What music residencies are open right now?

3 music residencies are open for New Zealand and Australian artists, and the next to close is Grainger Museum Creative and Research Residency on 1 March 2027. The list is updated weekly.

Can I apply if I'm not in New Zealand or Australia?

Some listings are open internationally and some are for residents only. Each listing states who can apply.

Music residencies for NZ and Australian artists 2026

Grainger Museum Creative and Research Residency

$5,000 AUD

ResidencyAUSEvery 6 monthsFree to enter1–2 weeks intensive to up to 1 year sustained research

$5,000 AUD

Grainger Museum Creative and Research Residency

Grainger Museum, University of Melbourne127 days left

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Flexible residencies for artists and researchers to engage with the Grainger Museum Collection and Archive, with a $5,000 AUD research grant.

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Grainger Museum Creative and Research Residency

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Questions

What music residencies are open right now?

Can I apply if I'm not in New Zealand or Australia?