Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
“I want to implore you, if you’re a small arts organization, just do it!” - Daniel Kumapayi, the Founder and Executive Director of 2023 New Music Inc. - Chicago awardees Àkójọpọ̀ Music Foundation
New Music Inc. - Chicago is a city-specific incubator initiative that supports small-budget, artist-led new music groups and organizations! The Àkójọpọ̀ Music Foundation received impactful guidance from Program Coordinator Kori Coleman that helped them reach the next level in their organization. Your Chicago-based organization could be next!
Eligible organizations include performance groups, ensembles, collectives, record labels, festivals, presenters, and venues with an annual operating budget of $10,000-$250,000 over the last 3 years. A 501(c)3 status is not required.
Tap our link in bio for more info and to apply!
🔊: Recording of Àkójọpọ’s composition, “Ŋusẽ”, available for purchase at akojopo.org
hashtag#WeAreNewMusic hashtag#NewMuisicIncChicago hashtag#Akojopo hashtag#Chicago
“I want to implore you, if you’re a small arts organization, just do it!” - Daniel Kumapayi, the Founder and Executive Director of 2023 New Music Inc. - Chicago awardees Àkójọpọ̀ Music Foundation
New Music Inc. - Chicago is a city-specific incubator initiative that supports small-budget, artist-led new music groups and organizations! The Àkójọpọ̀ Music Foundation received impactful guidance from Program Coordinator Kori Coleman that helped them reach the next level in their organization. Your Chicago-based organization could be next!
Eligible organizations include performance groups, ensembles, collectives, record labels, festivals, presenters, and venues with an annual operating budget of $10,000-$250,000 over the last 3 years. A 501(c)3 status is not required.
Tap our link in bio for more info and to apply!
🔊: Recording of Àkójọpọ’s composition, “Ŋusẽ”, available for purchase at akojopo.org
hashtag#WeAreNewMusic hashtag#NewMuisicIncChicago hashtag#Akojopo hashtag#Chicago
