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Hey, 

Hope you’ve had a good start to the year. 

Check out our handpicked opportunities, resources and events. Make sure you check the deadlines as some are fast approaching!

We’re also looking for a new projects coordinator to join the team. Interested? More info about the role here: Projects Coordinator (Mat Cover) job - Gateshead - The Glasshouse International Centre for Music. Stay Creative and take care,

The Glasshouse Artist Development Team 

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Programmes and Masterclasses

Generator: First Notes

A diverse group of young musicians in front of an Independent venue week sign.

First Notes is a programme designed to support artists aged 18-25 in taking steps towards professionalising their craft. Whether it's your first ever release or a new project, you're given tools to work at a professional level while retaining full creative control.

Deadline: Sunday 16 March, 11:59pm.

Brighter Sound: Vic Meets: Songwriting with Nina Cobham

Nina Cobham, a woman with red hair wearing a white dress with white socks.

Nina Cobham sheds light on her songwriting process in this music workshop hosted by R&B singer and broadcaster Victoria Jane.

When? Thursday 3rd April, 6-8pm

School of Songwriting with Laura Marling

Laura Marling, a woman with blonde hair looking to the right. She is wearing a light denim shirt.

Laura Marling comes to School of Song for her upcoming online songwriting workshop. In this course, she’ll guide students through the fundamental and elusive elements that shape her songwriting practice which is also used as a self-reflective tool.

Deadline: Saturday, March 22 at 11:59pm (PT).


Funding and Commissions

PRS: 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.

Next Deadline: 31 March 2025

PRS: POWER UP Participants Programme

The POWER UP Participant Programme is designed to elevate exciting Black music creators and industry professionals and address barriers for those at crucial career stages.

Deadline: 13 March 2025

PRS: Women Make Music

Women Make Music supports the development of outstanding women, trans and non binary songwriters and composers of all genres and backgrounds at different stages of their career. The fund can support projects by women, trans and non binary songwriters, composers, artists, bands and performers who are writing their own music.

Next Deadline: 31 March 2025

Sound and Music: Essentials Fund: Round Two

Created to address the ever-increasing financial challenges of emerging and original music creators in the UK, this fund is to provide vital financial support—helping artists overcome barriers and secure the essential tools and resources they need.

Deadline: Thursday 20 March 2025 at midnight

Sound and Music: In the Making 2025

Applications are now open for In the Making 2025— the UK’s only year-long artist development programme for talented young music creators and composers aged 14-18 who're passionate about making music in any form. It's open to all, regardless of instrument, musical interests, creative goals, background, or location.

Deadline: Sunday 13 April 2025 at 23:59

ARC: Multiple Commissions - Make New Work

Over the next three years, ARC is seeking to achieve a shift in their programme to a more community-led/influenced way of working. They're looking to support artists to create new performance-based work by inviting them to respond to things that are on the minds of local communities.

Deadline: 10am Friday 14 March


Resources and Events

Amplify: Music Development Labs

Amplify Music Development Labs at Tileyard North, Wakefield is an exclusive opportunity for Bradford music creators of any genre to come together for a dynamic day of creative exploration and industry insights.

When: Friday 21 March 2025, 10am - 4pm.

Registration closes on Thursday 13 March 2025 at 11pm.

Brighter Sound: Revel Music Summit

A groundbreaking music event programmed and produced by Revel Collective, a dynamic group of young Manchester creatives. 

Tickets are now on sale via Eventbrite for £5 to access the full day of programming, evening gig and pizza. Limited free tickets

When? Friday 21 March at Contact, Manchester. 

Launchpad Conference 2025

The Launchpad Conference returns for 2025. Join for a free day of discussion, learning and networking, with speakers from the local music scene, and those working on a national and international level.

When? Friday 28 March 2025 at Leeds School of Arts, Leeds Beckett University City Campus.

BAPAM GP Clinics



The British Association for Performing Arts Medicine (BAPAM) is the largest provider of career-specific healthcare for performers in the UK. They are now running a monthly clinic with Dr. Nina Amedzro, in partnership with The Glasshouse.

Consultations with Dr. Amedzro will take place in person at The Glasshouse. Book your appointment with us and BAPAM will confirm arrangements.