The Peabody Institute heightens its focus on the contemporary needs of artists seeking to launch and sustain careers in an ever-shifting landscape with this series of classes geared specifically towards professional arts educators, arts administrators, and performing artists. The Peabody Pro learning experiences are tailored for professionals in the world of music and dance performance and education who wish to expand their professional knowledge or pursue a new interest.
For professional musicians and music educators residing in the state of Maryland seeking funding for professional development: The Maryland State Arts Council offers individual Professional Development Opportunity Grants to artists of up to $2,000 to encourage and support relevant professional development opportunities.
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These aren’t just any courses—they’re a shared experience, developed by artists like you, for artists like you. We’ve listened to hundreds of our peers, integrating their insights to make these learning experiences truly unique. Dive in at your own pace and join our vibrant community of creative minds. Let’s explore, create, and grow together.
Project Budgets Where the Money Goes
Location: Online
Course Duration: Self-paced, access for 180 days
Tuition: $49
Project Budgets: Where the Money Goes transforms the daunting task of budget creation into an art form. This course dives into the narrative power of budgets, teaching you to craft financial plans that tell the compelling story of your project. With a focus on clarity, specificity, and strategic organization, you'll learn how to shape a budget that not only meets grant application standards but also enhances your proposal's appeal.
Project Descriptions Crafting Your Story
Location: Online
Course Duration: Self-paced, access for 180 days
Tuition: $49
Project Descriptions: Crafting Your Story elevates the art of narrative in presenting your artistic projects. This course dissects the essential elements—What, Why, Who, and How—of a compelling project description, creating a resonant link between your artistic identity and your project. By analyzing successful examples and deploying practical, tested strategies, you'll learn to shape project descriptions that resonate deeply with grant reviewers and captivate your intended audiences.
Project Timelines Planning to Do It
Location: Online
Course Duration: Self-paced, access for 180 days
Tuition: $49
Project Timelines: Planning To Do It explains the timeline creation process, a key factor in securing grants. This course equips you to effectively draft timelines that showcase your project's structure and strategic planning. Learn to balance major milestones with the intricate details of day-to-day tasks, while incorporating flexibility for unexpected changes.
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