The Madison Avenue Baptist Church has opened the application for its 2024-25 Emerging Artists Fellowship Program.

The Madison Avenue Baptist Church (MABC) is proud to introduce the 2024/25 Emerging Artists Fellowship Program, a unique initiative designed to nurture and develop the talents of aspiring singers across various musical genres. This innovative program offers six talented singers the opportunity to immerse themselves in an array of musical styles, ranging from sacred choral works and opera to contemporary music and musical theater.

About the Fellowship

The MABC Emerging Artists Fellowship is a year-long program that allows fellows to explore and perform a diverse repertoire, including opera scenes, sacred choral works, art songs, chamber ensemble pieces, and more. Fellows will participate in the Madison Sounds music series, and special occasions such as Easter and Christmas festivals, providing them with unparalleled exposure, training, and performance experience.

Fellowship Benefits

Each fellow will receive a stipend of $1,000 and engage in various responsibilities, including performances in the Madison Sounds concert series, participation in fundraising activities, and contribution to outreach efforts. Furthermore, most public events will be professionally recorded and live-streamed, providing fellows with high-quality recordings for their portfolios.

Educational Opportunities

The fellowship includes weekly coaching sessions with MABC's Minister of Music, Aza Sydykov, a renowned pianist and coach. Fellows will also benefit from masterclasses by esteemed professors from New York's top music schools, covering a comprehensive coaching schedule throughout the fall and spring semesters.

Performance Highlights

Fellows will showcase their talents in several concerts as part of the Madison Sounds series, performing works by composers such as Tchaikovsky, Mozart, and John Rutter. These concerts offer a platform for fellows to present their artistry to the public and collaborate with the MABC Choir and guest artists.

Eligibility and Application

The program is open to singers aged 21 and above by the commencement date. Interested applicants are required to submit a video recording featuring two contrasting pieces, along with a resume and biography. Applications are free of charge and must be submitted by August 25, 2024.

Commitment to Diversity

Madison Avenue Baptist Church is an equal opportunity entity, committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to join us in this enriching musical journey.

Application Link and Deadline

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdoKF88SEp5sxdyMyAZKPP6rgkRrPLPdqA3cRnMG9_76TW3kw/viewform?usp=sf_link

The deadline for application submission is August 25, 2024.

Consent and Release

Selected fellows will agree to be interviewed, photographed, and videotaped for MABC-produced public events, with the potential for global broadcast.

About Madison Avenue Baptist Church

The historic Madison Avenue Baptist Church is an American Baptist congregation in New York City established in 1848. It is a diverse community that is inclusive of all people, following the example of Jesus who offered the world love, compassion, and justice.

Contact Information

For further details, press inquiries, and interviews, please contact:

Aza Sydykov

Minister of Music, Education, and Cultural Affairs at MABC

azasydykov@mabcnyc.org