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We are proud to announce our two Stipendiaten for the 2025 Bayreuth Festival: Jaclyn Grossman, a soprano currently engaged to sing Brünnhilde with Edmonton Opera; and Sanford Schwartz, a NYC-based bassoonist and audio engineer.

Soprano Jaclyn Grossman

The Wagner Society of New York’s two 2025 scholarship recipients will attend the annual program, organized by the Richard Wagner Scholarship Foundation, that occurs during the Bayreuth Festival. This Foundation was established over 100 years ago to promote the professional development of young people interested in Richard Wagner and his works. Its former participants include well-known singers, musicians, stage directors, and administrators that specialize in Wagner performance.

Bassoonist Sanford Schwartz

This year, due to the generosity of Mr. Kevin Salinger and Dr. Edward Seidel the Society is able to send two talented and highly qualified young participants. The Society is proud to support both the Scholarships Foundation’s mission and the careers of these aspiring Wagner professionals.