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The Transatlantic Stars Music Program 2026
Delegation of the European Union to the United States
A high-velocity career accelerator program designed to expand an artist's operational footprint beyond Europe and access the North American music industry. Facilitated by the EU Delegation to the US, it interfaces mid-career European talent directly with American industry mechanisms through intensive training, networking, and collaborative sessions.
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Comprehensive financial coverage, absorbing all costs related to international and domestic travel, visa procurement, and accommodation. Collaborative studio sessions, networking with American producers, rigorous training modules concerning legal frameworks, global rights management, synchronization licensing, and international touring logistics. Culminates in a highly publicized public summit showcasing collaborative outcomes.
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Mid-career practitioners with a demonstrated track record of artistic achievement. Primarily targets citizens residing within the 27 EU Member States; practitioners holding dual citizenship or a valid EU passport alongside their Georgian base are highly eligible.
Dates & details
- Deadline
- Imminent (Program begins Mid-May 2026). Deadline estimated as May 1, 2026, based on program start date.
- Programme dates
- Mid-May to early-June 2026 (two-week immersion)
- Duration
- Two-week immersion
- Language
- English (assumed for US-based program)
Next edition of this programme
Transatlantic Stars Visual Arts Program 2027 — Eight-Week US Residencies for EU ArtistsDelegation of the European Union to the United States · Six US residency sites; closing summit in Washington, D.C. · Deadline: Oct 30, 2026Still accepting applications
- Individual Artist Fellowship 2027 (Performing Arts) — Oregon Arts Commission ($5,000)Oregon Arts Commission · Oregon, USA · Deadline: Oct 14, 2026
- Maine Artist Fellowship 2027 — Maine Arts Commission ($5,000, Six Disciplines)Maine Arts Commission · Maine, USA · Deadline: Oct 14, 2026
- Lithuanian Council for Culture Emerging Creator Stipend 2027 — €800 a Month for 6–12 Months (All Art Fields)Lithuanian Council for Culture · Lithuania · Deadline: Oct 15, 2026
- Villa Medici — Fellows Annual Selection 2027–2028, RomeAcadémie de France à Rome — Villa Médicis · Villa Medici, Rome, Italy · Deadline: Oct 16, 2026
- Center for Art & Advocacy Fellowship 2027 — US$20,000 for Formerly Incarcerated Artists (USA)Center for Art & Advocacy · United States (retreat in New York City) · Deadline: Oct 25, 2026
- National Arts Club Artist Fellowship 2027 — A Year of Full Club Membership and Programming in New YorkThe National Arts Club · The National Arts Club, New York, USA · Deadline: Oct 30, 2026