A Cuban bassist, Leo Luna Roblejo, has been awarded a $250,000 scholarship to pursue a bachelor's degree at the Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. The scholarship was presented to the 22-year-old musician from Havana, currently residing in Miami, by Colombian artist Sebastián Yatra and the Latin Grammy Cultural Foundation.
“It is a great honor for me to have been chosen by Sebastián Yatra and the Latin Grammy Foundation as the winner of the Scholarship to study at Berklee College of Music. I really didn't expect it and I'm very excited to make this dream come true. This is something I have always dreamed of,” said Leo upon receiving the scholarship.
Sebastián Yatra told EFE that hearing Leo play his bass was like "a love at first sight with him as a musician. I think he has so much to offer to Spanish music and everywhere else. He brings a different proposal." The Colombian singer, who is sponsoring the scholarship this year, emphasized the "difference" that a scholarship like the Prodigy Scholarship can make for a bassist like Leo.
According to the EFE publication, the scholarship will cover "tuition fees, lodging, comprehensive services including continuous tutoring, and programs with the foundation."
Understanding the $250,000 Scholarship for Berklee College of Music
Here are some common questions and answers related to the prestigious scholarship awarded to Leo Luna Roblejo.
Who awarded the scholarship to Leo Luna Roblejo?
The scholarship was awarded by Colombian artist Sebastián Yatra and the Latin Grammy Cultural Foundation.
What does the scholarship cover?
The scholarship covers tuition fees, lodging, comprehensive services including continuous tutoring, and programs with the foundation.
Where is Leo Luna Roblejo from?
Leo Luna Roblejo is from Havana, Cuba, and currently lives in Miami.
Why did Sebastián Yatra support Leo Luna Roblejo?
Sebastián Yatra supported Leo after being impressed by his musical talent, believing he has much to offer to Spanish music and beyond.