Delta Blues Festival/Dave Williamson Memorial Scholarship Applications Being Accepted

Applications are still being accepted for the Delta Blues Festival/Dave Williamson Memorial Scholarship–funds are raised through the annual concert. The deadline to apply closes January 31.

The purpose of the DBF/Dave Williamson Memorial Scholarship is to allow the festival and all involved, to do their part to help further the education of a graduate of an East Contra Costa County High School in their collegiate or vocational studies.

Criteria:

• Applicant must be an East Contra Costa resident.
  • Antioch, Brentwood, Oakley, and Pittsburg
• Applicant must have a commitment to continue musical studies.
• Submit an unofficial transcript.
• Submit an essay which may include some or all of the following:
  • Their personal affiliation with the style of music they enjoy.
  • Note and explain their career choice and how they see music involved.
  • How music affects their life.
  • How they will benefit by pursuing an education including or devoted to music.
  • Submit any support and commitment to non-profits and/or volunteer organizations.
• Submit a link to a video recording (YouTube, Vimeo, etc.) of applicant’s personal talent (playing an instrument, singing a song, or both). The song can be a cover of another artist or one can provide a copy of an original piece of music written by the applicant.

Selection Process:

• The committee will gather and discuss the applications and decide which applicant best deserves scholarship.
• There is no need to contact the DBF to understand the progress of one’s application.  All applicants will be notified via email of the outcome.
• Formal announcement will be held at the Delta Blues Festival Benefit Concert, at El Campanil Theatre.

Payment Process:

• The funds will be paid directly to the college that will be attended.
• Scholarship amount varies from year to year and depends upon sponsorship support to the Delta Blues Festival.

For more information and to apply, click here.

Scholarship Instructions: https://www.deltabluesfestival.net/dbf-scholarship-instructions.html

Scholarship Application: https://www.deltabluesfestival.net/dbf-scholarship-application.html