The Howard Mayer Brown Fellowship was established by friends of the late Howard Mayer Brown on the occasion of his sixtieth birthday. Intended to increase the presence of scholars and teachers of diverse backgrounds in musicology, the fellowship supports one year of graduate work for a student at a U.S. or Canadian university who is a member of a historically underrepresented group (such as a member of a tribal community, graduate of a HBCU, etc.). Preference will normally be given to candidates who are citizens or permanent residents of a North American country. Eligible students must have completed at least one year of full-time graduate work, intend to pursue a Ph.D., and are in good standing at their home institution. They should show evidence of academic excellence and promise of continuing achievement in music scholarship. Those in the earlier stages of the degree are particularly encouraged to apply. Fellowships are for one year. Applicants must submit a sample or samples of the applicant's work, such as term paper(s), thesis chapter(s), or any published material. One letter of support from a faculty member is also required. The letter should address the applicant's general academic abilities and how these might contribute to a successful career in music studies. Please visit the fellowship's website or contact the American Musicological Society for more information.