Apply for music development support

Amplify is a talent development programme for early to mid-career musicians and people working in the music sector across Bradford District.

Amplify aims to increase quality and ambition within the Bradford District music sector, creating more opportunities for artists and promoters, connecting to national networks and supporting growth in the sector.

Amplify will offer a bespoke package of support to successful applicants including:

• A development grant of £750
• A bespoke package of mentoring from someone working specifically in your field
• Industry masterclasses
• Additional tailored resources to suit your specific needs.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this programme, be aged 18+ and live in or make creative work in Bradford, or have another strong demonstrable connection to Bradford District.

You must also meet one or more of the below criteria.

Musicians You’re a musician who has been releasing for at least 12 months. Live performance experience is a plus! Bands can apply but one application will need to be made from a lead band member, and support must be shared across the band, not duplicated individually.

Producers, composers and/or songwriters You have been producing, composing or writing music for at least 12 months and can provide examples.

Music manager, promoter, publishing, A&R, and/or other music management and business professions You have a deep love of music, and are able to evidence that you can impact the music business with your skills and experience. Or have been working with artists or on events for at least 12 months. You must provide examples of events you have put on, projects you have created through social media coverage, event footage or testimonials from artists you’ve worked with.

Independent music journalists or content creators You’ve been writing or creating content about music or other creative projects for at least 12 months and can provide examples.

Key Dates

Much Of The Amplify Programme Will Be Tailored To You And Your Development Needs, Though Everyone On The Programme Will Roughly Follow The Timeline Below

• 3 September: Applications Open
• 30 September: Applications Close
• Friday 9 October: Places on the programme will be confirmed
• w/c 12 October 2026: Kick off meetings:
• 12 October to 18 December 2026: Mentoring & bespoke planning sessions and masterclasses.
• January 2027 – March 2027: Music Development Labs or Organisational Support, Masterclasses & Showcase Festival or events.

How to Apply

Deadline for applications is Wednesday 30 September 2026, at 11.59 PM Please email a proposal of no more than three pages of A4 or a video of up to 5 minutes to [email protected] with ‘Amplify application submission’.

In The Email, Please Include The Following Information

• Your full name
• Your email address
• Your telephone number
• Your full postcode
• Your connection to Bradford District
• Whether you have any access requirements we need to consider when communicating with you, or when handling your application (you’re welcome to upload an access rider too)

Please Answer The Following Questions In Your Application

• How would you describe your role in the music sector?
• What’s your experience in music with examples of events/projects you’ve played at, created or collaborated on.
• What are your career aspirations for the next 6-12 months?
• What are your career aspirations for the next 2-5 years?

If you have them, please provide links to back up your application. These might include:

• Your music hosted online either through a streaming service or elsewhere
• Videos of you performing your music live (if relevant)
• Events you have put on, played at or collaborated on
• Social media pages and/or website
• Anything else you’d like to share with us that represents your work.

Aims of Amplify

• Increase quality and ambition within the Bradford music sector and building national networks.
• Increase the number of promoters putting on high-quality music events and create more opportunities for artists in Bradford District.
• Support more people to develop their experience in music management and A&R to support the sector to grow.

Amplify is generously supported by the PRS Foundation and PPL Talent Development Network.