Each category winner will receive $5,000 cash plus $5,000 worth of Yamaha instruments, providing emerging artists with both financial backing and the tools needed to create, record and perform.
Yamaha Music Australia has announced the Main Stage Grant, a new initiative offering substantial support to the next generation of Australian bands, singer-songwriters and music producers.
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Applications are open now until Saturday, November 15 at 10am AEDT. A panel of industry experts and tastemakers will review submissions in collaboration with Yamaha Music Australia, with the three recipients announced in early December.
“Main Stage is about giving the next generation of Australian musicians the platform and support they deserve,” said Mitch Kelly from Yamaha Music Australia. “Whether you’re a band, a songwriter, or a producer, we want to help you take that next big step with real backing. We believe Australia makes the best music, and we want to continue to support you.”
The Main Stage Grant joins Yamaha Music Australia’s growing roster of artist support programmes. Currently running is the Share Your Moment competition, which encourages artists to share the stories that have shaped their music. Yamaha’s Great Start Grant also offers schools opportunities to build vibrant music education cultures, demonstrating Yamaha’s commitment to supporting musicians at every stage.
With a 130-year legacy of innovation at the intersection of music and technology, Yamaha has established itself as a cornerstone of music production, education and performance worldwide. From first instruments through to stages across the globe, Yamaha continues to empower artists through its “Make Waves” mission.
Eligibility criteria and application details are available here.
