Assumption University is pleased to offer band scholarships in all instruments (excluding bowed strings) to first-year students who demonstrate exceptional instrumental talent and are willing to participate in the Assumption University Band or the Assumption University Jazz Ensemble. The scholarship is renewable each year for instrumentalists who want to be part of an exciting, high-level ensemble experience!
The deadline for priority scholarship considerations for the 2025-2026 academic year is January 24, 2025. As soon as possible, students should download and review the application requirements. Band auditions will be held on January 30 and January 31, 2025, and can be scheduled after a completed application has been submitted. Upon submitting a band scholarship application, students should also apply for admission to Assumption University.
A group of 40-50 players, The Assumption University Band contains students, alumni, faculty, and community members. They rehearse weekly in the Curtis Performance Hall, located in the state-of-the-art Tsotsis Family Academic Center. The band performs between 2 and 4 formal concerts each year and for campus events when needed.
Offering opportunities for guitarists, keyboardists, bassists, as well as wind players and percussion, The Assumption University Jazz Ensemble also rehearses weekly, plays at least two full performances each academic year, and explores the art of improvisation through traditional and contemporary jazz/fusion repertoire.
For questions or more information, please contact the music office:
Dr. Peter Clemente
Professor of Music, Department Chair
pclement@assumption.edu