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Music Scholarship at Stowe School.

A music scholarship.

In short

The Music Scholarship at Stowe School is a music scholarship. The last published deadline was 6 Nov 2026; check with the school for the next round. Assessment is on 18 Jan 2027.

What is the Music Scholarship worth?

  • 13+ (Third Form) Music Scholarship: deadline 6 Nov 2026
  • assessment Mon 18 Jan 2027
  • results no later than Mon 1 Feb 2027.

How do you apply for the Music Scholarship?

Stowe School has not published its process here, so check with admissions.

How music scholarships usually work

Schools usually hold an audition: prepared pieces on one or two instruments or voice, often with scales, sight-reading and aural tests.

  • Check the standard each school expects at your entry point, since many state a grade.
  • Choose pieces your child can play confidently, ideally contrasting ones.
  • Ask the instrumental teacher for a reference early, as many schools ask for one.

General guidance across schools, not Stowe School's own terms.

Key dates

Deadline
6 Nov 2026 (past)
Exam or audition
18 Jan 2027, at school
Decisions
February 2027 (date TBC)

Dates usually move each year, so confirm the next round with the school.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the Music Scholarship at Stowe School worth?

13+ (Third Form) Music Scholarship: deadline 6 Nov 2026; assessment Mon 18 Jan 2027; results no later than Mon 1 Feb 2027.

When is the Music Scholarship deadline?

The last published deadline was 6 Nov 2026. It usually falls at the same time each year, so check the next date with Stowe School's admissions office.

How are music scholarships usually assessed?

Schools usually hold an audition: prepared pieces on one or two instruments or voice, often with scales, sight-reading and aural tests.

When is the Music Scholarship assessment?

On 18 Jan 2027, at at school.

Source: stowe.co.uk, checked 7 Nov 2026