The Channel Islands Touring Fund is an initiative of ArtHouse Jersey and Guernsey Arts in association with Jersey’s Creative Island Partnership and funded by the Government of Jersey and Guernsey Arts. Now in its third year, the fund has been set up to better enable music artists from the Channel Islands to engage in professional development through touring opportunities, as well as promoting a wider cultural exchange between both Islands. Musicians from both Jersey and Guernsey are invited to apply to cover travel costs relating to touring to perform across the Channel Islands, Normandy and Brittany as well as venues and promoters producing events for Channel Islands musicians.

Since launching in 2023, the Channel Islands Touring Fund has supported many bands and artists from Jersey and Guernsey to tour festivals and venues including Chaos Festival, The Vault (Guernsey), La Beltane Festival (Sark), The Blue Note, St James and Bergefest (Jersey). These opportunities have enabled artists to expand their reach, strengthen professional networks and reinvest in their creative practice.

WHO CAN APPLY

The fund is open to:

● Professional musicians based in Jersey or the Bailiwick of Guernsey

● Independent Channel Islands-based promoters working with local musicians

● Non-profit organisations, festivals or venues inviting Channel Islands artists to perform

HOW TO APPLY

Applications can be made by completing the online form detailing the proposed visit, including a budget breakdown of the costs involved and the amount requested. The form requests weblinks where you can present supporting documentation of your recent work. An invitation or confirmation letter from the hosting organisation is also required. 

Before you begin your application please carefully read these guidelines.

Applications can be received at any time on a rolling deadline until the fund expires and will be considered towards the end of each month.

If you have any questions contact James Tyson, Head of Programme james@arts.je

If you are an artist based in Guernsey and would like to discuss your project, please contact Russ Fossey, Head of Arts Development, Russ@arts.gg