Alumni of the Piano & Strings Program are eligible to apply for a loan if they meet the following criteria:

• Must have participated in the Piano & Strings Program in the past five (5) years
• Applicants must be U.S. citizens, legal residents, and/or hold a valid visa (that permits travel to and from the United States) for the duration of the loan period. 
• Submit a complete application.
• Strong consideration will be given to applicants who show a demonstrated commitment to a performance career and participation in music education, arts advocacy, and/or community engagement through music.
• Loans are granted for a two-year period, with a possible extension for a third year.
• Loan recipients must agree to participate in at least two education or community engagement events a year. 
• Loan recipient must serve on the review panel for at least one term after their loan agreement expires.
   

The deadline for applications is Friday, May 29, 2026.

To apply, submit the following materials using the form below:

• Written responses describing your career goals, your educational/leadership activities in the music world, and how you anticipate an instrument loan would help advance those objectives
• An up-to-date résumé or CV (as a PDF or other attachable digital document)

Open Instrument Bank Loan Application Form

Our selection process is designed to identify alumni with exceptional promise and a need for a high-level instrument.

Applications will be evaluated based on:

• Career Plan and Goals: A clearly defined career plan with attainable goals 
• Need for Loan: Demonstrated need for an instrument to support
• Citizen Artist: Applicant demonstrates a commitment of interest to music education/community engagement/arts advocacy