Very talented, accomplished musicians emerging from the UKs conservatoires are dismayed to find that a career is not just waiting for them, and that they lack the networks, tools, and skills to tackle the problem. Many exceptional artists end up leaving the profession altogether, depriving audiences now and in the future of their music making. Most of us list music as a crucial in our lives for wellbeing and happiness - and yet as a society we make it so hard for people to pursue this career.

Young professional musicians must be nurtured in order to provide the music we all want in the decades to come. CMF selects exceptional musicians at the start of their careers, when managing ‘the business of music’ is a challenge. CMF supports them with mentoring, workshops, performances in our concerts, photography, PR and marketing. We work with them on a project of their choice while they gain confidence and experience in essential non-musical skills, such as dealing with contracts, reviewer