How much does Fast Forward pay?

Up to Fr25,000 a year, paid by Pro Helvetia.

Who can apply for Fast Forward?

Mid-career Swiss solo artists or small groups in pop, rock, jazz, electronic, global or hip-hop. Established across the language regions of Switzerland, with international festival shows. Own repertoire, professional booking and management, and international distribution.

Where do I apply for Fast Forward?

On prohelvetia.ch, the funder's own site. Your application goes straight to Pro Helvetia.

Pro Helvetia

Fast Forward

Two-year programme with yearly funding and mentoring for Swiss music professionals building an international career.

Fr25,000Max per year

Country: Switzerland
Category: International
Who applies: Artists
When to apply: Once a year

Who can apply

Mid-career Swiss solo artists or small groups in pop, rock, jazz, electronic, global or hip-hop
Established across the language regions of Switzerland, with international festival shows
Own repertoire, professional booking and management, and international distribution

How to apply

Apply online via the Pro Helvetia portal from 1 July, preferably in English
Describe three goals, planned activities with costs and potential mentors
Add an artistic CV with links to audio and video
Submit by 1 September; a jury decides within four months and the programme starts in January

Questions

How much does Fast Forward pay?: Up to Fr25,000 a year, paid by Pro Helvetia.
Who can apply for Fast Forward?: Mid-career Swiss solo artists or small groups in pop, rock, jazz, electronic, global or hip-hop. Established across the language regions of Switzerland, with international festival shows. Own repertoire, professional booking and management, and international distribution.
When can I apply for Fast Forward?: Once a year.
Where do I apply for Fast Forward?: On prohelvetia.ch, the funder's own site. Your application goes straight to Pro Helvetia.

Checked against prohelvetia.ch on October 28, 2026.

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