From the Top Fellowship Grant

From the Top Fellowship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: From the Top
Last Updated: September 26, 2025

Summary

The From the Top Fellowship empowers young musicians, ages 8-18, by providing them with resources to explore their musical careers. Participants engage in a dynamic community, access professional mentorship, and celebrate their talent on a national platform. The program culminates in collaborative projects and performances, connecting fellows with a network of over 3,000 alumni. This fellowship not only nurtures musical skills but also emphasizes community engagement and personal growth, making it essential for aspiring artists.

Overview

In today’s world, being a musician is so much more than just performing. Learning and Media Lab Fellows join a dynamic community that care about: exploring ways to make an impact through music now and in the futureaccessing professional tools and mentorslearning about the multiple career avenues for a musician todaycelebrating their music and voices on a major national platform At the end of the remote learning program, Fellows: work together to plan and implement a community engagement activity.record their solo or ensemble performance and interview for From the Top’s national radio program and podcast.collaborate on From the Top’s digital mediajoin a network of more than 3,000 alumni including students, professional musicians, educators, and arts administrators.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Are a musician between the ages of 8–18 and have not enrolled in a college or conservatory.High School Seniors must apply by November 15th of their senior year.Live in or have a significant training connection to the US.