Call for applications: OneBeat 2019

OneBeat is organised by the US Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs in collaboration with New York-based music organisation Found Sound Nation (FSN) under its project Bang on a Can.

The programme will connect 25 innovative musicians from around the world to collaborate on performances, workshops, discussions and the development of strategies for arts-based social engagement that has the capability of making a positive impact on local and global communities.

Musician living in the following African countries are eligible to apply: Algeria, Egypt, Kenya, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco, Mozambique, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, Tunisia and Zimbabwe.

The deadline for applications is 21 December 2018 (midnight EAT).        

Eligibility

Interested individuals must:

• Be musicians of any genre including but not limited to traditional/folk, hip hop, experimental, electronic, jazz, classical, sound design, beatmaking, multimedia art, or any combination of these styles.
• Be aged between 19 and 35 years old.
• Demonstrate an ability to collaborate with musicians from many genres and traditions.
• Be able to strongly represent their own musical tradition.
• Present a strong vision for larger project ideas that connect with local or global communities.

Requirements

• A well-written profile, which should include musical background and interests, and future projects and goals.
• At least three samples of your solo and collaborative work (audio and video).

OneBeat support

• Participants will receive a modest stipend.
• OneBeat will cater for the travel expenses, food and accommodation.

To apply for the OneBeat 2018 programme, click here.

For enquiries and information, email 1beat@foundsoundnation.org