NOMINATIONS ARE MADE FOR THIS AWARD AS PART OF THE  ANNUAL AUSTRALIAN FOLK MUSIC AWARDS (AFMAs)

NOMINATIONS OPEN IN MAY AND CLOSE AT THE END OF JULY EACH YEAR

THE AWARDS ARE PRESENTED AT THE AFMA AWARDS NIGHT IN OCTOBER

The aim of the project is to boost the profile of young performers and introduce, support and encourage them to the next level of their development.
We are asking festivals, folk clubs, groups and arts organisations from around Australia to nominate an outstanding youth act. FAA will consider all nominations that fall within the genres of traditional folk to contemporary folk. Solo acts and small bands between the ages of 14-25 will be considered. Cross-cultural performances are encouraged. Artists can also self nominate.

Acts are to be ‘tour-ready’ with recorded material and a Media Pack

The Winner, of The Young Artist of the Year will be supported and mentored by FAA and associates throughout the year –opening pathways into the industry nationally and internationally. In addition to 12 months of development support, and will have the opportunity to  perform at a minimum of four nation-wide festivals.  Examples of this may include marketing support, design, and photography – to be decided in collaboration.

*Please note artists signed to management will not be eligible for this award.
For more information please contact Keith Preston at president@folkalliance.org.au Or call 0418 839 264