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Brent Davis

Semester of Mini-grant
Year of Mini-grant
2020
Disciplines(s)
Grant Description
I am requesting a minigrant to fund a professional set of strings, the upgrade of the metal winding on my bow, and a professional bow re-hair for my cello to be used in my studies through practicing, rehearsing, and performing.
Original Proposal
Proposal Outcome
Title
Strings and Bow Enhancement Fund
Semester of Mini-grant
Year of Mini-grant
2020
Disciplines(s)
Grant Description
I am requesting a minigrant to fund the acquisition of a series of music resources, including a carbon fiber bow, a recording microphone, a professional music stand, new higher-quality rosin, a stand light, and sheet music, to be used not only in my studies through practicing, rehearsing, and performing, but also for navigating the necessary changes for musicians during the pandemic.
Original Proposal
Proposal Outcome
Title
Music Resource Fund

Brent Davis is a double major in Commerce and Music with a Performance Concentration and a minor in Statistical Analysis.  He grew up in Great Falls, Virginia and fell in love with playing the cello at age 11.  While in high school, Brent had the opportunities to perform at Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and the Music Center at Strathmore.   The summer of his junior year, he attended the Brevard Music Center in North Carolina during its 80th Anniversary Season. Brent is enjoying his musical endeavors at the University of Virginia, performing in the Charlottesville Symphony, Trio Sobrenna, the Jupiter Quartet, a piano quintet, and the Radio Music Society.  He loves giving back to his community through music by offering free private lessons, teaching assistance, and mentorship to young musicians in public schools.  He is grateful to be a part of the Miller Arts Scholars Program and looks forward to learning from his peers and fostering a love of music.

2021