2022–23 Season Betty Van Andel Scholarship

Named in memory of Betty Van Andel and inspired by her lifelong passion for music and her many contributions to Opera Grand Rapids, both as a board member and benefactor, the Betty Van Andel Scholarship seeks to continue Betty Van Andel’s vision of promoting opera in West Michigan by encouraging singers who have distinguished themselves as exceptional candidates to pursue continuing education and development in opera and/or the vocal arts.

The scholarship will be awarded at Opera Grand Rapids’ annual gala in May 2023. The scholarship recipient is obligated to attend and perform one piece.

Examples of opera-related activities for which this award may be used:

* Training programs

* Conference

* Workshops

* Study abroad programs

* Young artist programs

To be eligible a candidate must:

* Be a vocal student dedicated to pursuing education or professional development in opera and/or the vocal arts.

* Be a current resident of West Michigan or student residing there (defined as the counties of Allegan, Barry, Ionia, Kalamazoo, Kent, Lake, Mason, Mecosta, Montcalm, Muskegon, Newaygo, Oceana, Osceola, Ottawa, and Van Buren).

Application materials:

* Typed, two-page, double-spaced letter describing your experience with opera, your aspirations for a future in opera, and the type of program in which you would like to enroll if awarded funds.

* Letter of recommendation that speaks to your qualifications at the time of application.

* Current resume of your work to this point.

Application Deadline: April 3, 2023, 11:59 pm. Applicants will be notified in late April.