Application Deadline: June 11, 2021

Overview:  

Young adults aged 16-25 are invited to apply for the opportunity to write and record their own song in a professional setting.  Scholarship recipients will get access to 2 workshops that incorporate creative writing, production resources, and the laws that impact songwriting. Awardees will also have the opportunity to write and produce 1 professionally recorded song.

5 Emerging Songwriters will be selected to participate.

Qualifications: 

• The program is open to emerging songwriters aged 16-25.
• Applicants must reside in the Arts Council’s 25 town service area.
• Applicants must show aptitude for songwriting and work ethic. 
• Must be available to participate on both program workshop dates.

Scholarship Award Package:

• 2 Group Songwriting Workshops 
• Workshop 1: Saturday June 26, 2021. 9am- 12pm  Creative writing workshop, selecting beats.  Breakfast included.
• Workshop 2: Saturday July 10, 2021. 9am- 12pm Presentation on how to use PRO Affiliate.  Presentation from entertainment lawyer Robert Sciglimpaglia. Song presentation & group feedback.  Booking recording sessions.  Breakfast included.
• Licensed use of 1 professionally produced backing beat. 
• One private recording session up to 4 hours to record and master the final track. 

Timeline: 

• May 16: Applications Open
• June 11: Applications Close
• June 15: Recipients will be notified.
• June 26: Workshop 1
• June 27- July 9: Creative Songwriting Period
• July 10: Workshop 2
• July 12 - July 31: Individual Recording Sessions