Music scholarship in memory of festival director

A music college has launched a scholarship in memory of the director of a popular local festival.

Sarah Nulty, whose family run the Power of Music Foundation in her name, set up Tramlines in Sheffield before her death in 2018.

WaterBear Music College has announced that it will partner with the charity and fund a place on its three-year degree course.

Ms Nulty's mother, Julie Voisey, said: "Our mission is to give socially and economically disadvantaged individuals the opportunity to develop their musical talents."

Her daughter founded Tramlines in 2009 and the event now attracts more than 35,000 music fans to Hillsborough Park each year.

"Sarah was a passionate advocate for new and emerging talent, particularly within the local scene," Ms Voisey said.

"One of the acts she championed in the early days was Arctic Monkeys - I know she's quite proud of that.

"To partner with WaterBear College – Sarah would have loved it. It reflects values she held dear, and the goals she worked hardest to achieve.

Since it began, the foundation has awarded 75 grants to support music projects at schools, youth organisations, care homes and more, aiming to continue her legacy.

Greg Archer, careers director at the college, said the new scholarship was aimed at people with a passion for music who may struggle to access higher education.

"There are the financial restraints, confidence issues, and everything else that comes with higher education. A lot of the time it can be overwhelming," he added.

"Whatever reason is the struggle to get in, we can work with you to help break down those boundaries."

The award covers the £9,250 tuition fees on the BA programme at the Sheffield campus.

Applicants can choose from a variety of courses including performance, production, business and songwriting.

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