Opportunities & Resources
Launchpad Activity
Launchpad+ - Supporting artists, managers and labels to release their music effectively and maximise their royalty collection. Find out more and get in touch for support [MORE DETAILS]
Music Industry Insight Sessions - weekly from Tue 23rd Sept. Run by our music industry advisors, each session will cover a topic to help you develop your project and career, plan your next steps and give you confidence in reaching out to other music organisations and partners. [MORE DETAILS]
Futuresound / Live At Leeds Artist Applications with Launchpad. Register your interested in performing across Futuresound events including Live at Leeds: In the City 2025! [MORE DETAILS]
Events
Every Friday, Getaway Girls Music Group, Seacroft - Getaway Girls hold a music group every Friday from 4-5:30pm for young women aged between 15 - 19 where they can learn music production, DJ’ing and writing music. To get involved, call 0113 240 5894.
Wednesday 22nd October, Bills and Beats: How Money Goals Work For Musicians and Makers, Leeds - Bills and Beats are putting on an event at The Attic in Leeds to help musicians and creatives manage their finances [MORE DETAILS]
Thursday 23rd October & Friday 24th October, Yorkshire Music Industry Expo, Doncaster - Higher Rhythm are putting on the Yorkshire Music Industry Expo in Doncaster with an aim to support access to the music industry [MORE DETAILS]
Wednesday 29th October, Mic Check, Leeds - as part of the Out Of Many Rooted programme, they will be putting on several events to showcase Black storytelling. This event is an open mic night at Leeds Central Library, based on putting Black poetry and spoken word centre stage [MORE DETAILS]
Wednesday 5th November, Promote: Music Marketing Masterclass, Bradford - a free 2-day workshop for music creators in Bradford. This masterclass is aimed at guiding musicians, producers and music creators to develop strategies to promote their music, explore streaming models and grow their online audience [MORE DETAILS]
Tuesday 11th November, Talking: Candice Brathwaite, Leeds - as part of the Out Of Many Rooted programme, they will be putting on several events to showcase Black storytelling. This event is an inspirational evening at Leeds Playhouse with author, podcaster, advocate and TV Presenter Candice Brathwaite [MORE DETAILS]
Wednesday 12th November, TMX: Dance Music Matters - How Can Research Support the Future of Nightlife, Leeds - The Music Exchange are hosting an event focused on music research and its impact, hosted by the University of Leeds’ School of Music [MORE DETAILS]
Wednesday 12th November, College and University Routes Into Creatives Careers, Sheffield - Create Sheffield are putting on a networking event for those ages between 11 - 25 years old to learn about creative courses and career routes via further and higher education [MORE DETAILS]
Thursday 13th November, Creative Organisations Showcase + Behind The Scenes Experience at Sheffield Theatres, Sheffield - Create Sheffield are putting on a networking event for people to learn what it’s like to work in iconic venues and to take part in hands on workshops [MORE DETAILS]
Friday 14th November, Creative Industries Freelancer and Professional Showcase, Sheffield - Create Sheffield are hosting an event for people to learn what it’s like to work independently in the creative industries [MORE DETAILS]
Monday 17th November, Make Music Your Business: Get Release Ready, Bradford - PRS and the Musicians Union are putting on a panel at the Bradford Arts Centre to offer advice on how to create, release and manage music independently and to give greater understanding of the music industry works [MORE DETAILS]
Friday 21st November - 14th December, Built By Sound, Bradford - Built By Sound is a mixed reality experience exploring how British South Asian communities in the 1970’s & 80’s found joy in defiance, in community and in music [MORE DETAILS]
Friday 28th November, BBC Introducing Showcase, Bradford - BBC Introducing have their final showcase at The Underground in Bradford as part of City of Culture. Headlining the event is Ellur, with support from Masi Masi and August Charles [MORE DETAILS]
Saturday 29th November, FAC Artists Day - Headrow House, Leeds. Find out how to get the most out of your music, your fanbase and your rights - and how to pick and get more from your business partners [MORE DETAILS]
Opportunities
Audio Engineering, Music Month LIVE, Bradford - applications are now open for Music Month Live, a four day introduction to live sound engineering. Deadline to apply is Sunday 26th October [MORE DETAILS]
