helped me become a better musician, but it has helped me grow as a person. When I first started playing bass, I never imagined that I’d be the player that I am today, and RockIt helped that become a reality for me. RockIt is a huge part of my life now that I didn’t have a year ago, and I wouldn’t trade it for anything.”
William Blake
William Blake, a senior in high school who plays the piano and alto saxophone, has been in the Rockit program for over seven years.
William explains, “Over the years, the Rockit Live Academy has been one of the most important aspects of my life and has had an immense impact on me. Ever since my first rehearsal, I felt like Rockit was my home. Joining the program at the young age of ten exposed me to many things that would shape me into the person I am today. Rockit has taught me the importance of discipline, resilience, and how to communicate. These are all things that I value in everyday life, even outside of playing music. The program has also served as one of the biggest sources of socialization in my life. Throughout my time at Rockit, I have met numerous people who I can safely call friends for life, which is incredible. As a scholarship student, I am forever grateful for the opportunities that Rockit has provided me with, and hope to continue to share my talent with the program and keep playing.”
Rockit Live Foundation
Scholarship Fund Application
THE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH THE AUDITION APPLICATION. APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE REVIEWED UNLESS BOTH ARE SUBMITTED. CLICK HERE FOR AUDITION APPLICATION & REGISTRATION
- Deadline for Scholarship Application is five days prior to auditions.
- Scholarship notifications will be communicated with audition results.
- You may apply for multiple scholarships. If you want to be considered for multiple scholarships, you must submit multiple scholarship applications.
- Please direct any questions to info@rockitacademy.org.
Scholarship Information: Full and partial scholarships will be awarded for the term of ONE session (with the exception of the “Peppermint Twist” scholarship, which is for two sessions), with the opportunity to reapply in future sessions. Rockit Live Foundation has the right to hold or terminate a scholarship student’s activity in the program based on lack of commitment, progress, or performance. Participation in past Rockit sessions does not guarantee placement.
One Session Partial Scholarship Value: $250 – $550
One Session Full Scholarship Value: $1,000 – $1,500
ALL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING:
- A completed Audition Application.
- Teacher Recommendation: Please submit one letter of recommendation from a teacher or performing arts mentor indicating why you would be a good recipient of our scholarship.
- Personal Statement: Please submit a statement indicating why you feel you would be a good recipient for our scholarship. Include any musical experience, performances, prior music education, community service activities, etc. If you are a current Rockit student, how has the Rockit Academy impacted your life?