Help Musicians
Fast Track
Small grants for UK musicians to seize an opportunity, such as a short course, new software or recording and releasing.
- Country
United Kingdom- Category
- Career
- Who applies
- Artists
- When to apply
- Three rounds a year
Who can apply
- Individual musicians living in the UK with the right to work, aged 18 or over
- Working: 40% of income from music in two years; early career: £500 in the last 12 months
- No more than £10,000 in savings; self-managing, self-releasing or self-producing
- No other Help Musicians career support at the same time
How to apply
- Read the eligibility criteria and Fast Track application guidance
- Apply in the online portal while a round is open
- Apply for activity at least 8 weeks away; you hear within 8 weeks
- Accept the terms online; money usually arrives within 10 days
Questions
- How much does Fast Track pay?
- Up to £500 per grant, paid by Help Musicians.
- Who can apply for Fast Track?
- Individual musicians living in the UK with the right to work, aged 18 or over. Working: 40% of income from music in two years; early career: £500 in the last 12 months. No more than £10,000 in savings; self-managing, self-releasing or self-producing. No other Help Musicians career support at the same time.
- When can I apply for Fast Track?
- Three rounds a year.
- Where do I apply for Fast Track?
- On helpmusicians.org.uk, the funder's own site. Your application goes straight to Help Musicians.
Checked against helpmusicians.org.uk on October 28, 2026.