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Grants of up to £1,500 Available for the Professional Development of Musicians (UK)

Emerging and professional musicians of all genres and disciplines can apply for grants of up to £1,500 to help them access opportunities that will allow them to focus on developing their artistic and professional development at a crucial point in their career.

The funding, which is being made available through the Help Musicians UK Skills and Professional Development Fund, is designed to help emerging and professional musicians of all genres and disciplines to build their careers by supporting the costs of formal and time limited training and mentoring opportunities. Eligible artists may for example be a solo instrumentalist, composer, vocalist, singer songwriter or a multidisciplinary artist.

Bands or ensembles with 6 members or less can also be supported.

Group applicants must have 50% of their members meeting the criteria shown above and have been established and playing together regularly for at least 1 year.

Grants can support opportunities such as short courses, workshops, training and time limited periods of coaching with an expert in the artists chosen field both in the UK or internationally. Travel, accommodation and access costs can also be funded.

Applications can be submitted at any time. 

 

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12th December 2022