2006-2007

Discipline: percussion

Origin of candidates: Latin America and the Caribbean (except Cuba)

Language: Spanish  

Maximum age: 30

Deadline: 30 April 2006

Application to be sent to: Instituto Superior de Arte

Host and partner institution: created in 1976, the Instituto Superior de Arte is a centre of advanced studies in the fields of theatre, dance, music, visual arts and communication art. It offers courses at the undergraduate, graduate, MA and Ph.D. levels.

Working/living conditions: participation in the Institute’s courses on instrument practice, facilities for experimentation and performance (bata, tumbadora, congas and minor percussions), interaction with Cuban percussionists.

Nature of bursary: return ticket, registration fees, full board and lodging at the students’ halls of residency and working materials. The laureate must provide his/her own health insurance.

Dates of residency: from 5 February to 5 May 2007

Eligibility: musicians from Latin America or the Caribbean, under the age of 30, with a high school music education or a similar ability and with at least 2 years of professional experience. Working knowledge of Spanish required.

How to apply: send the application form in this website directly to the Instituto Superior de Arte at the down address, together with the following documents:

• a curriculum vitæ
• copies of diplomas
• two testimonials
• a videotape demonstrating the technical level of the candidate
• non-Spanish-speaking candidates must add a language proficiency certificate

A copy of the application form ONLY must be sent to UNESCO-IFPC.

Closing date for applications: 30 April 2006