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The University of Kent has a flourishing programme of music and students of all subjects, together with staff and the local community, have the opportunity to get involved in the wide-range of extra-curricular music activities.

As well as the many concerts in Colyer-Fergusson Concert Hall, there are also opportunities to perform in other venues, including the spectacular surroundings of Canterbury Cathedral and other historic and exciting spaces around the region.

If you sing or play an instrument you can join the Chorus, Symphony Orchestra, Concert and Big Bands and Chamber Choir which rehearse weekly for public concerts each term. Many other ensembles and bands are formed each year, and budding soloists and conductors also have a chance to develop their talents

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Music performance scholars | University of Kent

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Music Performance Scholarships usually worth between £1,000 - £2,000 are awarded each year to advanced instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent, together with £500 worth of instrumental / singing tuition with experienced teachers.

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Excerpts from the Music Scholars Lunchtime Recital in Colyer-Fergusson Hall during Summer Music Week.

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Details and application forms here:

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Music Scholarships

Patron: Dame Anne Evans

Music Performance Scholarships usually worth between £1,000 - £2,000 are awarded each year to talented instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent, together with £500 worth of instrumental / singing tuition with experienced teachers.

The University recognises the role that music and culture plays in the development of the individual and the benefits cultural activities bring to the wider University community. The scholarship is intended to encourage excellence and development in extra-curricular music performance, and includes instrumental/vocal tuition with experienced teachers. Around fifteen scholarships are awarded to new applicants each year. Students returning to the University in their second or third year are able to apply for a University Music Performance Award, which entitles them to a year's worth of instrumental / singing tuition in support of their involvement in music-making,

The scholarship encourages excellence in music performance and rewards a recipient's involvement in the extra-curricular musical life of the University. Scholarships will normally be allocated only to those students whose musical interests and talents can be supported within the University community.

NB: If you are interested in studying music as an academic course at the University, please see the Centre for Music and Audio Technology website here.

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Patron: Dame Anne Evans Music Performance Scholarships usually worth between £1,000 - £2,000 are awarded each year to talented instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent, together with £500 worth of instrumental / singing tuition with experienced teachers.

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The Chamber Choir performs a setting of O Vos Omnes by American composer, Sarah Rimkus

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An un-auditioned choir, the Chorus meets weekly on Monday evenings, and prepares for three concerts in the year with the Symphony Orchestra, both on campus and in Canterbury Cathedral. No previous singing experience necessary - open to students, staff and alumni

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The University Symphony Orchestra rehearses weekly and performs three concerts a year, including one in Canterbury Cathedral. String players above Grade 6 welcome: woodwind and brass auditions take place at the start of the academic year.

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The Chamber Choir is an auditioned, primarily student-based group of around twenty student singers. The choir gives an annual concert in the Crypt of Canterbury Cathedral, and also participates in the University Carol Service as well as other concerts off-campus and throughout the city of Canterbury

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Open to all advanced saxophone, brass, bass and kit players, the Big Band rehearses each week on Wednesday evenings. It gigs throughout the year both on- and off-campus. Repertoire ranges from traditional big band classics to Stevie Wonder, and they often work with professional performers.

The Concert Band rehearses on Wednesday evenings, and performs in an ever-popular concert each year in the spring term and during Summer Music Week. Repertoire ranges from John Williams and Hans Zimmer to showtunes.

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A by-invitation choir of students, staff and alumni performing in Colyer-Fergusson Hall and in Canterbury Cathedral.

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A vibrant Musical Theatre Society performs showcases and productions during the year, including at the Marlowe Theatre Studio, Canterbury, and Colyer-Fergusson Hall

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A student-run choir that sings in Canterbury Cathedral and at the University Gospel Choir of the Year competition

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Kent Gospel Choir 'Hallelujah, Salvation and Glory' | The University Gospel Choir of the Year Finals

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A by-invitation ensemble, performing in concerts in Colyer-Fergusson Hall

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University of Kent String Sinfonia - Elgar Serenade for Strings in E minor

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First-year Elle Soo sings with the Big Band in the annual December gig

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The Man With The Bag: University of Kent Big Band

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The 'Nonsense Songs from Alice in Wonderland' by Liza Lehmann

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The 'Nonsense Songs from Alice in Wonderland' by Liza Lehmann

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A suite of songs for vocal quartet, performed as part of the Alice in Wonderland project by the Music Department

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Nonsense Songs by Liza Lehmann - YouTube

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Some of the songs from the suite, 'Nonsense Songs from Alice in Wonderland,' music by Liz Lehmann, published in 1908. Performed by students at the University...

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The Colyer-Fergusson Building has a suite of music practice rooms available to all University of Kent students and staff, for individual and group music practice/rehearsal – there are 4 practice rooms with pianos (suitable for acoustic rehearsal/practice), and a Band Room with drum kit (suitable for amplified rehearsal/practice). The practice rooms are available everyday 9am to 10pm

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The award-winning Colyer-Fergusson Music Hall enhances the possibilities of the extra-curricular musical provision at the University, with a purpose-built, flexible performance space that can accommodate a wide range of musical activities accessible to both University members and the local community, as well as musicians and arts organisations beyond Kent

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Two students, Matt and Sophia, talk about being involved in a department production of 'Alice in Wonderland' and performing in Colyer-Fergusson Hall:

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Making Alice in Wonderland: a musical dream play

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A virtual visit to Gulbenkian / Colyer-Fergusson Hall

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University of Kent | Conference | Virtual Tour

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Set in over 300 acres of beautiful parkland overlooking the historic city of Canterbury, the University of Kent's fantastic location, choice of accommodation and extensive facilities make it the perfect choice for conferences, groups and family holidays.

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Undergraduate music degrees and a PhD in Music are offered at the Centre for Music and Audio Technology

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Centre for Music and Audio Technology - University of Kent

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The University of Kent's new Centre for Music and Audio Technology houses three undergraduate degrees in music at Kent's Medway campus.