Eastman Pathways program

• Must be an RCSD student in 4th-10th grade.
• Must be recommended by their RCSD instrumental, vocal, or general music teacher.
• Must have played their instrument for at least a year.
• Must have completed a NYSSMA Solo Festival audition.
• Must commit to participate in their school music program for the 2020-2021 school year.
• Must be in good academic standing with no disciplinary referrals.
• Must maintain 90% attendance or greater.

Acceptance into Pathways is NOT based on income. Your income level will not effect your acceptance into Pathways.

• A Pathways Scholarship covers private lessons and any classes or ensembles for which you are eligible.
• Generally, income UNDER $40,000 receive a full tuition scholarship.
• Scholarship amount is based on a sliding scale for incomes OVER $40,000.
• All students are required to pay a $30.00 registration fee per year.
• There may be other fees for course materials (up to $25.00/semester)

At the audition, you will be asked to:

• Tell us the names of notes in bass and treble clefs
• Perform 2-3 scales (of the student's choice)
• Sightread a short piece appropriate for your NYSSMA level
• Perform a prepared solo from the NYSSMA Manual.

Your school music teacher will be able to help you prepare to showcase your skills!