Opportunities

Learn about various opportunities currently available that can support or be of value to local individuals and organisations in the LCR music sector including; funding opportunities, job vacancies and auditions, training and development prospects, and sector specific events.

If you have relevant opportunities to share with the sector you can list them on this page by completing the form below.

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Help Musicians

Fast Track Award

Support of up to £500 to help you seize an opportunity
The Award is an investment to help you grow or sustain your income from music, or to help you take part in something that could enhance your career.

This financial support can go towards anything from courses, networking opportunities and equipment to costs associated with recording, releasing and performing. See a full list of what you can and can’t spend the grant on here.

Next application window: Monday 13 Oct — Friday 31 Oct 2025, 5pm

Deadline: 31/10/2026 Apply Now

Apply To Play at SXSW (Texas)

Apply To Play, SXSW, Texas – applications are now open for SXSW 2027.
Take advantage of the career-changing opportunities that come with performing at legendary Austin venues in front of industry representatives, fans, and fellow musicians from around the world.

Deadline to apply is Friday 20th November

Deadline: 20/11/2026 Apply Now
PRS Foundation

Open Fund For Music Creators

The Open Fund for Music Creators supports the development of outstanding music creators of all genres and backgrounds at different stages of their career with grants of up to £5000. Previous recipients include Young Fathers, Afrodeutsche, Jasdeep Singh and Ruth Lyon

In order to be eligible Music Creators’ projects must fulfil all three of our funding priorities:

  • To support the creation, performance and promotion of outstanding new music in any genre
  • To enable the UK’s most talented music creators to realise their potential
  • To reach audiences

This fund has several funding rounds / deadlines annually, check the link for more info

Deadline: 31/12/2026 Apply Now

MusicFutures IP Clinic and Lab

The MusicFutures IP Clinic and Lab supports music makers and music-related businesses by providing accessible, expert guidance in intellectual property and commercial contracts.

By lowering barriers to legal and strategic IP advice, the clinic supports more equitable participation in music innovation and creativity, particularly for independent artists and small enterprises. It helps creators and businesses understand and protect their rights, enabling them to commercialise their work confidently while reducing the risk of infringement or loss of ownership.

Rooted in the Liverpool City Region’s strong cultural identity and music economy, the clinic strengthens connections between academia, industry and local talent, improving IP literacy and helping drive inclusive economic growth.

These sessions will be ongoing. Click on the link to register your interest.

 

Deadline: 27/03/2027 Apply Now

Sound Check @ Future Yard

Sound Check is a live music industry training programme from Future Yard. The exciting course is designed to introduce young people to the skills they need to pursue careers in the live music industry. It is open to young people aged 19+ from the local area who have a passion for live music, and takes place within our dynamic music venue in Birkenhead.

Deadline: 30/04/2027 Apply Now
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