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The Roland Jackson Memorial Grant honors long-time AMS member, Roland Jackson, and is intended to support work in the field of musical analysis. Grants provide funds to support the production of a work project in musical analysis, such as an article, book, digital resource, performance, or syllabus. Grants of up to $2000 will be awarded.

Roland Jackson
Roland Jackson, noted music historian and longtime AMS member

Application

Applications to the Roland Jackson Memorial Grant must include:

  1. A prospectus of no more than 1,000 words, explaining the work that has been done thus far and outlining the plan of research (including travel, if relevant)
  2. A detailed budget and explanation of the expenses to which the grant would be applied. Wherever possible, expenses should be itemized. Grant funds can also be used to support living expenses during the project.
  3. A curriculum vitae
  4. One letter of recommendation

Please see the application form for more details about application materials. Eligible projects include research, print, or digital works that engage directly with the interpretation and realization of musical works, including through scores, recordings, and performance practice. Applicants need not be members of the AMS.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is "musical analysis" defined?

Musical analysis projects must engage directly with the interpretation and realization of musical works, including through scores, recordings, and performance practice.

What kinds of projects does the Roland Jackson Memorial Grant support?

The Roland Jackson grant supports a variety of projects in the field of musical analysis such as: articles, books, digital resources, performances, and syllabi.

Do I need to be a member of the AMS to apply for the Roland Jackson Memorial Grant?

No. The Roland Jackson Memorial Grant is open to all scholars working on projects in the field of musical analysis.

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