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2026 GMBS MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION

Honoring the musical legacy of Glenn Miller, the GMBS invites high school seniors and college freshmen to participate in our annual Scholarship competition. The event is open to high school seniors and college freshmen who intend make music their future focus. Students from across the nation apply in two categories: vocal and instrumental. Ten vocal and ten instrumental semi-finalists are invited to compete in person for the top three positions during our annual festival.

For 2026, we are pleased to present a revamped prize package, with $36,000 in available rewards!

This year, our three vocal and three instrumental winners will receive:

 

First Place - $10,000

Second Place - $5,000

Third Place - $3,000   

For Our Contest Application, Rules, Important Dates/Deadlines and Performance Requirements:

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Please Direct Your Questions and Applications to shari@glennmiller.org.

© 2026 GLENN MILLER BIRTHPLACE SOCIETY

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