March 11, 2024

Hey [FIRST_NAME]!

As we send out the last winter-themed Buzz, we can't wait to see you on the other side! Before you go, check out events and activities– from an upcoming performance hosted by Candlelight Concert Society to a General Body Meeting and more. 

We wish everyone a rejuvenating and joyful spring break! 🌺

Events

Events

Graduation Speakers

We are seeking two student speakers- one undergraduate and one graduate- for Peabody’s graduation ceremonies on Wednesday, May 22. If you know someone you’d like to nominate for this opportunity, please use this form to share their information with us. We will contact them and encourage them to apply.

In addition, if you would like to apply to be the speaker, please use the same form and select “Self-Nomination.” You will be prompted to answer a few questions, including providing a draft of your speech (which should be no longer than 3 minutes). You will also be asked to provide the name and email address of a reference. If you have not already been nominated, we will contact your listed reference and ask them to complete the nomination on your behalf.

Nominations/applications are due by Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 5pm EST. The Peabody Graduation Planning Committee will review all applications (with names removed) and will recommend the top candidates to Dean Bronstein for his consideration and final approval. We anticipate notifying the selected speakers the week of April 8.

If you have any questions, please contact Stacy Cooper Patterson at spatterson@jhu.edu. 

Link: https://jhu.campusgroups.com/PeabodySA/survey?survey_uid=e1568b09-d4b2-11ee-815d-0e9dd4d3253d

New in Dining

Peabody Graduation Fair

Please join us on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, from 12:30 pm-1:30 pm in the Arcade for the Peabody Graduation Fair! Preregister for the fair to receive a complimentary final transcript voucher at the event. Transcripts will be available after graduation and degree conferral in SIS.* Stop by for a quick snack and to learn more about regalia, LAUNCHPad, alumni, answers to questions about tickets, rehearsal, ceremony, and more!

*All Peabody 2024 graduates who pre-register by Wednesday, March 20th will be eligible to request a complimentary paper transcript after the degree conferral is posted in SIS.

Link: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=OPSkn-axO0eAP4b4rt8N7OFdIrlMExxImu4oWS0o4AFUMThWTU1VUjVXU0lWS0RTRzVBMkFHWjJSQSQlQCN0PWcu 

Link: https://umdsurvey.umd.edu/jfe/form/SV_eXS92j5j36CNjUy

Link: https://jhu.campusgroups.com/otp_signup?module=event&event_id=1949599&private_event=1

Performers Seeking - Goucher/Peabody Intercampus Chamber Music Series

Monthly concerts will take place on Sunday afternoons on the Forum stage at Goucher College in Towson, MD in Fall 2024 and Spring 2025. One ensemble will be selected for each concert. Performers will be paid at the rate of $200 per performer (not to exceed 5 performers per concert).

**Apply by Monday, April 1 on SMILE (Job Number: 13709).

Link: https://studentjob.jh.edu/jobs.cfm?studentJob=on&jid=5C8413B894D635DD2210798B957E3EFC 

Peabody Yale Gordon Strings Competition

Conservatory majors enrolled in a degree, certificate, or diploma program for bowed strings during the 2023-2024 academic year may compete with the consent of their major teachers. Students not enrolled for lessons are not eligible to compete. Previous first-prize winners are not eligible. 

*Application Deadline: March 18th, 2024 at 11:59 pm
*Preliminary Round: April 2nd, 2024
*Final Round: April 3rd, 2024

Link: https://livejohnshopkins.sharepoint.com/sites/PeabodyStudents/SitePages/Yale-Gordon---Piano.aspx 

Classical Recital Competition @ Montpelier Arts Center

Classical musicians are now being sought for the Montpelier Arts Center Recital Competition!  Winners will be featured in a recital in the Main Gallery during the September 2024–May 2025 season. Musicians must be 18 & older to be considered.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- All entries must be submitted by Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 11:59 pm
- 10-minute selection of music that best identifies your repertoire and technique
- Musician(s) biography
- Headshot(s) that is appropriate for print
- A current one-page resume with contact information for each participating musician

The honorarium is $500 per performance. If applicable, one accompanist per performance will receive a $300 honorarium. *There is no entry fee for this competition.

Submission Deadline: Sunday, March 17, 2024, 11:59 pm
Notification of Results: March 29, 2024. If selected, artists must confirm the performance date by April 7, 2024.

Link: https://montpelierartscenter.submittable.com/submit

Arts in Health Internship at Johns Hopkins Hospital

The Arts in Health Internship at Johns Hopkins Hospital is a competitive, paid program that trains student leaders in the development and delivery of arts in health programming. Arts in Health interns work approximately 6-8 hours a week and receive ongoing training in leadership skills, community engagement, and the integration of arts programming into healthcare settings. Interns also attend bi-monthly Artist Rounds meetings and learn from guest artists, industry professionals, and specialists. The rate of compensation is $15/hour. Two internship positions are currently open: Concert Curation Intern & Program Administration Intern.

