Lester P. Seaton
Lester P. Seaton Scholarship
The Lester P. Seaton scholarship has been endowed by Mr. Seaton's family and friends, in memory of his love of bluegrass and country music.
Any student enrolled in Bluegrass, Old Time, and Country Music Studies is eligible for this scholarship. The requirements are as follows:
• A cassette tape or CD with three songs featuring the student's playing and/or singing.
• A one-page summary of the student's experience with bluegrass, old time, or country music, and what he/she would like to achieve musically in the future.
• Deadline for submission of new application for the Fall 2011 semester is March 15, 2011.
Applications may be mailed to:
Lester P. Seaton Scholarship Application
ETSU Bluegrass, Old Time, and Country Music Studies
PO Box 70435
Johnson City, TN 37614
Lester Seaton grew up in Maryville, Tennessee, and played on Knoxville radio while still a boy. Although he never played professionally, he retained his love of music throughout his life. His collection of recordings, sheet music, and instruments was donated to ETSU in 1998.