The Sibby Hashian Drive for Drums
One full drum kit will be awarded annually to a devoted, passionate, and aspiring young drummer in the New England area. Applicants may apply by submitting an essay of 500 words or less to Music Drives Us, detailing their first experience drumming & their aspirations, and explaining their need of a full drum kit for personal use. All applicants must also include a YouTube link to a short video of their drum solo.
To be eligible, applicants must be between the ages of 9 & 18, and must reside in the New England region. Schools and nonprofits may also apply for their classroom. All applicants must submit the above components to Music Drives Us by August 1st, 2018.
“Sibby Hashian was a father, husband, grandfather, and my dear friend. He was a legendary rock drummer, and his presence is truly missed. Sibby’s passion for music and playing the drums emanated off the stage each time he played. It was one of the greatest honors of my life to play with him, but more importantly to call him my friend. Sibby was a longtime ambassador to Music Drives Us. He donated much of his time and resources to progress our mission. In honor of his legacy, Music Drives Us has established The Sibby Hashian Drive for Drums. This award of one full drum kit will be given annually to a student in New England who has the drive and fervor for drumming. Sib wanted everyone to have an equal opportunity to pursue their love of music, and this is our small part in carrying on his everlasting legacy.”
-Ernie Boch Jr., Founder of Music Drives Us
To be eligible, applicants must be between the ages of 9 & 18, and must reside in the New England region. Schools and nonprofits may also apply for their classroom. All applicants must submit the above components to Music Drives Us by August 1st, 2018.
“Sibby Hashian was a father, husband, grandfather, and my dear friend. He was a legendary rock drummer, and his presence is truly missed. Sibby’s passion for music and playing the drums emanated off the stage each time he played. It was one of the greatest honors of my life to play with him, but more importantly to call him my friend. Sibby was a longtime ambassador to Music Drives Us. He donated much of his time and resources to progress our mission. In honor of his legacy, Music Drives Us has established The Sibby Hashian Drive for Drums. This award of one full drum kit will be given annually to a student in New England who has the drive and fervor for drumming. Sib wanted everyone to have an equal opportunity to pursue their love of music, and this is our small part in carrying on his everlasting legacy.”
-Ernie Boch Jr., Founder of Music Drives Us
Grant Application guidelines
The maximum amount that Music Drives Us grants is $10,000.
- The person who completes the grant application must be the individual requesting funding or instruments. Applications may not be submitted by someone else on behalf of a teacher or school/organization. The grant applicant will be the primary point of contact.
- If you have received a grant from Music Drives Us in the past, please wait 3 years before reapplying.
- Emails and phone numbers must go directly to the points of contact. Personal emails and phone numbers are acceptable. Please do not provide the main phone number for the school/organization. If using a phone number within the school/organization, please include the extension.
- Please provide the address for the school/organization that the requested instruments or funding will be delivered to. Instruments and checks will not be delivered to homes or personal addresses.