William H. Scheide Research Grants

William H. Scheide Research Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: American Bach Society
Amount: US $500 - US $4,000
Last Updated: March 23, 2025

Summary

The William H. Scheide Research Grants, established by the American Bach Society in 1990, support research on Johann Sebastian Bach and his contemporaries. With stipends ranging from $500 to $4,000, these grants are awarded annually and may cover travel and primary source reproduction costs. Preference is given to Ph.D. candidates and junior faculty, but senior faculty are also encouraged to apply. Each recipient receives a one-year membership in the Society, fostering further engagement with Bach's music.

Overview

Background Founded in 1972 as a chapter of the Neue Bachgesellschaft, the American Bach Society supports the study, performance, and appreciation of the music of Johann Sebastian Bach in the United States and Canada. The ABS produces Bach Notes and Bach Perspectives, sponsors a biennial meeting and conference, and offers grants and prizes for research on Bach. William H. Scheide Grant and Prize The William H. Scheide Grant and Prize were established in 1990 by an endowment fund given by William H. Scheide (1914–2014). It honors in perpetuity one of the founding members of the ABS and its first major benefactor. William H. Scheide Research Grants The William H. Scheide Research Grants, stipends ordinarily ranging from $500 to $4,000, awarded annually, provide support for research projects on Bach or figures in his circle. The funds may be used to defray travel costs, acquire reproductions of primary sources, or for similar purposes. Each winner will also receive a one-year membership in the Society.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Awards will normally go to citizens or permanent residents of the United States or Canada.