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NEWS

Our first year

165 grants totalling over £350,000 were awarded by the Foundation in 2023 - our first year of operation. Grants were made to festivals; for composer career development; composer-led projects; recording projects; commissioning, student bursaries as well as projects celebrating the legacy of Ralph Vaughan Williams.

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Composers of the Future

The Foundation has awarded £30,000 in its annual Vaughan Williams Bursaries to emerging composers.

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RVW resources for Music Teachers

Teaching resources, on different aspects of the work of Ralph Vaughan Williams, are being made available completely free of charge by the Music Teachers' Association.

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Down Ampney Stained Glass Window Unveiled

A newly commissioned stained glass window by artist Thomas Denny, celebrating the composer Ralph Vaughan Williams, has been unveiled at Down Ampney Church.

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Over the years RVW funding has been there for me, and countless other composers – a steadfast supporter for the creation of new music. This dedication to investing and supporting projects has been invaluable for so many creatives and has allowed me personally to explore and progress my own craft.

DANIEL KIDANE, composer

His music continues to inspire us. Its incredible breadth of style and outlook seems especially important in our polarised times

CHRISTOPHER GLYNN, Artistic Director, Ryedale Festival

Funding has allowed us to commission many composers at various stages of their careers and bring their music to life, both through live performances and CD recordings.

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