Dr. Grier Williams School of Music

The University of West Florida is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) and has been accredited by NASM since 1971.

Larry Butler Memorial Music Scholarship

The Larry Butler Memorial Music Scholarship was created in 2015 by Peggy Butler in memory of her husband, a Grammy Award-winning songwriter and producer, and Pensacola native. The scholarship provides financial assistance to UWF music students as they complete their degree programs and provides them the opportunity to travel to work with world-class artists and attend competitions, conventions and performances.

“Larry was passionate about music and its power to bring people together,” Butler said. “He would be so proud of our community’s continued commitment to showcasing the arts and supporting the next generation of music artists through the Larry Butler Memorial Music Scholarship at UWF.”

Larry Butler worked with renowned recording artists Johnny Cash and Kenny Rogers, among others, during his career in Nashville, and displayed his generosity by holding various benefit concerts for his hometown and Northwest Florida.

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UWF announces gift to create a School of Music

The University of West Florida announced a gift to rename the Department of Music. An anonymous contribution has established the Dr. Grier Williams School of Music in memory of the first chair of the music department.

“This gift is transformational for our music students,” said Dr. Sheila Dunn, associate professor and director of the Dr. Grier Williams School of Music. “It will put UWF on the map, creating visibility and recognition for our faculty and students.”

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