Apply To Play, Focus Wales, Wrexham - applications are now open for artists to play Focus Wales in Wrexham in 2026. First deadline is 1st September and the final applications deadline is 5pm on 1st November [MORE DETAILS]
In Motion, Sound and Music, UK - applications are now open for the In Motion artist development programme for composers. Successful applicants will receive an artist bursary of £1800, a production grant of up to £4000 towards a creative project, 1-1 sessions and more. Deadline to apply is 23:59 Monday 3rd November [MORE DETAILS]
Northern Line, Jazz North, North - applications are now open for the Northern Line with Jazz North. Northern Line is an 18-month programme that enables jazz and jazz-inspired artists living in the North to upscale their live touring development with a cash bursary to subsidise gigs and reach new audiences. Deadline to apply is midday 7th November [MORE DETAILS]
#RSDUNSIGNED, Record Store Day & Breed Media, UK - applications are now open for #Unsigned, the competition offering one unsigned UK artist the chance to have their music pressed onto 500 records. Deadline to apply is 8th November [MORE DETAILS]
Keychange Talent Leadership Programme, Keychange, Worldwide - applications for the Keychange Talent Leadership Programme are open now. This is an initiative that is aimed at supporting women and gender-diverse professional and artists, allowing them to grow as leaders, connect with an international network and create lasting impact in the music industry. Deadline to apply is 12th November [MORE DETAILS]
Leeds Song Young Artists, Leeds Song, Leeds - applications are now open for this years’ Young Artist with Leeds Song. Successful applicants will benefit from individual coaching from experts, take part in live-streamed recitals and various other opportunities. Deadline to apply is Friday 14th November [MORE DETAILS]
Apply To Play, SXSW, Austin Texas - applications are now open for SXSW. Deadline to apply is 11:59pm on Friday 21st November [MORE DETAILS]
Apply To Play, SXSW, London - applications are now open for SXSW in London. Deadline to apply is 24th November [MORE DETAILS]
Apply To Play, The Great Escape, Brighton - applications are now open for The Great Escape in Brighton. Deadline to apply is 15th February 2026 [MORE DETAILS]
Apply To Play, The Longest Day Festival, Cleckheaton - applications are now open for The Longest Day Festival in Cleckheaton. The festival takes place on 27th June 2026 [MORE DETAILS]
Creative Growth, University of Hull, East Yorkshire - applications are now open for The Creative Growth Programme is a 12-week fully-funded course that includes eight practical workshops, investment diagnostic, peer networks and mentoring. There are two current rounds, one beginning on 14th October and another on 13th January 2026 [MORE DETAILS]
Musician Call-Out, Black Music Festival, UK - auditions are now taking place to join the Island Orchestra. They are looking for classically trained musicians. Auditions are open from 1st September 2025 - 1st June 2026 [MORE DETAILS]
Volunteering Stewards, National Centre for Early Music, York - the NCEM are looking for new volunteers to help deliver their world-class music programme and early music festivals. Volunteer Stewards will provide the front-of-house operation for all of their performances at the NCEM and external venues [MORE DETAILS]
Music Call-Out, Kirklees Most Wanted, Kirklees - Kirklees Most Wanted is a collaborative project aimed at showcasing the music scene in Kirklees. The aim is to create a space where artists can grow, work, network and perform, whilst also supporting the local economy and cultural scene [MORE DETAILS]
Artist Support, Bradford Arts Centre, Bradford - Bradford Arts Centre are offering support to artists working in dance, theatre, or other performance artforms. If you work aligns with their Programming Strands (South Asia Now, This Is Bradford, British Diversity), then they can offer 5 studios spaces to use for free [MORE DETAILS]
Promoters, The Parish, Huddersfield - The Parish in Huddersfield are looking for some new promoters to join their Events CIC squad [MORE DETAILS]
Start Up and Grow, Leeds City Council, Leeds - Leeds City Council and Leeds Libraries are offering a new programme for budding entrepreneurs and young businesses across Leeds, Start Up and Grow. Start Up and Grow is designed to provide essential guidance for launching and managing a successful business, alongside opportunities to build a strong entrepreneur support network within local communities [MORE DETAILS]
