Grants being offered to Austin music professionals

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Grants of $5,000 and $10,000 will soon be available for local music professionals after the City of Austin announced $3.5 million in support through the Live Music Event Program.

According to a release from the city, the program will offer grants for local professional musicians, bands, and independent promoters to produce and publicize awarded projects.

Grant funds may be used to cover expenses for music events, studio and video production, staffing and professional services...