Nigerian recording artiste Tiwa Savage has launched her music foundation aimed at empowering young, emerging musicians.
The singer made this known via her Instagram page, where she disclosed that the initiative will support upcoming creatives through “access, mentorship, and world-class music education”.
The mother of one further described the foundation as her way of “building at home after years of building globally”, while revealing that a major announcement about the initiative would be made later in the day.
“After years of building globally.. It’s time to build at home, Introducing the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation,” she wrote.
“A new initiative dedicated to empowering emerging African creatives through access, mentorship and world-class music education. Stay tuned. BIG ANNOUNCEMENT today at 4PM WAT.”
According to the foundation’s website, the priority of the initiative is to support creatives from “underrepresented and underserved communities”.
It also aims to equip emerging artistes with the skills, industry knowledge, and confidence needed to tell their stories and make a meaningful impact on culture.
“The Foundation is dedicated to empowering emerging talent through music, education, and creative opportunity by providing access to world-class music training, mentorship, and resources across the African continent, with a focus on underrepresented and underserved communities,” the website reads.
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“We believe music is more than sound, it’s identity, voice, and possibility. When young people are given the tools to develop their craft and understand the industry, they gain confidence, direction, and the ability to shape culture and tell their stories on a bigger stage.”
The Nigerian singer also teamed up with Berklee College of Music in the US to offer a four-day intensive program for emerging musicians.
Berklee College of Music is a private music college in Boston, Massachusetts. It is the largest independent college of contemporary music in the world.
The program, held from April 23 to 26, is designed to give participants hands-on experience in performance, songwriting, production, and the music business. It also connects them with industry experts and encourages them to explore new areas.
“Program participants will be immersed in the Berklee professional musicianship experience, and connect with artistic and industry leaders in the West African music marketplace through the expertise of Artistic Advisor, Berklee Alumna and world renowned artist Tiwa Savage,” the statement reads.
“This program is designed to provide students with an integrated experience that highlights the interconnection of all aspects of professional musicianship, including performance, songwriting, production, and music business.
“By the end of the program, all students will have engaged in instruction across these areas. The course content will build on the existing interests of the participants as well as spark curiosity about new and unfamiliar topics.”
Showcase your talent by submitting at least two videos that highlight your performance skills and musicianship, recorded within the past six months.
Share your videos through accessible platforms like YouTube, Vimeo, or Google Drive so we can easily experience your artistry.
If you are interested in applying, you can do so here.
