The Flying Musicians Swing Wing scholarship is open to all members of FMA between the ages of 18 and 28 (exception can be made for members under 18 with parental consent). The scholarship is awarded annually to attend the New York Hot Jazz Camp.
The New York Hot Jazz Camp is an immersive experience with New York’s finest traditional jazz musicians and recording artists, founded in 2015 by Co-Directors Molly Ryan and Bria Skonberg. We aim to provide instruction to musicians of all skill levels, who want to further their knowledge of classic jazz in a positive and supportive environment. The curriculum pulls from jazz’s inception in the Southern US through its journey to New York and Chicago in the 1920s and ’30s and subsequent West Coast stylings. Each Spring the NYHJC hosts a weeklong intensive camp in the heart of Greenwich Village where a maximum of 48 participants take part in masterclasses, workshops, private lessons, lectures, and ensemble rehearsals. In 2018 the NYHJC partnered with Prohibition Productions to co-present the Gotham Jazz Festival, a 12-hour musical marathon celebrating local talent as well as the final concert of all students and faculty.
The 2024 Camp begins April 28, 2024. Please contact us ASAP by sending an email to Education@FlyingMusicians.org with the following:
Criteria:
- Must qualify per the NYHJC prospectus.
- Send email to Education@FlyingMusicians.org.
- Name
- Age
- Confirm you meet requirements per the NYHJC prospectus.
- Instrument/Vocals
- Why you want to attend in 150 words or less.
- Recommendation from another if able.
- Online Application
- Deadline January 28, 2024