Pettman Dare Scholarship for early career professionals in music

Pettman Dare Scholarships provide early career professionals in music engagement with the opportunity to undertake an intensive year of practice-led research.

It is a twelve month, fully funded opportunity, January-December 2016, during which the scholar, as Research Scholar at the University of Leeds, acquires practical experience at Opera North and undertakes relevant study at the University.

Scholar benefits include: -
•The potential for an accredited award at Masters level, which supports career development in Music Education.

•The opportunity to be immersed in the artistic and operational culture of a leading UK opera company.

•The opportunity to be immersed in the research and educational culture of a leading UK University.

•Practical experience of managing or supporting the management of music education activity in the communities.

•Knowledge of the roles, skills, processes, methodologies and evaluation needed to ensure music engagement projects of the highest quality.

•Understanding of the social role of music organisations and engagement with young people in the UK

•The chance to work with leading music professionals and academics.

•Enhanced personal and professional skills to develop career opportunities.

For more information visit http://www.dareyou.org.uk/projects/pettman-dare-scholarship-2015-open-for-applications/