Emerging Artist Program
There are five Emerging Artist positions available each year to percussionists who are Black, Indigenous, Hispanic, Latinx, Asian, Pacific Islander, Queer, and/or women ages 18-25. Emerging Artists will benefit from the knowledge, experiences, and resources of the Professional Members, and will have a role in the mentorship of Youth Artists. An application must be completed for consideration for admission.
What will Emerging Artists receive?
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Two to four NDCP sessions per month (calendar of events is here).
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Individual Sessions (personal mentoring, professional development, and/or private lessons*) with Professional Members.
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Group Sessions (performance masterclasses, studio classes, mock auditions, percussion equipment maintenance classes, and group mentoring sessions) with Cohort Faculty.
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Experience providing mentorship for Youth Artists.
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Financial support will be available for music festivals, auditions, and conferences.
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NDCP support in procuring and accessing concert percussion equipment and practice facilities as needed.
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Emerging Artists positions are free.
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Start date: November 1, 2021. End date: May 29, 2022.
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Emerging Artists are encouraged to reapply for forthcoming years.
*as needed but not to replace current studies.
Have a question not answered here? Check the FAQs.
How do I apply to be an Emerging Artist?
Applications, criteria, guidelines, and tips can be found here.
Note - applications for the 2021-2022 program have closed. Check back in the spring for next year's application!