Music Access Project and Project Bridge Application

Music Access Project and Project Bridge Application

Bloomingdale’s signature program, the Music Access Project, is a three-year pre-college training program featuring high-quality instruction and personal mentoring. MAP is open to students who: have at least three years of experience on instrument; are In 8th-11th grade at the time of their audition; demonstrate achievement on their primary instrument; are seeking a more intensive music education program to propel them toward college training. Bloomingdale School of Music’s Project Bridge program is a full scholarship program for talented middle and high school students who cannot otherwise afford private lessons. Project Bridge is open to students who: have at least one school year of experience on instrument in their school band or orchestra; in 7th-10th grade at the time of their audition; love music and want to grow in their instrumental skills and musical knowledge; show progress on and dedication to learning their instrument. Applications are due on June 15, 2022. Applying students must submit a video audition.
Email
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What year are you applying for?

2022-2023 School Year
Which program are you applying for?

Music Access Project Project Bridge Both
Which of the following best describes you?

I am a new student I am a current BSM (returning) MAP or PB student who is renewing my information for the new semester

Student Information
Student Name

First Name Last Name
Date of Birth

Month Day Year
Date
Grade Level as of September 2022
School Name
Age as of Date of Audition Video
Primary Instrument
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

City State / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Student Email Address
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Parent/Guardian Information
Parent/Guardian 1 Name

First Name Last Name
Parent/Guardian 1 Cell Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Parent/Guardian 1 Email Address
example@example.com
Parent/Guardian 1 Place of Employment
Parent/Guardian 1 Job Title
Parent/Guardian 2 Name
Parent/Guardian 2 Cell Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Parent/Guardian 2 Email Address
example@example.com
Parent/Guardian 2 Place of Employment
Parent/Guardian 2 Job Title

Musical Experience
What instrument(s) do you play?
How long have you been playing?
Have you taken private lessons?

Yes No
If so, where did you take lessons?
Teacher’s Name
Have you studied any other music subjects? If so, which?
Do you have any ensemble experience? If so, please list types of ensembles and what repertoire you played.
Are you a returning student to Bloomingdale?

Yes No Other
If so, with whom have you studied?
How did you hear about MAP & PB?

General Information
How much time do you spend practicing?
Do you own your instrument?

Yes No
Do you like performing?

Yes No
Have you performed recently? If so, where?
What is your Grade Point Average?
Are you involved in any extra curricular activities?
If so, please list
What are your long-term goals?
Please list any NYSSMA solo pieces learned.

Personal Statement
Please explain why you would be a good candidate for the MAP or PB program.

Audition Repertoire

Please list the compositions that you will be performing for your MAP or PB audition. Two pieces of contrasting style are required. Each piece should be recorded and submitted separately below.
Audition Selection #1 Composition Title and Composer
Audition Video Selection #1

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Audition Selection #2 Composition Title and Composer
Audition Video Selection #2

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Returning Students

Returning MAP and Project Bridge students are asked to resubmit an abridged application form every year for proper record-keeping purposes. If you are NOT a current BSM student who is resubmitting information to continue on in their current MAP or PB track, please return to the previous page and select "I am a new student"
Student Name

First Name Last Name
Date of Birth

Month Day Year
Date
Grade Level as of September 2022
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

City State / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Student Email Address
example@example.com
How has receiving Financial Assistance from BSM impacted your family's music studies?
Feedback gathered from students is helpful to Bloomingdale School of Music in order to report and secure critical foundation support for financial aid and scholarships.

Financial Information
Parent/Guardian 1's annual salary before deductions
Parent/Guardian 1's yearly income from any other sources before deductions. Include rent from tenants, interest, dividends, royalties, gifts, etc:
Parent/Guardian 2's annual salary before deductions
Parent/Guardian 2's yearly income from any other sources before deductions. Include rent from tenants, interest, dividends, royalties, gifts, etc:
Financial document upload: 1040 and any additional forms

TOTAL FAMILY INCOME MUST BE VERIFIED. Please attach a copy of your most recent Federal Income Tax Form 1040 as proof of income. Include all forms of assistance: public assistance, child support, alimony, etc. Your application cannot be processed without this information. All information will be held in the strictest confidence, however we recommend blacking out your social security number or using X's in place of the first five numbers.
Cancel of

Notice and Confirmation

By submitting this form you affirm that all of the information you have provided on this form is true to the best of your knowledge. I understand that any false or misleading statements on this form may result in cancelation of the application. I also understand that I may not participate in any other pre-college music program during the duration of the MAP or PB programs. Finally, I understand that I will be required to attend the program at least two days a week after school.
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