Artists in Residence

It takes more than talent to make it as a performer. At Strathmore, our mission is to nurture talented artists to help master their craft and succeed in the real world.

A flagship program of Strathmore’s Institute for Artistic and Professional Development, the Artist in Residence (AIR) program was created in 2005 to support artists as they transition to professional careers. Since its inception, the program has mentored 106 musicians ages 16 to 32. Every year, a class of six is chosen after a competitive selection process. Strathmore’s AIR benefit from the support of mentor musicians, participate in professional development seminars, and are offered extensive performance opportunities throughout the 10-month program.

Program sponsored by Cathy Bernard/Bernard Family Foundation

AIR Class Of 2023

Meet the Class of 2023

Artistic diversity is a keystone of the AIR program and the Class of 2023 features jazz-fused styles, Irish traditional music, classical, African percussion, and more.

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Upcoming AIR Events

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SAT APRIL 8 | 5PM

Bloom at Good Hope: Nistha Raj & Christylez Bacon

Off Campus

Where classical & hip hop converge

WED APRIL 12 | 8PM

AIR: Connor Holdridge, guitarist & composer

AMP

Guitarist and composer inhabiting unique musical niches

FRI APRIL 14 | 8PM

Connecting the Dots

AMP

Josanne Francis, Chao Tian, Titilayo Ayangade perform in this globally-rooted multi-instrumental performance

WED APRIL 19 | 7:30PM
WED APRIL 26 | 8PM

AIR: Connor Holdridge, guitarist & composer

AMP

Guitarist and composer inhabiting unique musical niches

WED MAY 10 | 8PM

AIR: Jo Palmer, multi-genre drummer

AMP

Multigenre drummer in jazz, rock, and more

Support Extraordinary Artists

Donate to the Artist in Residence Fund to support the area of greatest need. Or, for more information on becoming a sponsor, contact donors@strathmore.org. Your investment inspires and trains a young artist on the rise.

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Fresh AIR 2019 By Jim Saah

Support Extraordinary Artists

Donate to the Artist in Residence Fund to support the area of greatest need. Or, for more information on becoming a sponsor, contact donors@strathmore.org. Your investment inspires and trains a young artist on the rise.

DONATE

Strathmore graciously thanks our Artist in Residence Champions for their multi-year commitment and above-and-beyond support to the AIR program.

More to Explore

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Alumni

Frédéric Yonnet, Chelsey Green, Invoke, and Christylez Bacon are just a few of the incredible artists who have passed through the program.

Ward-Kong Duo

Book an Artist

Hire a Strathmore Artist in Residence for your next celebration.

SUPPORT YOUNG ARTISTS

Your generous support has a lasting impact on young artists in our community. Together, we help fuel their creativity, give them confidence, and support them when it matters most.

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