Fondation EJMA Live supports emerging young artists in French-speaking Switzerland, with a strong emphasis on practical career development rather than broad philanthropic giving. Its programs combine coaching, performance opportunities, studio work, masterclasses, and professional networking, especially for musicians and performing artists in Lausanne and the wider Suisse romande. The foundation also backs training pathways and audience-development initiatives that bring jazz and contemporary music to new listeners.
Program-based support through structured cohorts, incubator-style training, and invited initiatives; some programs open by application on set dates, while others are invite-only. Support appears to be non-cash, high-touch, and tailored, with performance, mentoring, residency, and professional-development components rather than traditional open grantmaking.
Monitor the site for cohort-based application openings, especially the announced August 17, 2026 launch for the 2027 round of On Stage! and Nextar. Prepare materials that show artistic potential, local connection to French-speaking Switzerland, and readiness for intensive coaching, live performance, and professional development; expect some opportunities to be invite-only.
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Current and upcoming funding from Fondation EJMA Live that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Groupes et artistes de jazz et musiques actuelles visant une carrière professionnelle en Suisse romande; sélection annuelle (volée).
Deadline: Les candidatures ouvriront le 17 août 2026 pour la volée 2027. Close date not specified on site.
Who can apply: Jeunes artistes émergent·e·s de Suisse romande en jazz et musiques actuelles; sélectionné·e·s par un jury.
Deadline: Les candidatures ouvriront le 17 août 2026 pour la volée 2027. Close date not specified on site.
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