The Haydn Staples Piano Scholarship Programme is run in conjunction with the University of Auckland’s School of Music and made possible by the generous support of the Staples Education Foundation. The programme supports three scholars each year by providing them with performance opportunities and a diverse range of skills that complement their advanced solo studies. These include:
- A scholarship of $2,000 per year towards the cost of music studies
- Six piano lessons with highly respected New Zealand piano teachers
- Participation in masterclasses with international artists performing with the Auckland Philharmonia
- One performance as part of a chamber ensemble with Auckland Philharmonia musicians in recital
- One solo performance in recital
- One performance in concert with the Auckland Philharmonia
- Tickets to all Auckland Philharmonia piano concerto concerts each season
- Employability skills, mentoring and professional development
- Participation in alumni activities once the scholar has completed the programme
