We are not a funding body in the traditional sense. You can read more about our policy on our arts support and funding page.

The information provided below is a non-exhaustive list of advice and funding opportunities in the UK music industry. If you are aware any other relevant organisations or initiatives missing from this list then please email us at arts@britishcouncil.org.

Musicians' Benevolent Fund
Downloadable handbook published by the Musicians' Benevolent Fund under Education (you can also some useful information on music funding announcements under News).

Making Music
Making Music has funds for UK-based amateur/voluntary work and general funding information.

The Performing Right Society
The PRS Foundation for New Music (PRSF) is the UK's largest independent funder purely for new music of any genre. Through a variety of schemes it provides essential core support for creators, performers and producers of new music.

Youth Music
Youth Music (UK only).

Visiting Arts Creative Collaborations
Visiting Arts Creative Collaborations in Music award

The Music Education Yearbook and British & International Music Yearbook
The Music Education Yearbook and British & International Music Yearbook (both published by Rhinegold) have information on music scholarships and education grants (both UK-based & overseas)

The Musicians' Union
The Musicians' Union has some great FAQs for general advice for music artists and promoters about copyright, booking gigs and lots more.

Careers in Music information sheet
ISM has a very detailed downloadable Careers in Music information sheet.