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Questions about Royal Musical Association

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Who founded the Royal Musical Association in 1874?

Sir John Stainer established the organization known as the Musical Association in 1874. Sir Frederick Ouseley served as the first president of this new group.

When did King George VI change the name to the Royal Musical Association?

King George VI issued orders that changed the organization's name in 1944. The title shifted from the Musical Association to the Royal Musical Association during that year.

What was the original name of the Journal of the Royal Musical Association before 1987?

Before 1987, the publication was called the Proceedings of the Royal Musical Association or PMRA. Even earlier prior to 1945 the title read Proceedings of the Musical Association.

Which publisher has released the Royal Musical Association Research Chronicle since 1961?

Taylor & Francis has published the Royal Musical Association Research Chronicle since 1961. This series appears generally on an annual basis to highlight current scholarship.

How often does the society present the Dent Medal for musicological scholarship?

The society presents an annual Dent Medal to recognize outstanding musicological scholarship. This award honors individuals who have made significant contributions to the field through their research.