Black Leadership Arts Collective

Black Leadership Arts Collective Mentoring Program 2024

This application closed on Tuesday October 15, 2024.

The B.L.A.C. Mentoring Program is a tiered program for singers at 2 levels:

1. Singers currently in University at the senior or graduate level.

B.L.A.C aims to help supplement the student’s training and growth.

1-on-1 mentoring with industry professionals
access to rehearsals/events if the student is in a city where B.L.A.C. affiliates are working or can be arranged with colleagues.
financial support for approved career related expenses up to $750
Audition Preparation consultation.
Invitation to all B.L.A.C. events at no cost
Invitations to participate in masterclasses
Voice lessons/coachings with B.L.A.C affiliates, in person or over zoom.

2. Young Artist Level:

For artists transitioning out of Y.A. program or up-to 3 years post Y.A. program.

B.L.A.C recognizes that this is a crucial point in an artist’s future success. Leaving the structure provided by a young artist program, many singers face various roadblocks at this stage. Also, considering singers who faced setbacks during the industry shutdown due to Covid.

B.L.A.C. Offers:

1-on-1 mentoring with industry professionals.
Career counseling
Financial support for career related expenses up to $1500
Accountability network
Access to B.L.A.C. Affiliates/ Networking
Invitation to all B.L.A.C. events at no cost
Voice lessons /coachings with B.L.A.C affiliates, in person or over zoom
Access to rehearsal/events (if convenient) if B.L.A.C affiliate is engaged in the same city as mentee.
Performing opportunities.

Submit a letter of interest (including how B.L.A.C mentoring can help you on your career path), resume, 2 letters of recommendation, video submission of 3 pieces (including 1 art song) in varying languages.

Please contact Kenneth Kellogg at Info@blackleadershipartscollective.org with any questions regarding this application. For technical help, please contact help@yaptracker.com.

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Video Files

Video/recordings of 3 pieces including at least 1 operatic aria and 1 art song, in varying languages.

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Include how mentorship with B.L.A.C. would benefit your career journey. Number of documents required: 1.

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