Jean Crockett (1956)

The Jean Crockett Music Camp Scholarship was established in 1997 by The Helena Music Teachers Association (HMTA) to honor the memory of Jean Crockett, a Box Elder, Montana, native and HMTA member who taught piano for many years.

Purpose. Jean Crockett scholarship grants may be used only for attendance at a piano camp. Grant checks are payable to any recognized piano camp selected by the recipient.

Eligibility. Active students of HMTA-member teachers may apply.

Application. An application form, including a recording, must be submitted to HMTA before April 15. Students may apply each year until graduation from high school.

Selection Criteria. The scholarship selection committee, chaired by Cathy Champion-Predmore, awards grants on the basis of the following criteria:

• Quality of recorded performance
• Commitment to music
• Recommendation of teacher
• Financial need

Announcement. Scholarship grants will be announced by mail on or about May 1. Recipients will also be announced in the Helena Independent Record.

Funding. The Jean Crockett scholarship is funded by donations. Much good work has been done to enhance the music education of students in the Helena, Montana, area.