- Application Deadline: Monday, March 25, 2024
- Apply via SMILE and submit the supplementary application form 
- Applicants that advance will be scheduled follow-up meetings and may be asked to provide supplemental information

Link: https://peabody.jhu.edu/life-at-peabody/career-services/opportunities/community-based-learning/creative-access-fellowship/

Musician-in-residence Program

Peabody Institute Musician-in-Residence is a program that connects Peabody Conservatory student musicians with residential facilities throughout the Baltimore area willing to host a student in exchange for musical services.
The program embeds Peabody musicians in a community, giving them frequent and regular access to an audience with whom they can develop their performance and presentation skills and for whom they learn to program music. 

- Application Deadline: Monday, March 25, 2024
- Apply via SMILE and submit the supplementary application form 
- Applicants that advance will be scheduled follow-up meetings and may be asked to provide supplemental information

Link: https://peabody.jhu.edu/life-at-peabody/career-services/opportunities/community-based-learning/musician-in-residence-program/

Music for a While

In partnership with Johns Hopkins Medicine’s Office of Well-Being and Department of Service Excellence, the Music for a While program aims to create public access to music within the hospital environment to elevate mood and reduce anxiety among all.
Music for a While allows musicians to bring their artistry to the healthcare environment and develop the context-specific skillset needed to contribute to well-being and healing.

- Application Deadline: Monday, March 25, 2024
- Apply via SMILE and submit the supplementary application form 
- Applicants that advance will be scheduled follow-up meetings and may be asked to provide supplemental information

Link: https://peabody.jhu.edu/life-at-peabody/career-services/opportunities/community-based-learning/music-for-a-while/

Arts in Health Performances

Peabody Arts in Health Performances provides ensemble-based music programs for the hospital community, organized in partnership with Johns Hopkins Hospital and other Baltimore-based healthcare facilities. Musicians will receive a payment of $250/person per performance as well as receive mentorship in program design aimed at those who visit, work, and are cared for at Johns Hopkins Hospital.

- Application Deadline: Monday, March 25, 2024
- Apply via SMILE and submit the supplementary application form
- Applicants that advance will be scheduled follow-up meetings and may be asked to provide supplemental information

Link: https://peabody.jhu.edu/life-at-peabody/career-services/opportunities/community-based-learning/arts-in-health-performances/ 

Summer Incubator Program @ JHU FastForward U 

FastForward U’s accelerator programming is an opportunity for student teams from across the University to work collaboratively to make progress on their ventures. These engaging, cross-disciplinary initiatives build skills, grow networks, and connect founders with other entrepreneurial students, from undergrads to post-docs.

Application Deadline: March 15
Summer Incubator: May 22-July 3

A six-week, co-working experience for student ventures ready to take a “deep dive” into building their startups. Student teams at any stage of development are invited to apply; program participants will be expected to work at least 20 hours a week at the FastForward U building while engaging in significant mentorship and networking opportunities. Supported with a non-dilutive grant for living expenses and startup support. 

Link: https://ventures.jhu.edu/programs-services/fastforward-u/accelerator/

Career Development Project Grants

Spring 2024 Deadline: 11:59 pm ET on March 13, 2024

Examples of qualified projects include: 
- Performances 
- Recording/Production 
- Commissions 
- Research 
- Marketing & Promotional Materials 

For degree recitals, research, and capstone projects, grant funding is available only for requests that go above and beyond academic/degree requirements. For example, funding is available for specified equipment and collaborative, travel, or other production expenses that clearly exceed departmental requirements. Funding is not available to compensate you for any components required or expected as part of your degree requirements such as planning, organizing, rehearsing, or creating the project. 

Link: peabody.jhu.edu/explore-peabody/deans-office/career-development-grants/application-procedures/#projectgrants

Today is the last day to apply for 2024-2025 Student Leadership Applications!  Use the following link for more information: https://jhu.campusgroups.com/PeabodySA/student-leadership-applications/.

Academic Calendar

• 3/18 - 3/22: Conservatory Spring Break
• 4/8 - 4/12: Course registration opens for fall semester

Holiday Reminders

• March is Women's History Month
• 3/11: Ramadan
• 3/14: Pi day
• 3/17: St. Patrick's Day
• 3/25: Maryland Day
• 3/25: Holi
• 3/29: Good Friday
• 3/30: National Doctor's Day
• 3/31: Easter