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Scholarships of the Marco Fodella Foundation

for early music courses of the Early Music Institute, International Academy of Music (formerly Civica Scuola di Musica di Milano)

www.scuolecivichemilano.it

 - before 30 April 2007 - 

    The Foundation, established in memory of the young lutenist and musicologist Marco Fodella, is dedicated to the promotion of the cultural, humanitarian and social activities that characterized his intense life. These activities include: the study and practice of early music through the establishment of scholarships, organization of concerts and other cultural events, sponsorship of recording projects and specialized publications, promotion of research, humanitarian assistance, youth activities, and any other initiative appropriate to the Foundation and suitable for pursuing its aims. Scholarships of the Marco Fodella Foundation for early music courses of the Early Music Institute, International Academy of Music (Accademia Internazionale della Musica, formerly Civica Scuola di Musica di Milano) The scholarships are offered on the basis of merit with the scope of promoting Renaissance and Baroque musical studies. They are for courses in lute, other early instruments and voice held at the Early Music Institute in Milan at Villa Simonetta during the school year beginning in October and ending in June. The scholarships are annual in principle and comprise: 1) accommodation (single or double room) in the city of Milan; 2) enrollment fees at the Accademia Internazionale della Musica. At least one scholarship is reserved for students of the lute. The other scholarships are open to students of the various courses offered by the Early Music Institute.

    Application Procedure The application follows the same procedure every year. It must include the following items: 1) a letter addressed to the Marco Fodella Foundation illustrating the candidate's motives for applying for the scholarship; 2) a detailed curriculum vitae which indicates the candidate's personal data (name, date and place of birth, permanent address, phone fax and email), education, musical studies and experience; 3) a non-edited live audio recording with a brief programme (circa 40-50 minutes) freely chosen by the candidate to reflect his/her level of ability; 4) three letters of recommendation written by musicians or instructors well acquainted with the candidate's musical qualities and abilities

Applications must be sent in a single package by registered mail and must arrive at the School on or before April 30, addressed to: "Borse di studio della Fondazione Marco Fodella", c/o Istituto di Musica Antica, Accademia Internazionale della Musica, Villa Simonetta, Via Stilicone 36, I-20154 Milan, Italy

For information info@fondazionemarcofodella.it