Funding for neighborhood music
With the "District Music" format, the Cultural Office of the State Capital of Wiesbaden would like to expand the decentralized cultural offerings that are not already represented by the District Culture Days and promote music bands that perform at individual smaller events in Wiesbaden's districts and boroughs.
This call for proposals is aimed at (private) event organizers who wish to host small live music concerts, for example, in the courtyard or garden of their home, on the lawn of their apartment building, in a public square, or even indoors. Readings accompanied by live music are also eligible. The event must be open to the general public, and the cultural experience must be the primary focus. Performances as background music or at street festivals and other existing event formats (wine stands, local festivals, concert series, neighborhood culture days, festivals, etc.) are not eligible for funding. Applications from music pubs and clubs or restaurants and bars that typically offer live music programs are also not eligible. The event must take place between Friday, May 1, and Saturday, October 31.
An admission fee may be charged, but it is not a requirement. The organization, promotion of the event, and other tasks (artist catering, GEMA, infrastructure, technical support, registration with the Public Order Office for serving alcohol, etc.) must be organized and financed by the applicant.
The Cultural Office will cover the musicians’ fees up to 250 euros per person per concert, provided the performance lasts at least 60 minutes. The maximum grant amount for artist fees is 1,000 euros. The musicians must be professionals who earn their living primarily through making and performing music. In addition to the fees, a flat-rate technical allowance of up to 250 euros per concert may be granted if necessary. For reimbursement, invoices and receipts for the payment of fees or technical costs must be submitted to the Cultural Office. Interested parties may apply for funding immediately and informally at stadtteilkulturwiesbadende until Monday, August 31. The application must include a brief description of the project—specifically the date, time, location, band, program, and general conditions.
The total amount of available funding is limited. Applications will be processed and decided upon as they are received. A maximum of one grant is available per applicant; likewise, an artist or ensemble may only receive funding from the Stadtteilmusik program for one performance—this should be confirmed with the artist or ensemble before submitting an application.
This press release is issued by the Press Office of the State Capital of Wiesbaden, Schlossplatz 6, 65183 Wiesbaden, pressereferatwiesbadende Citizens with questions can contact the responsible department or office.