THE Irish Chamber Orchestra and Irish World Academy have announced a joint scholarship programme at UL. Applications are invited for five scholarships, valued at €5,000 each, for prospective students for the following at the Irish World Academy of Music and Dance in Plassey
• MA Community Music (contact jean.downey@ul.ie)
• MA Classical String Performance (contact ferenc.szucs@ul.ie)
The successful candidates will display the skills necessary for the programmes in question, with special reference to their suitability for internships with the Irish Chamber Orchestra’s Community Outreach Initiative, integral to the study programme.
The two courses lead to a Master of Arts degree from UL following one year of full-time study. The successful five applicants will have a proven ability to interact in a challenging classroom context. A capacity to work with voice or strings is an advantage.
Applicants should apply in writing, including a CV and two referees, to Ellen Byrne, Irish World Academy of Music and Dance, UL by Wednesday June 23. Interviews will take place on Monday June 28. Email ellen.byrne@ul.ie
