Banff Musicians In Residence 2027

Associated Residency Program
Banff Centre for Arts & Creativity | Performing Arts
Organization

Banff Centre for Arts & Creativity


 

Program Dates Jan 11, 2027 - Jan 29, 2027

Overview  

This residency offers space and focused time to individual musicians and bands/ensembles of all genres to research, create, and develop your own projects in Banff Centre’s unrivalled campus and mountain environment.  

Along with the freedom to focus on artistic process and structure your time around the needs of your project, you will receive mentorship from well-established faculty, including Luca Fogale. The diverse range of artistic influences across the three weeks, along with the opportunity for interaction and collaboration amongst peers will lead to new discoveries and transformative experiences. 

Description

This residency offers a unique opportunity for musicians 18+ at all stages of their career and across all genres to:  

  • Research, develop, and create their own project - taking risks, testing ideas and exploring creative practices in a safe, collaborative environment.
  • Have 24 hour access to one of our personal music studios.
  • Focus on creative exploration and experimentation through peer and mentor led group or one-on-one sessions.
  • Be inspired by fellow participants and collaborate with musicians working across diverse genres and disciplines.
  • Present new material and performance approaches in public concerts.
  • Self-record in your own studio to independently document and disseminate your work.
  • Collaborate with audio engineers, faculty and participants on recording projects, as available.
  • Belong to an expanded artistic community at the Banff Centre, fostering lasting networking and support throughout your career.  
  • Participants may also sign up to additional walk and day trips within Banff National Park as well as campus-wide activities organized by our Participant Resources team. 

This residency will also coincide with the Audio Recording Engineer PTP (Professional Training Program) program. Depending on the scope of the projects, a limited number of studio recording possibilities will be offered by the Audio Recording Engineer PTP (Professional Training) program for BMiR participants.   

Requirements

The program is ideal for individual musicians, ensembles, bands, composers, and music researchers to spend focused time working on a specific project; creating new works; preparing for concerts, auditions or competitions; or exploring and researching innovative ideas.  

Participants should be comfortable working autonomously in an unstructured environment to benefit the most from the program. Musicians at all levels are encouraged to apply.

Participants must be available to attend the program and elements for its entire duration; variable participation dates will not be considered.

 

Deadline
Url/web link to application
http://url.banffcentre.ca/bgpaEq
Residency Length
5 days - 6 months
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
15
Collaborative Residency
Must apply and be accepted individually
May apply as a team
Discipline
Music
Performance Art
Symphony
Companions
N/A
Country of Residence
Open to artists based anywhere in the world
Family Friendly
N/A
Stage of Career
Any stage of career
Additional Expectations/Opportunities
Participate in public programming
Participate in open studio with fellow residents
Give artist talk or presentation
Accessibility Statement/Info Page
https://www.banffcentre.ca/medical-information
Accessible Housing
ADA Compliant
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Meals Provided
Some meals (at least 2 meals provided)
Studios/Special Equipment
Performance/Presentation Facilities
Theater
Dance Studio With Sprung Floor
Dance Studio Without Sprung Floor
Piano
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Type of Housing
Private bedroom in a shared housing facility on campus
Additional Eligibility Information

Applicants must be 18+ at the time of the program start date. 

Domestic and international applications are welcome.

Visa Eligibility Information: 

  • Please note that Banff Centre programs do not meet the eligibility requirements for a Canadian Student Visa.
  • If you are accepted into our program, you must obtain a Visitor Visa to enter Canada. Accepted participants are responsible for identifying and complying with the immigration requirements to enter Canada as a visitor from their country of origin. If you require a Visitor Visa please check the current expected processing times well in advance of applying.
Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
30
Artist Stipend
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
Residency Fees
8295
Canadian Dollar (CAD)
Grant/Scholarship/other Funding Support
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support Details

Application Fee

$65 for individuals or groups, $35 for applicants who identify as Indigenous.

This non-refundable fee covers the full cost of processing your application, including the SlideRoom fee.

Scholarships

We are pleased to offer a range of scholarships to support participants in our programs. Details are outlined below:

  • Banff Centre Arts Scholarship: All arts participants receive a scholarship covering 100% of tuition and 25% of meal plan and accommodation costs, made possible through generous endowments and donations.
  • Canadian Indigenous Scholarship: Canadian Indigenous applicants receive support covering 100% of tuition, meal plan and accommodation costs. 

To be considered for Banff Centre scholarships, please complete the Financial Aid section when uploading your supporting materials.

Application Fee
65
Canadian Dollar (CAD)
Application Type
Open application