Scholarships for private music study are supported by the Marie Endres Endowment Fund of the Madison Community Foundation. Marie Endres was a beloved performer, conductor and teacher in the Madison area who touched thousands of lives through music during her active career spanning more than 60 years. Former students of Marie Endres and of other musicians in her family, continue a tradition of excellence and dedication to music as they continue to perform, teach and support music in communities throughout the country.
Purposes
- To encourage stringed instrument music study by dedicated middle school students.
- To support continuous progress on a stringed instrument through private study.
- To provide financial assistance to dedicated middle school musicians who otherwise may not be able to afford private music study.
Additional
Prior to her death in September 1999, Marie Endres established an endowment with the Madison Community Foundation to support private music study on stringed instruments for middle school students who show dedication and promise in music but need financial support to supplement their school music involvement with private study.
At the request of the donor, a majority of the support is intended for Dane County residents which is where Marie Endres lived and worked for many years. Students in other parts of Wisconsin are also eligible.
Guidelines
Guidelines are being revised. When complete, information for the 2024-2025 school year will be provided.
For more information please reach out to foundation@wsmamusic.org.