Learn How You Can Support or Be a Part of the BMA's.

Nominations are Now Open for 2024 BMA's

Select the link below to complete the online form.
Nominees can be nominated for up to three awards.
Nominee must:
Be a Kern County resident.
Be age 18 or older unless receiving a Youth "SuperNova" Awards.
Nomination Criteria and Rules.
The annual BMA's recognizes the top local music artists, chosen by fans. The BMA's include a night of continuous music and performances, all by some of the most talented local names in the industry from Pop, Country, R&B, Gospel, Hip Hop, Rap, Bands, and more. Nominees are based on fans interaction live locally and on social medial platforms.
Advocating for the interest of music talent & community
Advocating for the interest of music talent & community
Advocating for the interest of music talent & community

Supporting Local Talent

The Bakersfield Music Awards works with businesses and sponsors to help establish scholarships, leadership opportunities, and support our youth through awards and contributions to our local university, for talented individuals deemed deserving of assistance.

Majoring in Music?

Bakersfield Music Awards are committed to developing partnerships to support young, talented individuals

CSUB Music Scholarship

For Students Pursuing a Degree in the Art of Music
Youth that plan to attend, or current students at CSUB, can go to their Financial Aid website to apply for “Bakersfield Music” scholarship. The recipients are chosen by a selection committee based on meeting specific criteria.
Students must be studying "voice" as their primary instrument - which should be expanded to include music production or rap/spoken word majors if they are instituted by the music department. The student must have graduated from a Bakersfield area high school, and have a 2.5 grade point average.
For more information: Contact CSUB Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships Call Center | 661.654.3016 | @csubfinaid

BE A PART OF THE BMA'S

Learn how you can volunteer, nominate an artist, or become a sponsor.

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