UMUK

Universal Music UK Sound Foundation is an independent music education charity, established in 1997 to celebrate the centenary of EMI Records and now generously supported by Universal Music. The Foundation’s aim is to improve access to music education in the UK and Ireland.

Universal Music UK Sound Foundation

Universal Music UK Sound Foundation provides the following two types of awards:

Instrument & Equipment Awards: Schools, teachers and individuals in full time education can apply for financial assistance towards the purchase of musical instruments and/or equipment.

Bursary Awards: The Foundation has bursaries at the colleges/organisations detailed below. Students attending these establishments can apply for financial assistance towards fees and/or living expenses. Please note, applications for this award are handled by the colleges and the Foundation does not accept applications directly from individuals, you must contact the college if you are interested in applying.

For more information visit the Universal Music UK Sound Foundation website.

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Pupils

21802

Ensembles

54

Schools

638

Tutors

212