The Agar Trust supports the additional travel and subsistence faced by youngsters (8-21) resident in rural Scotland who have demonstrated exceptional music ability or potential, and wish to take up educational opportunities beyond their local area.

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Over 90% of Scotland’s land area is rural, yet 20% of its population lives in these remote areas. For many youngsters, accessing educational opportunities in music can be a significant challenge, as it often requires long travel distances to reach courses beyond their local community. Whether by car, ferry, bus, or train, the journey to music education opportunities can be time-consuming and costly, leaving many without the chance to grow their potential.

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February 2025 applications are now closed.