The White Hut Elevate initiative, designed to nurture emerging talent, is aimed at those aged between 18 and 30 in the Croydon area who face significant hurdles in entering the music industry.
Throughout the programme, participants will benefit from expert mentorship, offering practical insights and guidance.
They will also have the opportunity to record three original tracks in a professional studio, equipping them with an industry-ready portfolio.
Various workshops are also on offer, covering important topics such as music rights, pitching, performance confidence, and mental health and wellbeing.
Participants will also have the chance to connect with industry professionals and access paid gigs, streaming income, and potential representation.
The project is funded by Arts Council England and led by White Hut Studios founder, Silvastone.
The MOBO award nominee and winner of the 2024 Diversity Champion at the Association of Independent Music Awards said: “Despite the fact Croydon talent has contributed so much to the music world, I’ve heard from so many young people that there just isn’t the resources or support to help them navigate the industry.
“Problems like social inequality, economic hardship and a lack of access to arts education mean talented young people are not realising their full potential – creatives are suffering and the music industry is lacking diversity as a result.
“Having faced significant barriers to entering the music industry myself, I believe in the importance of projects like White Hut Elevate.”
White Hut Elevate is seeking musicians in the area with one to two years of performance or composition experience and a strong passion for music.
They should be dedicated to furthering their music career and overcoming the barriers they face.
Those interested in applying can find more information on the White Hut Studios website.
White Hut Studios in Education is an award-winning community interest company based in Croydon.
The studio is committed to providing accessible music and arts education to young people and adults facing barriers to industry entry.
By launching White Hut Elevate, they aim to continue their mission of empowering individuals to reach their full potential and create a diverse and inclusive music industry.
