Open Call: Spain Residency 2023

Based on classical musicians’ need for intensive practice periods and international networks, the project provides two Danish classical musicians the opportunity for a 2-week stay focusing on professionalism and immersion at the beautiful Fundacion Valparaiso. The residency takes place from 2 – 16 November 2023 and includes meals and accomidation as well as access to study and auditorium with piano and grand piano.

The deadline for applications is: 27/6, 2023 at 23:59

You can apply for a subsidy for travel expenses through Art Music Denmark’s travel support. The next deadline is 15 August 2023 at 23:59.

Read more about travel support here: https://artmusicdenmark.org/en/travel-support/ 

Application process

Complete the following application form: APPLICATION FORM. Upload a short presentation of yourself in English (PDF only and max 2400 characters) and explain why you would be a good candidate for a stay at Fundacíon Valparaíso. Aside from this, please upload your CV in English (PDF only) and insert a link to a video/audio recording that gives a good impression of who you are as a musician.

Deadline for application: 27 June 2023 at 23:59

Selection will take place at the Fundacíon Valparaíso, and there will be a response to the application in August 2023.

If you have any questions about the application or the residency, you are welcome to contact project manager Laura Dalgaard at laura@artmusicdenmark.org 

In 2022 KIMI Ensemble was selected for the 2-week stay at Fundación Valparaiso. They wrote about the residency: “KIMI ensemble spent two weeks in Spain at Fundacion Valparaiso, which turned out to be a paradise for artists who want to go deeper into a project, be inspired and focus on their work without should be distracted by the busyness of everyday life. …” Read the article here.

The initiative is funded by the Danish Arts Foundation and Augustinus Foundation.