Ashley Grigg awarded 2026 Conrad Dunn orchestra scholarship from the Utah Music Foundation
Ashley Grigg
June 7, 2026
Salt Lake City, UT — Utah Music Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing scholarships to musical students from Utah communities, is thrilled to announce Ashley Grigg as the recipient of the 2026 Conrad Dunn orchestra scholarship. Ashley is a 2026 graduate of Sky View High School in Smithfield, UT and will be attending the University of Utah.
“My name is Ashley Grigg and I'm from Smithfield, Utah. I have been playing the cello for 10 years and I love it! I began taking lessons when I was 9 years old through a local program. During my junior year, I became an assistant for that same beginning orchestra, and have been working with young musicians ever since. Being part of their learning experiences and watching the growth and determination they show as they learn to play is incredible. This fall, I plan to study Music Education at the University of Utah. I am very grateful to Conrad Dunn for providing this opportunity and supporting me in my education!”
This $500 scholarship is awarded each year based on the applicant’s involvement in orchestra, a recorded performance, and a brief essay. This short essay invites students to reflect on orchestra has influenced their lives and how they will be involved in orchestra going forward. The application process opens each spring and applicants are invited to apply at www.utahmusicfoundation.org.
To view prior year recipients of this and other scholarships, please visit the Utah Music Foundation website.
For more information, please contact: info@utahmusicfoundation.org
About Conrad Dunn
Conrad started his musical career at age four as he sat on the front row at the concert of world-renowned violinist Zino Franciscotti; his little heart was touched forever.
Inspiration, determination, dedication and hard work carried him through a fascinating career of teaching and performing. Playing with groups, and performances too numerous to mention, have filled his life and dreams. Years playing with the Osmonds have been some of the special highlights along the way.
He has spent over 50 years in the field of education. His passion is sharing his knowledge with the youth and instilling a love for music in their lives. He has been teaching orchestra at the Thomas Edison Charter Schools in Cache Valley for the last thirteen years, and has been the conductor of our Northern Utah Youth Symphony for nine years.
About Utah Music Foundation
Founded in 2018, the Utah Music Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping students in Utah reach their musical and academic potential. Utah Music Foundation offers scholarships to musical high school students to help alleviate the financial burden of their college education. Utah Music Foundation is recognized by the IRS as a public charity with 501(c)(3) tax exempt status. Visit www.UtahMusicFoundation.org for more information.