🎻 The Audrey Hansen Memorial Bursary (Fiddelium)
The Audrey Hansen Memorial Bursary ensures that passionate and dedicated youth can take part in the Fiddelium performance training program, regardless of financial circumstances, while honouring the kind of joyful, community-driven music-making and education that Audrey championed throughout her life.
Audrey Hansen was a beloved figure in the local music scene. With her infectious energy and signature laugh, she lit up every stage she played on with the Kinda Ceili Band. Her fiddle playing was not only technically brilliant but full of heart, lifting the spirits of everyone around her.
Off stage, Audrey was a tireless advocate for young musicians, especially those drawn to fiddle traditions. Her vision and mentorship were foundational in the creation of Fiddelium and Folk Band, and continue to shape the programs we offer today.
This bursary is about more than just access — it's about honouring and carrying Audrey’s legacy forward, lighting the way for young musicians for years to come.
The Nanaimo Fiddle Society is committed to making its programs accessible to all musicians, regardless of financial circumstances. Our Audrey Hansen Memorial Bursary offers financial assistance to individuals requiring support to participate in our educational programs.
Bursaries may cover full or partial program fees and/or instrument rental costs, depending on available funding. Applications are assessed based on financial need, and all information provided will remain strictly confidential, shared only with members of the Nanaimo Fiddle Society’s Bursary Committee.
​​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​~ Empowering young musicians through performance training ~
Apply by using downloadable form
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🎻 The Fiddle Futures Bursary
The Fiddle Futures Bursary is made possible through the generous support of our Fiddle Futures Donor Program, which helps ensure that financial barriers aren’t standing in the way of aspiring musicians accessing our educational programs.
This bursary opens doors for musicians of all ages and skill levels to participate in programs like Fiddelium, Folk Band, and our Summer Fiddle Camp—keeping the rich tradition of fiddle and folk music alive and accessible for generations to come.
While rooted in fiddle music, this bursary proudly supports a wide range of bowed and stringed musicians, including cellists, ukulele players, and accompanists who contribute to the collaborative and joyful spirit of our musical community.
Bursaries may cover full or partial program fees and/or instrument rental costs, depending on available funding. Applications are assessed based on financial need, and all information provided is strictly confidential, shared only with members of the Nanaimo Fiddle Society’s Bursary Committee.
​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​​~ Investing in the next generation of musicians ~