Applications open for Roz Kelly Music Bursary

16–21-year-olds encouraged to apply

Aspiring musicians are encouraged to apply for a music bursary enabling them to attend a music summer school of their choice in the UK.

Setup in 2018 the Roz Kelly Music Bursary offers help to two students from the Island up to £1,000 each. 

Roz Kelly was a singer from the Island who wanted to provide young musicians here with an opportunity to pursue their love for music.

Howard Caine spoke to Andrew Cole and Hannah, Ophelia and Jessie who were awarded with the bursary previously:

Eligible applicants are:

• Aged 16 – 21
• Resident in the Isle of Man
• Able to demonstrate their musical promise and enthusiasm through a written application

How to apply

Your letter of application should be no longer than 1 side of A4 (typed) and should include the following details:

• Your full name and address and date of birth
• A contact email address and telephone number
• Details of your musical interests and achievements to date
• The title and venue of the summer school you wish to attend
• What benefits you hope to gain from participating in the summer school
• A short-written recommendation from your teacher or musical mentor
• If the applicant is under 18 years old on the closing date you must also enclose a short, signed and dated letter from your parent/carer to confirm support of the application.

Please send your completed application by email or post to:

• TheFMYO@gmail.com
• Roz Kelly Bursary Applications, Windmill House, The Curragh, Ballaugh, Ramsey, IM7 5BJ