We’re Celebrating Our Golden Joybilee Year! 1976-2026

Anna Newell Brown Awards for Vocal Excellence

Description

Established by Mr. and Mrs. Robert N. Brown in memory of Mr. Brown’s mother, Anna Newell Brown, a distinguished vocalist who contributed greatly to the cultural life of Bartholomew County. Both Mr. and Mrs. Brown served on the Heritage Fund’s Board of Directors.

2026 Competition Date: Saturday, February 14 at Haddad Hall!

Criteria

  • Any Bartholomew County resident who is a high school sophomore, junior, or senior vocalist.
  • The scholarships are determined by a vocal competition conducted in February each year.
  • Seniors compete for college scholarships and an invitation to audition with the Columbus Indiana Philharmonic.
  • Sophomores and juniors compete for scholarships for private lessons or music camps.

Begin accepting applications

October 1, 2025

Application Deadline

December 12, 2024, 4pm

Scholarship amount

$3500 1st-place senior; varies
Scholarship Applied Toward
Tuition & Qualified Educational Expenses
Available on Anna Newell Brown Awards for Vocal Excellence Application

Questions?

Contact Scholarship Manager Katy Bush at kbush@heritagefundbc.org.