Georgina Joshi International Fellowship recipient announced

The recipient of the prestigious Georgina Joshi International Fellowship,awarded to a graduating IU Jacobs School of Music student, was finally announced on Jan. 19.

The award, which sends a student to study in the Artist Diploma Program at the Benjamin Britten International Opera School at the Royal College of Music for two years, was given to soprano Abigail Mitchell.  

“I have to say I’m a bit overwhelmed,” Mitchell said in a press release. “Overwhelmed at the generosity of Mr. Joshi, the amazing opportunity to study at the Royal College, the chance to live in London, and the knowledge that this is a turning point in my career and my life. My time at IU has been phenomenal and has made me a different singer, a different artist and a different person."

The fellowship provides full tuition, fees, books, supplies, living and local travel expenses and other costs related to studying and living in London.

“I have been spoiled here with great performing opportunities, fantastic colleagues and, most importantly, fabulous instruction from my teachers, Carol Vaness and Patricia Wise,” Mitchell said. “I am nearly ready to fully begin my operatic career, and I know that the Georgina Joshi Fellowship and studying at the Royal College will get me there.”

— Jake Wright