Young Artist Residencies
At LAMP the focus is on performance and collaboration.
Young Artist Residencies
Individuals and ensembles are able to apply for an extended residency period at LAMP. While here you will study and perform with our extraordinary international faculty and your fellow residents in an inspiring, nurturing environment.
You will give regular performances in LAMP’s recital hall, at partner venues across Nova Scotia’s South Shore, and through our extensive outreach program, providing free concerts at schools and senior care facilities. LAMP is committed to community engagement, and artists become dedicated community members during their residency, interacting with a variety of audiences.
You will spend a fraction of what you would spend at a university post-graduate program and will get a broader educational experience. Scholarships and stipends are available to select students.
Upon request, our office will assist you in finding reasonable housing options.
Outstanding opportunities
There are limited placements available for extraordinary and dedicated young artists. Residents choose the length of their residency, and work with our Education Director to tailor the program to fit their artistic goals.
Who’s eligible?
Applicants for a residency must have completed, or be about to complete, an undergraduate music degree in performance; exceptions may be considered for outstanding young performers.
Tuition (does not include housing)
Individuals: $600 per person (per week)
Duos: $800 per duo (per week)
Trios: $1000 per trio (per week)
Quartets: $1,200 per quartet (per week)
How to apply for a LAMP Residency
Please enquire about deadlines for applications to the Spring and Fall Residencies at LAMP.
Your application form with Application Fee.
Cover Letter- Tell us about yourself and what you hope to accomplish with your residency.
Curriculum vitae/resumé
Letter of Recommendation
Two contrasting unedited recent recordings (links are accepted)
Successful applicants must register and send a deposit within two weeks of receipt of their application acceptance email. Applications for bursaries must be made immediately upon receipt of acceptance to ensure requests can be processed before the deposit deadline.
“LAMP provides a type of young artist training and personalized mentorship I didn’t think was possible. Lamp is a place where one can not only witness great artists but meet and learn from them with unparalleled access: I’ve found myself sitting in a circle with Barbara Hannigan speaking about the trials of a life in the arts one week and reading and rehearsing piano quintets with the Verona Quartet the next. The support, education and opportunities I’ve had here wouldn’t occur anywhere else in the life of a young pianist, and I am grateful to be a part of such a unique and excellent organization.”