The 2026 Granting Period is open September 21-November 15. Please see below for more details!

The Pattis Family Foundation Emerging Artists Fund at Brevard Music Center is designed to support recent alumni of the Brevard Music Center’s core Classical programs as they establish their professional music careers.

With an annual budget of $25,000, this program awards approximately 10-20 project-based grants each year, ranging from $1,000 to $2,500 each. The grants empower alumni to pursue creative projects, professional development, and critical equipment/resources for career development.

Brevard Music Center

Eligibility

This fund is open to Brevard Music Center Core Session alumni of 3-week programs or greater who attended within the past ten years. Instrumentalists, composers, and vocalists are eligible to participate. Applicants must propose a project or initiative requiring financial support.

Brevard Music Center

Eligible Uses of Funds

Creative Projects

Performances, recordings, compositions, or innovative musical collaborations. This includes venue rentals, recording equipment or services, professional photography, licensing, printing, and advertising.

Professional Development

Fees for conferences, lessons, masterclasses, or certifications.

Equipment/Resources

Purchase of instruments, software, or other essential tools.

INEligible Uses of Funds

Funds may not be used towards:

  • School or festival tuition.
  • Personnel or hiring costs.
  • Expenses incurred before the grant payment date.
  • Any other artistic or professional expenses not mentioned in the project proposal.

Receipts (if applicable) must be submitted as part of the final report.

Submission Requirements

Applications will be accepted September 21 – November 15, 2026 through MyBMC. Under “Available Applications,” click on “2026 Emerging Artists Fund” to start your application.

Application Materials

  • 500-800 word project proposal outlining goals and impact, including a budget breakdown.
  • Resume or CV highlighting BMC connection.
  • One letter of recommendation (faculty or professional). This document can be uploaded directly into MyBMC by the applicant or emailed to emergingartistsfund@brevardmusic.org by the recommender by the deadline.

Upload all files as PDFs directly into your application. All materials, including the letter of recommendation, must be submitted by the application deadline.

Review Process

Applications will be evaluated by a panel of BMC staff professionals based on the feasibility of the project, artistic/professional merit, and alignment with BMC’s mission to promote excellence in music.

All applicants will be notified by December 15, 2026. Funds will be dispersed on or before January 31, 2027.

Brevard Music Center

Grant Reporting

Recipients must provide a detailed report with outcomes within six months of completing their funded initiative and supply a short video or written summary for sharing on BMC platforms.

Questions & Answers

How will I know if my letter of recommendation has been received?

Letters can be uploaded directly to your application or emailed. If emailed by your recommender, we will notify you once it is received and added to the backend of your application. All materials, including the letter of recommendation, must be received by the application deadline.

How will the funds be dispersed?

Funds will be dispersed via check.

Are the awards taxed?

Recipients will receive the full awarded amount. However, recipients might have to pay taxes later based on tax status and income.

What is the timeline for using funds?

Funds must be used within 12 months of receiving the award.

Who should I contact with questions?

Please reach out to emergingartistsfund@brevardmusic.org with any questions.

Return to Top