Your ideas, our guidance.

Whether you are a renowned orchestra, an established company, or an emerging artist developing your first international collaboration, Diaphonique is here to support ambitious cross-channel projects.

Before preparing an application, we strongly encourage you to carefully read the eligibility criteria and funding guidelines. These outline the framework of the programme and the types of collaborations it is designed to support.

If you have a question, would like clarification on a specific point, or simply wish to check that your project fits the requirements, you are warmly invited to contact the Diaphonique team. We are happy to answer practical questions and help you understand the scope of the programme.

In some cases, however, a project may require more in-depth or structural reflection - for example around partnership building, cross-border positioning, long-term strategy or production models. If you feel that your project would benefit from focused strategic guidance on a specific topic, you may wish to consider requesting a session with the Diaphonique Advisory Committee.

The Advisory Committee offers a structured space for deeper discussion at key stages of development.

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CREATIVITY

EXPERTISE

The Diaphonique Advisory Committee

ABOUT

International collaboration is ambitious, rewarding - and often complex.

Developing a project between France, the United Kingdom and Ireland requires more than artistic vision. It involves building trust across borders, understanding different production contexts, navigating distinct music ecosystems, and positioning work within multiple cultural landscapes.

Diaphonique has always supported these collaborations financially. The Advisory Committee extends that support by activating the programme’s network as a strategic resource for artists.

The Diaphonique Advisory Committee brings together alumni, cultural leaders and experienced sector professionals who share a deep understanding of cross-channel artistic collaboration. Through focused advisory sessions, the Committee offers project leaders a structured space to reflect, clarify and strengthen key aspects of their work.

Rather than providing long-term mentorship, the Advisory Committee is designed to offer targeted, time-bound strategic guidance at decisive moments in a project’s development.

By embedding advisory support within its ecosystem, Diaphonique reinforces its role not only as a funding programme, but as a platform for sustained artistic dialogue and knowledge-sharing across France, the United Kingdom and Ireland.

The Diaphonique Advisory Committee transforms the programme’s network into an active strategic resource for artists navigating international collaboration.

Advisory Committee Process

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    Request

    The project leader submits: 

    - A short written request (maximum one page) 

    - 2–3 clearly formulated advisory questions 

    - Optional supporting material (maximum five pages) 

  • Geometric drawing of an outline square with sections divided by vertical, horizontal, and half circle lines.

    Matching

    The Diaphonique team selects one advisor, based on: 

    - Relevance of expertise 

    - Availability 

    - Absence of conflict of interest 

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    Preparation

    Advisors receive: 

    - The written request 

    - Supporting material 

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    The Session

    One hour session, online or in person, with a matched advisor, with a clear outline, key takeaways and next steps for the candidate.

ELIGIBILITY

Advisory sessions are available to: 

A. Funded Laureates 

  • Current Diaphonique laureates 

  • Within 18 months of receiving support 

  • One advisory session per funded project 

B. Pre-Application Opportunity 

  • In each funding cycle, one advisory session may be offered to a project leader who has not yet received Diaphonique support. 

  • Selection is based on a short expression of interest outlining the project and specific advisory questions. 

This session does not constitute a pre-assessment of eligibility and does not guarantee future funding. 

Please note the Advisory Committee : 

  • Is limited to one structured one-hour session 

  • Does not imply ongoing mentorship 

  • Does not create any obligation of collaboration or endorsement 

  • Does not guarantee introductions or partnerships 

Any follow-up contact is voluntary and independent. 

  • "Their attention to detail and commitment to quality truly stood out. We’ve already recommended them to others."

    —Former Customer

  • "Communication was top-notch and the final outcome was even better than we imagined. A great experience all around."

    —Former Customer

  • "Every detail was thoughtfully executed. We're thrilled with the outcome."

    —Former Customer

LET’S GET STARTED

If you would like to make a request, please submit: 

- A short written request (maximum one page) 

- 2–3 clearly formulated advisory questions 

- Optional supporting material (maximum five pages) 

And email us at musique@institut-francais.org.uk