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Black music across the Americas: creative fellowship opportunity

The Eccles Institute for the Americas and Oceania at the British Library

Free
Free

About the Open Call

The fellowship involves a period of research at the British Library starting September 2026, followed by the creation of a new body of work and public engagement. Open to artists working in any medium who are inspired by Black musical artists and genres from Canada, the US, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. The fellow will receive a £7,500 stipend and a £3,000 production/public engagement budget.

What is Offered

Stipend of £7,500 and a production/public engagement budget of up to £3,000.

Requirements

Must be over 18, based in the UK, show evidence of sustained artistic work, interest in using collections research, ability to work independently, and desire to share process.

How to Apply

Complete the application form at https://fs12.formsite.com/obk2AX/0fdzhliqtr/index

Key Information

Location

London, United Kingdom

Categories

Music and AudioPerformance ArtWritingSculpturePaintingFilm and Video Art

Compensation

paid

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