Musicians Call-out, Wakefield Exchange, Wakefield - Wakefield Exchange are looking for musicians and bands to perform at Wakefield Exchange, both local and regional [MORE DETAILS]
Musicians Call-out, Bradford Markets, Bradford - Bradford Markets are looking for people part of a choir, singing group or something similar to perform every day at their Christmas Market from 7th - 14th December [MORE DETAILS]
The Lounge, Beckview Presents, North Yorkshire - Beckview Presents and The Lounge are offering artists and bands the opportunity to record a live session at their studios [MORE DETAILS]
Bradford Sound, Allstar, Bradford - Allstar are offering the opportunity for those aged between 11 - 18 years old in the Bradford District to record music and star in a professional music video [MORE DETAILS]
Volunteering, Sheffield Music Hub, Sheffield - Sheffield Music Hub are offering volunteering opportunities for those in the local area for those that study at a Sheffield School/College [MORE DETAILS]
Get Your Act Together, Cloth Cat, Leeds - Cloth Cat Leeds are offering free music courses for 11 - 18 years old in Leeds. [MORE DETAILS]
All Star Youth Radio Presenting & Podcasting Training, All Star Entertainment, Bradford - All Star Entertainment are offering young people the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in radio and podcasting, build confidence and create content that showcases their talents [MORE DETAILS]
DJs Wanted, The Key Club, Leeds - the Key Club in Leeds is looking for enthusiastic and experiences DJs able to cover a range of genres for various different club nights. To apply, email a CV and example playlist to info@thekeyclubleeds.com
Futuresound Promotions Team, Leeds - Futuresound are looking for people to join their promotional team. To apply, email ben@futuresoundgroup.com
NYO Inspire, National Youth Orchestra - NYO Inspire is a free program from the National Youth Orchestra that helps teenage musicians in the UK develop their musical skills and confidence. It’s open to young musicians who may have faced barriers to making music, such as location or finances. To take part you must apply, applications are open all year round and are open to those aged 13 - 18 years [MORE DETAILS]
Gig Opportunities, SuperFriendz - SuperFriendz are looking for local musicians, singers, bands & DJ’s for shows in Leeds. Send your music to harry@superfriendz.com.
Skills Bootcamp, Wakefield - Academy of Live Technology (fka Backstage Academy) in Wakefield have free Skills Bootcamps coming up over the next few months. If you're interested in Live Event Production and Event Management, check out more details here.
Doncaster DAB - if you are interested in starting a new local or community radio station in Doncaster, or want to put an existing radio station onto DAB in Doncaster, contact Doncaster DAB [MORE DETAILS]
Leeds Dance Community Radio - Presenter open call, no deadline [MORE DETAILS]
Girls I Rate #GIRARMY - Support and funding for women aged 16+ in music and the creative sector [MORE DETAILS]
The F-List - A directory of female and gender minority musicians in the UK, sign up to create your listing [MORE DETAILS]
Bradford Producing Hub Advice Sessions - Monthly in-person and online drop-in advice sessions open to artists and professionals working in the music industry [MORE DETAILS]
Jobs
Brass Bands Archivist, Brass Bands England, Huddersfield - applications are now open for a Brass Band Archivist. Successful applicants will manage the Brass Bands Archive at Heritage Quay and work hands-on with historical materials and helping to share the story of brass banding. Deadline to apply is 9am Wednesday 12th November [MORE DETAILS]
Heritage Project Office, Brass Bands England, UK - applications are now open for a Heritage Project Officer. Successful applicants will work closely with the Heritage team to deliver creative projects, events and exhibitions celebrating the history and impact of brass banding. Deadline to apply is 9am Monday 17th November [MORE DETAILS]
Brass Band Week Project Officer, Brass Bands England, UK - applications are now open for a Brass Band Week Project Officer. Successful applicants will join the Marketing team to deliver the 2026 national Brass Band Week campaign. Deadline to apply is 9am Monday 17th November [MORE DETAILS]
Marketing and Communications Officer, Brass Bands England, UK - applications are now open for a Marketing and Communications Officer. Successful applicants will support Brass Bands England’s Heritage projects by creating engaging content and coordinating communications that bring the Brass Bands Archive to life. Deadline to apply is 9am Monday 17th November [MORE DETAILS]
