Dr John Birch Music Scholarship (Organ) (2024)

The 小蓝视频 is delighted to honour its much-loved former music lecturer and organist, Dr John Birch (1929-2012), with this scholarship. The aim of this scholarship is to support one selected organ player to continue to develop and perform while studying at 小蓝视频. This scholarship is open to all current undergraduate and postgraduate students at 小蓝视频, whether or not they are studying Music.

What you get

£800 cash award. In addition, the selected recipient will receive access to the music practice rooms in the School of Media, Arts and Humanities (MAH). All applicants who reach the audition stage, regardless of the success of their application, will be offered the opportunity to be part of a list of performers who are willing to perform at events around campus or are interested in collaboration with other musicians.

Type of award

Cash award and use of music facilities

Eligibility

To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:

  • Be an applicant or current student at the 小蓝视频 (open to applicants for 2024 entry)

You must also be able to demonstrate a high level of proficiency in your chosen instrument. Holding a Grade 8 (or equivalent) qualification is desirable, but not mandatory.

Number of scholarships available

One

Deadline

20 October 2024 23:59

How to apply

Applications now closed

Contact us

Maja Prausnitz Hendrickson, Donor Relations at M.P.Hendrickson@sussex.ac.uk 

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Timetable

Auditions normally take place in October; shortlisted candidates will be contacted with information about this.

Terms and conditions

We are aware AI has been used by some applicants to produce statements for their scholarship applications. Please be advised these applications are often unsuccessful. Any personal statement submitted needs to be written by you, to demonstrate your suitability for the scholarship.

Availability

At level(s):
UG, PG (taught), PG (research)

Application deadline:
20 October 2024 23:59 (GMT)
the deadline has now expired

Countries

The award is available to people from these specific countries: