Contemporary Music Fund – Australia

The State Government has extended its commitment to the Contemporary Music Fund with an additional $3 million over 4 years through to 2025. This is welcomed support for WA’s contemporary music industry and will aid its recovery from the effects of COVID-19.

The CMF’s objectives are to:

• capitalise on available opportunities for the contemporary music sector
• contribute to the development of markets for WA music locally, nationally and internationally
• ensure a strong representation of musicians and music professionals from Aboriginal, regional, cultural and gender diverse backgrounds
• accelerate the recovery of the WA contemporary music sector following the effects of COVID-19.

The CMF consists of invitation-only Targeted Initiatives and the Short Notice Activity Program (CMF SNAP).

Funding Rounds

• Applicants can apply for up to $5000 for professional development opportunities, up to $10,000 for national and regional touring/showcasing opportunities and up to $15,000 for international touring/showcasing opportunities.

Eligibility

Individuals, and groups are welcome to apply however:

• individuals must have Australian citizenship or permanent resident status, groups including unincorporated bodies, partnerships and individuals informally collaborating on an activity must be based in Australia
• if you are considering submitting an administered/auspiced grant you must contact the department before commencing your application
• if you are applying on behalf of Aboriginal people, you must provide evidence of significant Aboriginal involvement in the conception, development of and participation in the activity
• although WA residency is not a requirement to apply for a grant, if you are applying from outside WA you will need to show the benefits to WA artists, creatives, arts or cultural workers in your application.

For more information, visit Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries.