Techno Pioneer Richie Hawtin Launches PhD Scholarship In Electronic Music - Techno Pedia

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Richie Hawtin, aka Plasticman techno producer and DJ, has established an electronic music scholarship at the University of Huddersfield.

The Dr. Richie Hawtin Scholarships in Music, Culture and Electronic Production Applications are now open and will run through February 10th. The PhD will start in September 2023 and will last for three years on a full-time basis.

Successful applicants will be selected by the university in partnership with Richie Hawtin, who will also provide tuition assistance through the scholarship. Scholarship recipients will receive tuition fees, automatic review of eligible research projects, and opportunities for creative production work, collaborative projects, and publications.

They will be able to take advantage of the university's facilities by gaining access to more than 20 different recording and production studios "equipped with the best hardware, software and plug-ins, as well as an impressive collection of state-of-the-art microphones. and recording equipment. The University of Huddersfield Department of Music is ranked 5th in the UK and 25th in the world for music research.

“I am honored to continue our relationship with the University of Huddersfield and participate in their doctoral fellowship program,” Hotin said in a statement. Engaged for thirty years. Encourage students to explore the past and the inner workings of our industry and offer critical new insights from a contemporary perspective.

The university maintains a close relationship with Khotin when the Anglo-Canadian artist was a PhD a decade ago. Since receiving an honorary doctorate, he has often worked with students in master classes and private lessons, teaching them music.

Earlier this week, Hotin announced an eight-day tour of North America.

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