PLEASE NOTE: The calls for Croydon and Wolverhampton are now closed.
We're looking for 6 emerging artists and/or music industry professionals from Croydon, 6 from Darlington, and 6 from Wolverhampton to participate in a pioneering programme to develop new skills, local support and funding to boost their career. Does that sound like you? Read on...
What we're looking for:
- Artists based in or around Croydon, Darlington, or Wolverhampton (you need to be able to attend bi-monthly meetings in one of the areas)
- Artists aged 16-25 on 25th April 2025 (aged up to 30 if you have a disability)
- Must be woman identifying or gender expansive artists - this includes all trans, non-binary and bigender artists
- Must be an emerging artist or industry professional - not yet earning a sustainable income directly from music-related activities
- Not studying or having studied music formally at university or higher education level
What you'll get for participating:
- A £400 investment in your career to spend however you want to
- Monthly in person meetings with artists from your city, guided by an expert
- Monthly digital classes with all participants that are tailored to your needs
- Support to develop your network and contacts in the areas you need
In total your commitment to the programme will be 2 hours a month from April 2025 - March 2026 (not including travel time)
Please apply using the below form. There are 3 core questions - it's possible to answer via written response or video to these questions. Applications close at 23:59 UK time on 8th May 2025
If you have any questions or access needs, don't hesitate to get in touch with mimiharmermusic@gmail.com