London, UK / Valletta, Malta – The Peter & Vivien Beckwith Trust, a prominent UK-based charity dedicated to nurturing young musical talent, has announced a significant expansion of its international operations. The Trust is now officially supporting the BOV Joseph Calleja Foundation in Malta, marking a new chapter in its mission to advance music education and artistic development across Europe.
The Beckwith Trust, known for its commitment to “advancing the education of pupils in music,” has a long-standing history of supporting aspiring artists through bursaries, scholarships, prizes, and grants. Primarily operating through established opera platforms and direct support to individual students, the Trust plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between musical academia and international performance stages. Its network already includes esteemed institutions and programs across the United Kingdom (Garsington Opera, Royal College of Music, British Youth Opera, Salon Opera), the Republic of Ireland (Wexford Festival Opera), and Italy (Fondazione Mascarade Opera, Rossini Opera Festival, CLIP Portofino International Singing Competition). The addition of the BOV Joseph Calleja Foundation further solidifies its international footprint.
Established on October 25, 2013, by the Bank of Valletta in partnership with world-renowned Maltese tenor Joseph Calleja, the BOV Joseph Calleja Foundation is a beacon of opportunity in Malta. As a registered not-for-profit charity, its dual mission is to provide vital support to exceptionally talented youth in the performing and visual arts and to assist vulnerable young persons facing challenging social circumstances. The Foundation nurtures artistic potential through mentorship, grants, and scholarships, while also addressing critical gaps in social welfare for disadvantaged youth. Through a series of high-profile concerts featuring Joseph Calleja and other world-class artists, the Foundation not only showcases exceptional musical talent but also raises essential funds for its impactful causes.
This new partnership between The Peter & Vivien Beckwith Trust and the BOV Joseph Calleja Foundation represents a powerful synergy, combining the Trust’s focused musical patronage with the Foundation’s comprehensive approach to fostering both artistic promise and social care. It underscores a shared vision to ensure that talent meets opportunity, empowering the next generation of artists and providing a brighter future for those in need across Malta and beyond.