Fine Music Radio (FMR) Bursary South Africa 2024
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Fine Music Radio (FMR) is a
prominent classical and jazz radio station based in Cape Town, South Africa.
Established in 1995, FMR is dedicated to promoting classical and jazz music
across the Western Cape and beyond. It is recognized for its commitment to supporting
and developing the arts and cultural scene, offering diverse music programming,
and fostering a community of music lovers.
About the FMR Bursary
The Fine Music Radio (FMR)
Bursary is designed to support students who are pursuing tertiary education in
music and related fields in South Africa. This bursary demonstrates FMR's
commitment to nurturing talent and advancing the study of music among South
African students. The bursary is available to help ease the financial burden on
students and promote access to education in music-related disciplines. The Fine
Music Radio (FMR) Bursary Trust Awards begins with a preliminary round through
pre-recorded audition videos, followed by a final round at the Baxter Concert
Hall in July 2024.
Fields
Covered
The bursary is intended for
students pursuing a Diploma or Degree in Music with a focus on performance. The
FMR Bursary Trust will grant awards in the following categories:
- Jazz Vocal or Instrumental.
- Classical Vocal
- Classical Instrumental
- African Music (vocal or
instrumental)
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the
following minimum requirements to be eligible (please note that if you do not
meet all the criteria, your application will not be considered):
- You must live in South Africa.
- You must be a citizen of South
Africa.
- You must be registered at a
South African tertiary institution.
- You must be enrolled in a
Diploma or Degree program in Music.
How to Apply
Applicants interested in the FMR
Bursary 2024 must follow the steps below to apply:
1. Application Form: Obtain the
official bursary application form from the FMR website or by contacting the
bursary provider directly.
2. Complete the Form: Fill out
the application form with accurate and complete information.
3. Supporting Documents: Before submitting the form, make sure you have
the following documents ready to attach as specified in the preceding
guidelines:
- A South African ID
- A brief biography, limited to
300 words
- A letter of motivation
detailing your career goals and how you intend to use the bursary funds
- Proof of registration from your
current institution
- An endorsement letter from your
teacher or lecturer
- A link to your audition video
- A complete program description,
including the composers, arrangers, instrumentation, and accompaniment.
4. Submit the Application: Submit
the completed application form and supporting documents to FMR by the specified
closing date.
Bursary
Competition Terms and Conditions
Preliminary Round
- Participants must submit their
performance as a pre-recorded video uploaded to YouTube as an unlisted video.
The YouTube link should be included in the application.
- If you encounter any issues
with uploading your video, contact bursaryawards@fmr.co.za.
- A maximum of three applicants
from each category will advance to the final round.
Final Round
- The final rounds will be held at the Baxter Concert Hall in July
2024, with specific dates for each category:
- Classical: Tuesday, July 23 at 6:30 p.m.
- African/Jazz: Friday, July 26 at 6:30 p.m.
- Participants acknowledge that
the FMR Bursary Trust has the right to record and use any performance from the
competition.
- The final round will be
broadcast by Fine Music Radio, and competitors will receive a copy of the broadcast
for non-commercial use.
- Finalists must submit complete
details of their ensemble or accompanist to FMR by July 10, 2024.
- Performers who exceed their
time limit may be asked to stop at the discretion of the jury.
Adjudication
- All decisions by the
adjudication panel are final; there is no appeal process.
- No feedback will be provided
until after the final round.
- The preliminary and final
rounds are adjudicated independently (performance scores do not carry over).
- Adjudication criteria include
general presentation and balanced program composition. For Jazz and African
Music categories, additional marks are awarded for instrumentation and
arrangement, as well as ensemble leadership.
Repertoire Requirements
- Competitors must prepare a
program lasting no more than 15 minutes, including at least two contrasting
pieces.
- For the Classical Vocal category, there must be at least one opera
aria and one art song.
- For the African Music category, competitors must demonstrate skill on
at least two instruments, one of which can be voice.
- The same pieces from the
preliminary round should be used in the final round, but repertoire changes may
be permitted if submitted by July 10, 2024.
- All categories should limit the
backline ensemble to four persons.
Video Submission Guidelines
- Preliminary rounds require
online video submissions.
- Videos should be recorded in
landscape orientation at a resolution of at least 720p, with clear audio and
video.
- Videos must start with the
competitor stating their name and listing all works performed, including title
and composer/arranger.
- Videos must be uploaded to
YouTube as unlisted, with the title "FMR Bursary Trust" followed by
the competitor's name and category.
- In the video description,
competitors must include the names of the works and their composers.
Deadline for Submissions:
The closing date for applications
is June 14, 2024.
Contact Details
For more information about the
Fine Music Radio (FMR) Bursary 2024, you can contact FMR using the following
details:
- Telephone +27 (0)21 401 1013
- Email: bursaryawards@fmr.co.za
- Website:fmr website
This article aims to provide a
comprehensive overview of the FMR Bursary 2024, including essential information
for applicants. If you have additional questions, contact FMR directly or visit
their website for the latest updates and details.
