Introducing our 2024-25 Senior Scholars
We are delighted to announce our third cohort of Senior Scholars, pictured here alongside colleagues from ABRSM. Ten Senior Scholars have been selected following nominations from Music Services and Junior Conservatoires, and study a range of disciplines including flute, trombone, and drum kit.
As part of the programme, they will all receive a grant of £1,000 to support their ongoing musical learning (this could include travel and audition costs, instrument purchase, and instrumental tuition) and will benefit from opportunities tailored to their personal musical aspirations.
Adar, Flute and Piano, Enfield Music Service
Adar was a Scholar through Enfield Music Service and now attends the Guildhall School of Music and Drama Junior Department. He is a flautist and pianist with a passion for Bruckner! Adar loves symphonies and operas and is looking forward to gaining more experience in other areas like conducting during his second year of being an LMF Senior Scholar.
Iris, Flute, Southwark Music Service
Since September 2023, Iris has begun at Junior Trinity to study their main programme on flute and baritone saxophone. She also plays the piccolo in ensembles. In February 2024, Iris attended the NYO’s Inspire residency week in Blackpool, and this summer she attended the Chineke! Junior Summer Residential. Iris continues to be a member of Kinetika Bloco and joined their Summer workshops again this year, as well as recently joining ABRSM’s Youth Board.
Nathan-Asher, Percussion, Saxophone, Jazz Piano, Newham Music Hub
Nathan-Asher was a Scholar through Newham Music, and went on to study at Rugby School. As a percussionist he contributes to Rugby School’s vibrant rock and pop offering, playing in a jazz quartet as well as continuing to excel in orchestral percussion. Nathan-Asher plays with the National Youth Percussion Ensemble and was recently awarded a place on the LPO Junior Artists programme. Nathan-Asher recently joined ABRSM’s Youth Board.
Naum, Trombone, Wandsworth Music
Naum is a trombonist at Wandsworth Music. This is his second year being an LMF Senior Scholar and he is working towards his Grade 8 exam. Naum is now a member of Wandsworth Music’s highest level ensemble, the Wandsworth Philharmonic Orchestra with whom he plays 1st trombone. Naum enjoys playing jazz and is also interested in music technology.
Bishop, Drum Kit, Ealing Music Service
Bishop is a drumkit player, learning through Ealing Music Service. He dreams of becoming a professional musician and enjoys being part of Cadenza (EMS Saturday school). Bishop also attends Ealing Percussion Academy and takes a lead role in preparing music for worship at his church.
Georgina, Violin, Hillingdon Music Service
Georgina is a violinist, learning with Hillingdon Music Service. Since graduating from her LMF Scholarship Georgina has continued to flourish, progressing to grade 8 on the violin and playing with the music service’s top ensembles. Georgina enjoys supporting the learning of other, younger musicians and extends her own learning by taking viola alongside the violin. She is particularly interested in Tudor music and old stringed instruments, and would one day love to learn the viol.
Georgina hopes to go on to study music at higher education level.
Sophia, Trombone, Barnet Education Arts Trust
Sophia is a trombonist with Barnet Education and Arts Trust, and is a member of the Barnet Youth Brass Band and Jazz ensemble. Last term Sophia passed her grade 7 exam last term with distinction and has also started learning the baritone.
Patrick, Trumpet, Havering Music Service
Patrick is a Trumpeter learning through Havering Music Service. Patrick enjoys acting as a mentor to younger musicians and is looking forward to taking part in Playing Days. Patrick also plays violin and piano to a high standard, and enjoys playing in Big Band.
Catherine, Trombone, Croydon Music and Arts
Catherine learns trombone through Croydon Music and Arts, where she plays in multiple ensembles. Catherine is working towards her grade 8 trombone exam and attends the CMA jazz band, wind orchestra and Youth Orchestra.
Maria, Flute, Bexley Music Service
Maria is a flautist learning through Bexley Music Service. Maria is a member of the Bexley Youth Band and Orchestra and recently volunteered to be a mentor to younger musicians when the concert orchestra and intermediate band went on tour to the Cotswolds. Maria is currently working towards her grade 8 flute exam, and is interested in conducting, music production and composition for films and games.