Funding of the Valentin Rathgeber Foundation

The Valentin Rathgeber Foundation, based in Bavaria, supports non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and private individuals dedicated to researching the Baroque composer Johann Valentin Rathgeber (1682–1750) or wishing to enrich the cultural life in Mainfranken. The focus of the funding lies on new editions of his compositions, scholarly articles, concerts, and museum exhibits, such as those for the Rathgeber Room in the Valentin Rathgeber House. Additionally, documentation and publication projects that vividly convey Rathgeber’s life and work may be subsidized. The foundation aims to preserve the musical heritage in the long term and make it regionally visible. The financial contribution makes an important contribution to fostering innovation in musicology and strengthens the cultural identity of Mainfranken.

Eligible to apply are scholars, editors of new editions, concert organizers, as well as institutions and museums in Mainfranken that can credibly demonstrate alignment with the foundation’s purpose. A non-profit purpose or cultural benefit with a direct reference to Rathgeber’s work or the regional culture is a prerequisite. Evaluation is based on scholarly quality, conformity with the foundation’s objectives, and the benefit to Mainfranken. Eligible expenses include fees for new editions, publication costs, concert and equipment budgets, as well as museum exhibits. Applications may be submitted at any time without a deadline. Through a straightforward application process, ambitious projects can be realized quickly to sustainably anchor the Baroque heritage in research and cultural mediation.