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2024 Scholarship Recipients

  • Aram Karpeh

    PEABODY INSTITIUTE OF MUSIC

    DOUBLE BASS

    “I feel a mixture of surprise and accomplishment being awarded this scholarship. I felt surprised because I did not think I was going to be awarded such great, and needed, scholarship. I felt a sense of accomplishment because this is the first third-party scholarship I've applied for and I was awarded it after applied for it for the first time!”

  • Mahalia Hernandez

    CHICAGO COLLEGE OF PERFORMING ARTS

    VIOLIN

    “I am honored to have received this scholarship. As someone who’s concerned about college tuition costs, I believe this scholarship has lifted a huge weight. I am truly grateful for Ms. LaShanda Byrd-Williams’ and her teams’ generosity, and receiving this scholarship has made me even more inspired to achieve my dreams of getting involved in social justice, specifically among young people who lack the resources to pursue their passion in classical music.”

  • Quincy Eby

    THE JUILLIARD SCHOOL

    VIOLA

    "I am deeply grateful to Motivated By Music for this scholarship. Your commitment to excellence and dedication to young musicians is inspiring. This scholarship will help me pursue my dreams and assist in the cost of attendance, allowing me to focus more on my musical development. Thank you for believing in my potential and supporting the future of young artists."

  • Zion Carmichael

    UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA

    MUSIC THEATER

    “ I am so grateful to be awarded this scholarship. I was surprised and honored to be selected. This money has taken a huge financial chip off my shoulder as I pursue my musical theatre career. This is such a blessing!”

Motivated By Music (MBM) is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to supporting young musicians by awarding scholarships and providing a platform for them to showcase their talents.

"When I heard that I was awarded the MBM scholarship, I was so surprised followed by immense gratitude. The financial burden of room and board fees has been very stressful for my family, and this scholarship is an absolute blessing. It will make a tremendous difference in my college journey, and I am sincerely grateful for MBM's support. Thank you so much Motivated by Music!"


— Anna Zhang - 2023 Scholarship Recipient

“I would definitely recommend this program. I have felt an overwhelming amount of support and encouragement in my music endeavors thus far through this program, and I am so grateful for this!”


— Jill Baldassari - 2022 Scholarship Recipient