AUDITIONS SET FOR OCT. 18-19; SIGNUPS START OCT. 1

Auditions for the Cheryl Siebs Vocal Scholarships, made possible by a grant from the Kiwanis Club of Carefree, are scheduled for Oct. 18-19 at Desert Hills Lutheran Church, 29305 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale.

The winners of the junior and senior divisions will be eligible to perform in the concerts on Dec. 7-8 at the Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center 33606 N. 60th St., Scottsdale.

Auditions are open to all students, grades 7-12, residing within or attending school in the Cave Creek School District or north of Carefree Highway in the Deer Valley School District.

Candidates should have two songs memorized and should dress as if it's a performance.

The scholarships are the most visible example of Upscale Singers' devotion to creating musical opportunities for local young people. Upscale Singers is a 501-c(3) non-profit organization.

For a complete guide to audition information, visit the Scholarship Information page.