Events Assistants (Casual), National Centre for Early Music, York - applications are now open for new casual events staff to work at weddings, conferences, concerts and other events that are run at the NCEM [MORE DETAILS]
Funding & Grants
Prelude Fund, PRS Foundation, UK - applications are now open for the Prelude Fund. Prelude is an open call for talented under-represented composers in media composition. Successful applicants will receive a talent development bursary of up to £3000, one-to-one mentoring, and skills, networking and opportunities to boost your career. Deadline to apply is 22nd October [MORE DETAILS]
Early Careers Promoter Fund, PRS Foundation, UK - applications are now open for the Early Careers Promoter Fund. Successful applicants can receive grants of up to £3,500 that can go towards a range of activities including the booking, programming and promotion of a gig, costs around those activities, capacity building and much more. The next deadline to apply is Thursday 30th October [MORE DETAILS]
Grow: Project, Leeds City Council, Leeds - applications are now open Grow:Project. Successful applicants will receive between £4,000 - £8,000 to help push creative boundaries and deliver lasting cultural impact. Deadline to apply is 12 noon Tuesday 18th November [MORE DETAILS]
Shift The Scene Fund, Youth Music, UK - applications are now open for the Shift The Scene Fund. This grant offers up to £200,000 to organisations in England who provide creative opportunities for Disabled children and young people. Applications open on 31st October and close at 5pm on 28th November [MORE DETAILS]
Supporting Grassroots Music, Arts Council, UK - Arts Council England and the Department for Culture, Media and Sport have launched an investment programme to support the grassroots music sector. You can apply for between £1000 - £40,000 for projects up to three years in length. There are various deadlines running up until 23rd January 2026 [MORE DETAILS]
Culture Grants Small, Creative Wakefield, Wakefield - applications are now open for the Creative Wakefield Culture Grants Small. There are small grants on offer of up to £2000 for community groups, charities, CICs, and other VCSE organisations for small scale creative projects. There are various deadline throughout the year [MORE DETAILS]
Inspire, Leeds City Council - Inspire provides small grants for one off cultural projects and activities. Grants are available from £500 to £1500. There are multiple deadlines [MORE DETAILS]
PRS Foundation, 2025 Deadlines
All deadline are 6:00PM unless otherwise stated. More information here.
PPL Momentum Music Fund - the PPL Momentum Music Fund offers grants of £5k - 15k for UK based artists / bands to break through to the next level of their careers. Activities eligible for support include recording, touring and marketing. There are four rounds: the first round opens 6th January 2025 and closes 3rd February 2025, the second round opens 14th April 2025 and closes 12th May 2025, the third round opens 14th July 2025 and closes 11th August 2025 and the final round opens 29th September 2025 and closes 27th October 2025 [MORE DETAILS]
International Showcase Fund - rolling deadlines.
Always open / Rolling deadlines
Fast Track, Help Musicians - musicians are able to apply for a short-term fund of £500 throughout the year to support opportunities. Artists may spend the money on things such as a short course, investing in new software, or taking opportunities to record, release or perform that will help you to fulfil your ambition [MORE DETAILS]
The Sarah Nulty Power of Music Foundation, Sheffield - The Power of Music Foundation supports people of any in age in Sheffield who are socially or economically disadvantaged. They work with individuals and organisations supporting people with disabilities and complex needs, with children and schools and with anyone experiencing hardship. Small grants of up to £750 are open on a rolling basis [MORE DETAILS]
Arts Council Supporting Grassroots Live Music Fund - the Supporting Grassroots Live Music Fund has been extended with an extra £1.5 million available to support Grassroots music venues across England [MORE DETAILS]
Arts Council England Project Grants - National Lottery Project Grants is an open access programme for arts, libraries and museums projects. The fund supports thousands of individual artists, community and cultural organisations [MORE DETAILS]