What We Do
Scholarship
We offer the Yadzinski Scholarship for the Arts in memory of Edward I. Yadzinski in partnership with the Friends of the BPO.
The $2,000 scholarship is open to eligible students within the Western New York region who have chosen to pursue an undergraduate degree in music. This award is accompanied by an additional grant of $500 for the purchase of educational technology including computers, tablets, peripherals or software.
For additional details and application information, please visit: Friends of the BPO Young Musicians Scholarship or review the latest announcement poster.
Congratulations to Cade Wyles of Amherst High School - 2024 Yadzinski Scholarship for the Arts Winner!
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Community Outreach and Education
The Foundation develops content, supports education, loans technology resources and works in partnership with other nonprofit organizations to promote learning in art and science.
Archival Services
The Foundation supports and grows organizational archives that capture the rich history and heritage of community music, arts, and culture to promote learning and knowledge growth.
Research
We explore physics, acoustics, mathematics and other scientific disciplines and apply observations to real-world applications in art and music.