bespoken Fall 2022 Application
bespoken is a mentorship program offering support to women in classical, contemporary, and jazz music. Through one-on-one mentoring and group workshops, bespoken fosters a supportive community of women artists interested in creating authentic and thriving career paths in music.

The deadline to apply for our next round is Tuesday, July 12, 2022, 5pm ET. There is no fee to apply.

The upcoming Fall 4-month round is September-December, 2022. Applicants who advance to the next step in the application process will be invited to an interview in August, 2022. After bespoken completes the interview round, final decision notifications will be sent via email to all candidates.
 
You are eligible to apply if you are:
- A musician, composer, ensemble, and/or arts administrator who self-identifies as female or non-binary
- Able to make a commitment to one mentoring session per month (1 hour) for duration of program
- Working in the classical, contemporary, and/or jazz industries and passionate about building your career
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Email *
Are you applying as an individual or ensemble? *
Have you applied to bespoken in the past? *
PERSONAL
First Name *
Last Name *
Pronouns (example: they/them, she/her/hers) *
Current Residence- City/Town, State/Province, Country *
Home Residence - City/Town, State/Province, Country *
Phone Number *
If you are applying as an ensemble, please write each ensemble members Name (first, last), Instrument, and Current Residence (City/Town, State/Province, Country):
TRAINING / BACKGROUND
Are you currently enrolled in school? *
Have you graduated within the past five years?
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If you are currently enrolled in school or have graduated within the past five years, please list your institution, degree(s) and years of study, or write N/A: *
Check what best describes you (check all that apply): *
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What is your main instrument(s): *
Select what best describes your area of focus in the music industry (check all that apply): *
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Select your TOP FIVE areas of interest ONLY: *
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PERSONAL STATEMENT
Please tell us about your interest in bespoken and having a mentor. Include specific goals and expectations you have from participating in the program. (i.e. Do you have any project ideas in mind? Are you currently working on any projects? What is it you would like to focus on the most?) (500 words or less): *
Do you have any initial questions for bespoken regarding the program? (500 words or less): *
DEMOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
bespoken seeks to understand the demographics of the individuals who apply for our program. Any information provided does not affect the outcome of your application.
bespoken seeks to understand the demographics of the individuals who apply for our program. Please indicate the primary way in which you identify. *
bespoken seeks to understand the demographics of the individuals who apply for our program. Please indicate the primary way in which you identify. *
How did you hear about bespoken? *
If you heard about bespoken from a friend or reference, please specify who:
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