The Freedman Fellowship is a prestigious, career-defining opportunity that recognises and supports the next generation of leading jazz musicians.

 

Awarded annually, the fellowship provides $30,000 to support the recipient while they undertake a major creative project.

 

Applications are welcomed from artists under the age of 35, working in the field of jazz.

 

The Fellowships are intended to assist musicians with an original voice in taking their next important career steps, for activities such as composing major new works, making recordings, or increasing their exposure and success through a significant program of performance.