McKnight Fellowships for Musicians

With the generous support of the McKnight Foundation, MacPhail awards four $25,000 fellowships to outstanding and distinctive musicians applying as solo artists or small ensembles/bands. The McKnight Artist and Culture Bearers Fellowship intends to recognize and support artists and culture bearers who are beyond emerging and have sustained experience in their practice area. Awards are subject to state and federal income tax guidelines. Application Process for 2026: In order to submit your initial application, you will only be required to submit the materials that will be reviewed during Round 1. Deadlines: January 12 – Deadline to submit four-minute work sample for consideration in Round 1 February 27 – Notification regarding advancement to Round 2 March 27 – Deadline for selected applicants to submit additional work samples, live performance video, artist statement, and resume for consideration during Round 2 May 8 – Notification regarding advancement to finals June 5 – In person final auditions held for 9 finalists

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