Independent Residency: Music 27/28
Banff Centre's Independent Residency: Music 27/28 offers musicians and collaborators private studios for focused, self-directed creative research and project development in an inspiring mountain environment.
Funder: Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
Due Dates: October 14, 2026 (full application for Independent Residency: Music 27/28)
Funding Amounts: Participant cost after scholarship: $798.08 CAD per week; additional scholarships available; program fee before aid: $1,603.35 CAD per week.
Summary: Self-directed residency for musicians and collaborators to develop creative projects in private studios at Banff Centre.
Description
This residency supports musicians, composers, performers, and interdisciplinary collaborators seeking focused, uninterrupted time in traditional rehearsal studios at the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity. Designed for solo artists or small to medium-sized ensembles (up to 6 people), the program offers access to well-equipped private studios, large instruments, and self-recording equipment as needed. Participants are encouraged to pursue self-directed creative work, experiment, and develop new ideas in a resource-rich, inspiring mountain setting, without structured programming or mentorship.
