NFMC Lynn Freeman Olson Composition Awards

National Federation of Music Clubs Olson Awards James Schnars
6550 Shoreline Drive Suite 7505
St. Petersburg, FL 33708

Phone: 317-638-4003
Fax: 317-638-0503
Email: info@nfmc-music.org
http://www.nfmc-music.org

Purpose of award: To support student composers.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be at least in grade 7 and no older than age 25. Three awards are given, one for each category: intermediate (grades 7 to 9), high school (grades 10 to 12) and advanced (high school graduates through age 25). Applicants must be members of the National Federation of Music Clubs and must submit an original piano composition to be judged. This biennial award is given in odd numbered years.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500-$1,500.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.