The problem isn’t a lack of talent. It’s a lack of access.

Women & gender nonconforming producers bring immense creativity & skill to music, yet access to studios, mentorship, & clear career pathways remain drastically uneven. Imagine all the great art we’re missing out on by not having equal voices represented in the creation process.

Derby’s goal is to expand equity in music production by supporting women & gender nonconforming producers through free studio residencies, educational opportunities from established producers, & community-driven programs that remove barriers & build sustainable, long-lasting creative careers.

We’re asking for $5k (or beyond) to help pay for studio rentals, studio gear, writing camps, educational speakers & documentation to share that sweet sweet knowledge to every up & coming producer via the internet, & any other general cost for the first class of residents.

Your help is so very appreciated & we can’t do this without you. We can’t wait to show you what great art & careers come from Derby!

Derby Music Producer Program is fiscally sponsored by Creative Visions, a 501c3 nonprofit organization that supports creative activists, those that use the arts and media to ignite social change.

Derby: Music Production Residencies for Women and Gender Non-Conforming Producers

Help us launch our first few months of programming!