'The stunning surroundings and the calm, supportive atmosphere provided exceptionally ideal conditions for us to focus on the music.' - Christian Póltera, cellist

With dramatic landscapes, soaring skies and a rich musical history, Aldeburgh is a haven for creativity, a place where artists from around the world have found inspiration and reached their full potential since the days of Benjamin Britten.

Aldeburgh Residencies provide the opportunity for UK and international artists to spend time on the Suffolk Coast, absorbing the creative atmosphere which has inspired so many over the years. From individual musicians to ensembles, and from jazz and world music projects to classical and electronica, Aldeburgh Residencies have allowed artists to experiment, take risks, develop new work, explore cross-artform possibilities, establish new ensembles and more besides.

Each Residency is unique, tailored to the professional development needs of the individuals involved. With time and space to develop bespoke projects, artists can reconnect with their creative selves in our campus of performance and rehearsal spaces at Snape Maltings.

Most (but not all) Residencies lead to major performances in the Aldeburgh Festival or during our year-round performance programme, or with informal showcases of work-in-progress.

Funding is available for some Residencies, the scale of which will be assessed when proposals are being discussed.

The method used for selecting Residencies is a combination of us approaching artists and groups we think may benefit from this programme, and artists approaching us with a detailed proposal. In many cases the projects and artists we invite for Residencies will have a past link to Aldeburgh, or may be those with which we are keen to establish a relationship.

For further information please email residencies@aldeburgh.co.uk

Aldeburgh Residencies are supported by:
Arts Council England
The Lord Wilberforce Award funded by The Radcliffe Trust
An Anonymous Trust

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