DIRECTOR’S WELCOME

On behalf of the faculty and staff at Newark School of the Arts, I welcome you to our community. We are pleased to have the chance to be part of you or your child's present and future journey as an artist, music lover, and global citizen.

Students who complete our program come to us from all walks of life, at all stages of their musical journey. What unites them in the end is the confidence and self-knowledge they gain through their studies in our program.

Classical training from the arts gives students discipline. That discipline can be applied to any pursuits. Our students go on to become high achievers in all areas of life.

As an alumnus, I can personally attest to the high artistic integrity of the program. This, with our focus on mentorship and guidance, is just one of the many things that set our program apart.

Wherever you are going, I hope you will let us join you on that journey.

Dr. Patricio F. Molina, Ph.D., D.M.A.

pmolina@newarkschoolofthearts.org

www.patriciofmolina.com

 

NJPAC JEFFREY CAROLLO AND FRANK CALABRESE MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP

The Jeffrey Carollo and Frank Calabrese Music Scholarship in partnership with the New Jersey Performing Arts Center provides financial assistance to advanced students who study classical vocal and instrumental music at the Newark School of the Arts.

 If you are a student of classical vocal or instrumental music, you may be eligible for financial assistance through the NJPAC Jeffrey Carollo and Frank Calabrese Music Scholarship at The Newark School of the Arts. 

PROGRAM INFORMATION

  • Ages: 18 and under

  • New Jersey Residents only

  • Program Dates: September – June

  • Class Times: Two days per week

  • Levels: Intermediate to Advanced

  • Tuition: Scholarship pays for one private lesson per week.

  • Scholarships are available for strings, woodwinds, select brass, piano, and voice.

  • Scholarships will be based on talent and potential. Financial need may be a consideration in the amount of the scholarship award.

Scholarships enable the recipient to attend classes after school, in the evenings, and/or on Saturdays at the Newark School of the Arts.

Classes include private lessons, music theory, history, and chamber music.

Annual performance of all scholarship recipients will be at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center each spring.

2022-2023 PROGRAM AUDITIONS:

SUNDAY, MAY 22, 2022 STARTING AT 3 PM

DEADLINE TO APPLY:  MAY 5, 2022

Auditions will be held at Newark School of the Arts. Auditions slots must be selected through this Calendly Link:
https://calendly.com/patriciomolina/carollo2022

Audition Requirements

Students must be recommended by a music teacher (private instructor or public/private school teacher).

Students must complete the application form and be present at the audition. A student interview will be conducted on the day of the audition. Students may be required to sight-read.

Piano and Strings: Two contrasting pieces, three major and three minor scales and arpeggios of their choice. Both pieces must be memorized.

Woodwinds and Brass: Two contrasting pieces, two major and minor scales of their choice.

Voice: Two contrasting songs, one must be sung in English and one in Italian. Both pieces must be memorized.

The Perks

  • 2 Private lessons per week at Newark School of the Arts

  • Study with distinguished faculty

  • Performance opportunities at NJPAC

  • Master Classes with renowned artists

  • Pre-College Level Music Theory Course

  • Pre-College Level Music History Course

  • Pre-College Level Music Business Course

Gifted young artists are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Interested students should email Dr. Patricio Molina at: pmolina@newarkschoolofthearts.org no later than March to begin their application.

Letter of recommendation (Click here to download form)