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Sunday, September 7 · 3PM

Manami Suzuki

Piano  ·  Bach, Beethoven “Moonlight,” Chopin & Debussy at historic Memorial Hall.

A rising talent of remarkable poise — fearless and deeply tender, the kind of artistry that lingers long after the final note.

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Megan Moore
Mezzo-Soprano · October 12
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Bridget Kibbey
Harp · November 16
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Jaeden Izik-Dzurkoy
Piano · March 8
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Ziggy & Miles
Guitar Duo · March 29
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Manami Suzuki

September 7 · 3:00 PM
Piano · Memorial Hall

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Megan Moore

October 12 · 3:00 PM
Mezzo-Soprano · Memorial Hall

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Bridget Kibbey

November 16 · 3:00 PM
Harp · Memorial Hall

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Jaeden Izik-Dzurkoy

March 8 · 3:00 PM
Piano · Memorial Hall

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Ziggy & Miles

March 29 · 3:00 PM
Guitar Duo · Memorial Hall

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September 7 · Memorial Hall

Manami Suzuki

PianoSunday, September 7, 2026 · 3:00 PM
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    Now Accepting Applications

    The Nancy F. Walker
    Memorial Scholarship

    Celebrating the next generation of Western classical instrumental and vocal artists across Greater Cincinnati — held proudly every year since 2018.

    For Instrumental & Vocal Students

    Your talent deserves a stage.

    If you love to play or sing, we’d love to hear you. The Nancy F. Walker Memorial Scholarship Competition invites gifted young musicians to audition for distinguished judges, earn thoughtful written feedback, and — for our top winners — perform in a beautiful recital before an audience who champions the arts. It’s an experience, an encouragement, and a wonderful first step.

    Applications are due December 2026 — auditions follow on January 23, 2027.
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    Auditions
    January 23, 2027
    Location TBA. Detailed audition requirements will be posted soon.
    Scholarship Recital & Luncheon
    April 3, 2027 · 11 AM
    Greenacres Arts Center, 8400 Blome Rd, Indian Hill, Cincinnati, OH 45243.
    A Cincinnati Tradition
    Held Annually Since 2018
    A trusted showcase for the region’s emerging classical talent.
    Eligibility

    See if you qualify

    Who Can Apply

    • High School Juniors & Seniors
    • College Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors

    Where You Must Live

    • Butler, Clermont, Hamilton & Warren Counties — Ohio
    • Dearborn County — Indiana
    • Boone, Campbell & Kenton Counties — Kentucky
    How It Works

    Three steps to the stage

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    Apply

    Download and complete the application, then submit it before the December 2026 deadline. Full audition requirements will be posted soon.

    2

    Audition

    Perform on January 23, 2027 for a panel of highly qualified, distinguished judges — who share thoughtful written comments with every student.

    3

    Perform

    Top award winners perform at the Scholarship Recital & Luncheon on April 3, 2027 at Greenacres Arts Center, then meet guests over a complimentary lunch.

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    Questions?

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    Wondering about eligibility, repertoire, or the audition? We’d be glad to hear from you.

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    Please contact Jane Copper-Short · matineemusicalescholarships@gmail.com