While choosing to name this scholarship after Dr. Allison was so easy and clear, it's also difficult to truly capture why in just one paragraph. After attending his funeral in Kentucky of April 2022, I felt uneasy that his life had ended while his influence still felt very much alive. He made too great an impact on his students and I felt the need to keep it from feeling like the finale. Soon thereafter, I reached out to his wife to seek her approval for naming this scholarship in his honor. Her response is a beautiful summation I would like to share with you as to why I've chosen to name this scholarship in his memorial:

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"What a loving thing to do and one that would make him blush with happiness! Thank you for honoring him in a way that will make a big difference for a student. Please know that he was incredibly proud of his students. When our family was deciding what to put on his tombstone, his dedication to music education was included. It says beloved son, husband, dad, “G”, and music educator. Each title brought him joy and pride. Thank you so much for honoring him! I am deeply grateful for your loving tribute." -Jeri Swiney Allison

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The Dr. Joseph H. Allison Scholarship will be awarded to a Parker County, TX High School Senior who will go on to pursue music in college / university the following fall.  The scholarship is $1,000 minimum annually, as well as 100% of donations made going directly toward the scholarship award.  

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To apply, please complete the application and email to parkercountymusic@yahoo.com by May 20th. 

The recipient will be contacted by June 15th.