Instrumental soloists and chamber ensembles (21-27 years of age), are invited to apply for financial assistance from the Hattori Foundation for projects taking place between 1st September 2016 and 31st August 2017.
Assistance is offered for the following:
- financial assistance relating to intensive private study in the UK or abroad
- financial assistance to attend master classes
- living allowance and travel expenses in connection with a post-graduate courses
- living allowance in the UK to reduce the need for work unrelated to performance
- financial assistance (sponsorship) in connection with concert performance
- travelling expenses in order to enter international competitions
Please note that assistance is not given for the repair or purchase of instruments, nor for tuition fees for full-time study and awards cannot be made in arrears.
The Hattori Foundation also offers one or more of its awards winners a concerto debut with a top London orchestra at the discretion of the Trustees and the orchestra.
The selection process for awards will be held in two stages, the first by CD recording and then by audition during the weekend of the 11th and 12th June 2016. Applicants will be advised whether or not they have passed to the second stage before the end of May 2016.
Deadline for applications is 30 April 2016
Location: All Scotland ,England, Wales, Northern Ireland
For further information, please contact admin@hattorifoundation.org.uk or visit http://www.hattorifoundation.org.uk/senior-awards.html
The deadline is Saturday 30 April 2016 at 17:00.
Taken from Creative Scotland Opportunities