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Piano Keys

The Ethel Price Heckman Bland Music Award

was established in 1989 to encourage students in rural southeast Virginia to continue developing their musical talents into adulthood, and to share their talents and skills with their community. Winners receive a plaque and $500 to use toward future music goals.

Latest News:

Applications for the 2025-2026 award year are now OPEN!

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Each year, we begin accepting applications in January, and the final winner is announced in June. Visit the Application Information page to get started! The Deadline for 2026 award applications is April 1, 2026.

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