Toulmin Luna Composition Lab Alumni Fund
Open to all former Fellows, The Toulmin Luna Composition Lab Alumni Fund provides financial support towards continued professional and artistic growth after the fellowship year. The Alumni Fund is intended to break down financial barriers that may impede Fellows’ continued professional and artistic growth and enhance the impressive work of Luna Lab graduates. The Alumni Fund is graciously underwritten by the Virginia B. Toulmin Foundation.
Luna Lab Alumni may submit requests to support specific projects related to their musical career from album recordings to summer workshops and festivals. Funding may not be used for middle, high school, or college tuition, or the purchase of laptops. Here are some examples of projects and resources that the Alumni Fund will support:
Ambitious Creative Projects
- Album recording, multimedia projects, concert production, etc.
Equipment and Software
- Software (Ableton, Logic, etc.)
- Notation software (Sibelius, Finale, etc.)
- Instruments (keyboards, accordions, midi controllers, etc.)
- Recording equipment (microphones, effects pedals, computer, etc.)
Professional Development
- Travel, audition fees, performance fees, headshots, websites, etc.
Continuing Education
- Non-degree courses and programs, mentorship, masterclass attendance, etc.
ELIGIBILITY
All alums of the Luna Lab Fellowship are eligible to receive stipends from the Alumni Fund. Individuals may apply to receive project stipends ranging from $100-$2,000. Individuals may apply more than once, but can only receive a maximum of $5,000 from the Fund over time. Please note that funding received is taxable and recipients can expect to receive a 1099 form.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. The panel reviews applications once per month, and results will be communicated to applicants within one week of the panel’s review. Submissions will be assessed for financial need, project relevance, and application quality. Applications for projects that have already happened or applications for reimbursement of expenses will not be considered. Email your completed form to alumnifund@lunacompositionlab.org.
Please note: Applicants who are selected will be required to submit additional materials explaining how the project funding was used and how it helped to advance their musical career within one month of receiving funds from the Alumni Fund.