The Britten Pears Young Artist Programme was founded in 1972 by Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears. Now celebrating its 50th year, it continues to offer early career professional musicians the opportunity for high-level performance training by the world’s finest performers, teachers and creatives. The programme takes place through courses and residencies at our creative campus, set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in rural Suffolk.
We look for outstanding emerging young artists (18+) who are looking for exciting opportunities to further refine their skills and gain valuable input from industry professionals. Generally, young artists come to our courses once they have either graduated formal training or are finishing their education. There is no formal upper age limit, being early career can look different for different artists and we embrace those that have taken a non-traditional route with starting their career.
We currently have opportunities for singers, collaborative pianists, chamber ensembles, instrumentalists and composers. There are no any course fees, and we cover international travel, accommodation in Aldeburgh and provide most meals.
For more information, and to apply, visit: https://brittenpearsarts.org/take-part/artists/britten-pears-young-artist-programme