Yamaha Music Australia Launches Main Stage Grant to Support Emerging Musicians

Yamaha Music Australia has announced the launch of its brand-new Main Stage Grant, a national initiative designed to support the next generation of Australian musicians with both funding and professional-grade instruments.

Open to bands, singer-songwriters and music producers, the Main Stage Grant 2025 will see one winner selected from each category. Each recipient will receive $5,000 in cash alongside $5,000 worth of Yamaha instruments and gear — providing a significant boost for emerging artists looking to create, record and perform at the next level.

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Applications for the grant are open now and will close on Saturday 15 November at 10am AEDT, with winners to be announced in early December. Submissions will be reviewed by a panel of industry experts and tastemakers in collaboration with Yamaha Music Australia.

“Main Stage is about giving the next generation of Australian musicians the platform and support they deserve,” says Mitch Kelly, Yamaha Music Australia. “We believe Australia makes the best music, and we want to continue to support artists at every stage of their journey.”

For eligibility details and how to apply, visit Yamaha Music Australia’s official website HERE