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Applications are open for the OneBeat Kenya Creative Residency 2025. OneBeat Kenya, a dynamic two-and-a-half-week creative residency, will bring together 12 trailblazing artist leaders from across East Africa and the United States. This residency is designed for collaboration, growth, and innovation. Ten artists from East Africa and two artists from the United States, spanning genres and musical communities, will unite to explore new musical horizons and sharpen their professional and entrepreneurial skills.
Opportunity Details
Set in the inspiring Distant Relatives Ecolodge in the town of Kilifi, just a short drive from Mombasa, OneBeat Kenya will immerse participants in a thriving music scene, rich in culture and energy. This residency offers an intensive program full of creative workshops, discussions, and hands-on exercises, along with master classes, music recording sessions, and filmmaking projects.
OneBeat Kenya Fellows will also take part in meaningful engagements with the local community, forging lasting connections. OneBeat Kenya is more than just a residency; it's an exhilarating journey of collaboration and creativity, set to ignite new possibilities and inspire future collaborations across continents.
Applications are due by February 11, 2025 5:00 PM EST. Applicants will be notified of the review panel decision by May 1, 2025. OneBeat 2025 will take place August 20, 2025 - September 8, 2025.
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