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The Music Scholarship: A Great Opportunity for Musicians at UEA
Are you a talented musician who wants to study at the University of East Anglia (UEA)? Do you have a passion for music and a desire to contribute to the musical life of the university? Do you need financial support to develop your musical skills and pursue your academic goals? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you might be interested in applying for the Music Scholarship.
The Music Scholarship is a generous award that UEA offers every year to new students who show exceptional musical achievement and commitment. The scholarship is for musicians of any instrument or voice and any style or tradition, including different national traditions. It is intended to encourage recipients to develop their musical and leadership skills and take leading roles in the music at UEA.
The scholarship is worth £3000, payable over three years. The holder is expected to use this money to improve their musical skills and to devote at least part of it to taking lessons for their instrument or voice. The scholarship also comes with other benefits, such as access to the UEA Music Centre facilities, priority booking for practice rooms, free membership of the UEA Choir and/or Symphony Orchestra, and opportunities to perform in concerts and events.
The Music Scholarship is open to UK citizens who are enrolled in any undergraduate course at UEA. No qualifications need to have been taken, but a high standard of performance is expected, which can be demonstrated at audition. For those used to the graded exam system, a performing standard of Grade 8 and above is a benchmark. However, musicians who perform in a style or tradition without a formal method of assessment are also welcome to apply.
The application process has three main parts:
• You will need to submit an online application form by 6pm on Wednesday 8 May 2024.
• You will need to make a video of yourself making music, upload it (unlisted) to YouTube and email the link by 6pm on Wednesday 8 May 2024. The video should include three contrasting items of a maximum total length of ten minutes. Two of these should be pieces that show you at your best, while the third should be a short unaccompanied study or folksong. Composers should submit performances of their works if possible, accompanied by scores.
• You will need to attend an audition at UEA on Saturday 18 May 2024. The audition will consist of performing two pieces of your choice, answering some questions about your musical background and interests, and sight-reading a short piece.
The applications will be assessed by an independent panel of experts from the music sector, who will select the most deserving and motivated candidates. The successful applicants will be notified by email by 31 August 2024.
The Music Scholarship is a unique opportunity for musicians who want to study at UEA and benefit from its rich and diverse musical culture. The scholarship will not only help you cover the costs of your studies, but also inspire you to achieve your musical potential and make a positive impact on the university community.
If you are interested in applying for the Music Scholarship, you can find more information on the UEA website. Don’t miss this chance to embark on an exciting journey of learning and discovery with the Music Scholarship. Apply now and get ready to experience music like never before!
