The Helpmann Academy Award for Voice supports and inspires the dreams, plans and aspirations for the future of South Australia’s emerging vocalists.
“Completing this project with Helpmann’s support has allowed me to develop a clear trajectory for the next stage in my creative career. Stepping out of university and into the vast world of the music industry was a daunting and unfamiliar time, so having this opportunity to guide and propel me into reaching my goals was invaluable.”
Grace Mensforth, 2023 Recipient
Vocalists who are final year students or graduates from selected programs from the Elder Conservatorium of Music, University of Adelaide are invited to apply.
Valued at $5,000, the recipient will be empowered to seek out unique training in their area of interest, develop work, record or tour, gain valuable experience, and build networks. The funding provides the opportunity for the recipient to develop their skills and experience, locally, nationally, or internationally.
The recipient can also undertake significant activities that align with their career objectives and facilitate the next steps in achieving their goals.
Grace Mensforth received the Helpmann Academy Award for Voice in 2023. She is a vocalist, songwriter, musical collaborator and storyteller living on Kaurna land and is the leader of Tell Mama and used her award to produce, mix, master and release her debut album, Console Me.
“This experience also provided the opportunity to connect with some incredible industry mentors and discover new areas of creative interest and passion, such as music recording, production and mixing. Helpmann has not only supported these goals financially but has also done so through the mentoring and invaluable advice I received during the application process, which allowed me to gain a clearer picture of my career’s next steps.”
Grace Mensforth, 2023 Recipient
Applications are invited from the following programs from the Elder Conservatorium of Music, University of Adelaide:
- Bachelor of Music (all majors)
- Bachelor of Music Theatre
We are thrilled to support final year students and graduates for up to five years, from your official conferral date. Graduates and final year students from the listed programs above can apply for this award, provided activity takes place after your studies have been completed. Honours students from the programs listed above, are eligible to apply, provided your honours program has been taken directly following your undergraduate degree. Check your eligibility here.
KEY DATES
Applications open on Monday 5 August 2024
Applications close on Sunday 8 September 2024 at 11:59pm
For activity occurring between 1 November 2024 and 30 Jun 2025
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Contact Helpmann Academy (08) 7089 0720 / info@helpmannacademy.com.au
The Helpmann Academy Award for Voice is generously funded by Dr Rob Lyons, aims to support and inspire our state’s most promising, emerging vocalists.
Images: Grace Mensforth performing at her album launch. Photos by Levi Goldspink