Residencies - music
Two residencies - the ABC national radiophonic residency and Cite Internationale des Arts residency - will offered by the music board to take place in 2009.
ABC national radiophonic residency
Closing date: 1 June 2008
Decisions advised: October 2008
Projects may start: 1 April 2009
About this category
This is a six-month residency for media artists with ABC Radio National in Sydney to commence in April 2009.
Part of the residency may take place in ABC studios in other states or territories.
This residency provides resources for artists to work in a broadcasting environment. Artists do not need to have experience in broadcasting, though proposals must include an outcome suitable for broadcasting. Additional outcomes may include installation and/or performance.
The music board encourages applications from all states and territories. Proposals for self-initiated residencies may be submitted under the skills and arts development (individuals and groups) category.
Amount
Up to $35,000, comprising $20,000 with an additional amount up to $10,000 for accommodation and travel for non-Sydney residents and an additional $5,000 for public outcomes.
Who is eligible to apply?
This category is open to individuals. To be eligible, you must meet the general eligibility requirements.
What are the selection criteria?
An application will be selected that best demonstrates:
- Artistic merit, including the quality of the artist(s) and their ability to participate in consultation and collaboration
- Direct benefits to the artist and the host organisation
- Good planning and effective use of resources.
What should you submit?
You must submit the required support material in addition to the application form.
International residency at Cité Internationale des Arts, Paris
Closing date: 15 May 2008
Decisions advised: August 2008
Residency to start: from 19 January 2009
About this category
This three-month residency at the Australia Council’s studio at the Cité Internationale des Arts in Paris provides a professional music artist or artsworker the chance to undertake a period of professional development.
The residency must occur in the period 19 January to 20 April 2009.
Applicants will be given early advice regarding the funding outcome (August)
Amount
$10,000. This amount may be used for costs associated with airfares, living expenses and sundries.
Who is eligible to apply?
This category is open to individuals. To be eligible, you must meet the general eligibility requirements.
What are the selection criteria?
Applications will be selected that best demonstrate:
- The calibre of the people involved
- The quality of the skills development opportunity
- The relevance of the opportunity to the individual’s professional development
- Good planning and effective use of resources.
What should you submit?
You must submit the required support material in addition to the application form.
Important information
Costs
You may apply to the music board for professional fees, associated expenses such as on-costs and travel, and a reasonable level of administrative costs. If you wish to claim administrative costs, you should provide a detailed breakdown of these costs in your project budget.
For the Cité Internationale des Arts residency, accommodation and a fixed amount of $10,000 is offered towards travel, living expenses and sundries.
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