Scholarships for euphonium players going to college?

I'm a high school junior who plays the euphonium, and I'm looking into college scholarships. Are there any scholarships for musicians that aren't as common as, say, piano or violin? Any advice from others who've been in the music scholarship scene would be great!

Yes, there are specific scholarships for various musical instruments, including the euphonium. You'll want to look at scholarship opportunities in three areas: your prospective college's music department, national music organizations, and local music organizations.

1. Prospective College's Music Department: Scholarships are often available through the music departments of colleges for students who intend to major in music. Contact the schools to which you're applying to inquire about music scholarships. They may offer scholarships based solely on auditions, or a combination of auditions and other application materials.

2. National Music Organizations: Some national organizations like Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) hold annual competitions with scholarship prizes. The Young Artist division of the MTNA Competition includes brass instruments such as the euphonium, and winners can receive cash awards.

3. Local Music Organizations: Often, local groups, organizations, or clubs offer scholarships to students who are from their community. Check with your high school guidance office, local music stores, music educators, and community organizations to see if there are local scholarships you can apply for.

Scholarships for musicians depend not only on talent, but also on the level of participation in musical organizations and activities. So, your involvement in school bands, orchestras, music clubs, or local music groups can be beneficial.

Remember, start your scholarship search early and be diligent in applying. Your passion for the euphonium can indeed find funding support, it's all about researching and investing time into the application process. Good luck!