Audio Recording Engineer: Indigenous Music 2027
Banff Centre's residency offers emerging audio engineers hands-on training and mentorship in Indigenous music recording, with full scholarship support in a collaborative, professional environment.
Funder: Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
Due Dates: August 12, 2026 (Application deadline, 11:59 p.m. MST)
Funding Amounts: Full scholarship covers 100% of tuition, accommodation, and meal plan (value: CA$11,713.80 per person); application fee: CA$65 (CA$35 for Indigenous applicants).
Summary: Professional residency for emerging audio engineers to develop skills in Indigenous music recording through mentorship, hands-on experience, and industry networking.
Key Information: Priority given to Indigenous applicants; program runs Nov 12–Dec 8, 2026 in Banff, Canada; international applicants require a visitor visa.
Description
This intensive, adjudicated residency is designed for emerging audio recording engineers seeking advanced, practical training in Indigenous music contexts. Hosted by the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, the program integrates technical instruction, hands-on recording of live and studio sessions, and mentorship from acclaimed international faculty. Participants collaborate with musicians in the concurrent Indigenous Music Residency, deepen their industry knowledge, and expand professional networks. The residency offers access to professional studio spaces and a supportive, creative environment, with all tuition, accommodation, and meal costs fully covered by scholarship for accepted participants.
