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Jonathan Shaw PhD Campaign

I believe that to work in the music industry requires specialised training and knowledge. Educators and practitioners should focus on how business can affect their art. My PhD research focusses on how running a business creating music will impact the art created. The results of my research shall mean: I would become a doctor of music, assist in learning programmes for working musicians to become more effective, and help musicians earn a living from their music (beside relying on hitting it big as a dream). I would also hope to continue being able to coach, give workshops, encourage further study and consult for a prosperous music industry in Southern Africa.

I was accepted to Wits University and completed my first year of part-time studies for my PhD in 2022. In 2023, and very ironically in terms of my subject matter (surviving as a musician doing business), the economic environment coupled with after effects of the pandemic lockdowns, forced me into a position where completing my studies will not be possible for the next few years. 

I have applied to several bursary and scholarships without success, in part because of disqualification based on my age, gender, population group, area of study and not being a full-time student. 

I would like to appeal for any help with funds to support my studies. The funds can be paid directly to my Wits student account: 0004157E

Statistics

Fundraising target

R 39 000.00

Donations to date

R 1 675.00

Donor Messages

Anonymous
Go Jon! Good luck with your studies
Sherri
Anonymous

Activity feed

Anonymous donated R 200 via Jonathan Shaw PhD
14 Nov 2023 R 200
Sherri donated US $ 27 via Jonathan Shaw PhD
13 Nov 2023 US $ 27
Anonymous donated R 1 000 via Jonathan Shaw PhD
13 Nov 2023 R 1 000