Emerging Artist Development Programme

About the Open Call

Saffron's artist development programme supports three artists through mentoring, a creative retreat, music industry training and a bursary towards music creation. The programme runs from September 2026 to August 2027. Applicants must be Black or of Black heritage, women/non-binary/trans/intersex or gender non-conforming, and based in South West England.

What is Offered

Mentoring, a creative retreat, music industry training, and a bursary towards music creation.

Requirements

Must be 18+; based in South West England; musical creative (producer, composer, instrumentalist); woman, non-binary, trans, intersex or gender non-conforming; Black or Black heritage.

How to Apply

Download the application pack from the provided URL and apply via the form at the back of the document.