Sheet music publication support
Stim's sheet music publication support is an initiative to contribute to increased musical diversity. Broad sheet music publishing, including editions that are not directly commercially viable, is important for the music scene.
Stim's sheet music publication support reimburses parts of publishers' production costs for sheet music editions. Applications received by Stim are reviewed by an expert group whose task is to identify editions that are considered important within their respective musical fields and that would likely not have been published without support.
Who can apply for sheet music publication support?
Music publishers affiliated with Stim who regularly publish sheet music.
When can I apply?
Wednesday April 1st through Thursday April 20th 2026 (11:59 AM).
How do I apply?
Applications are submitted via My pages. Log in as a music publisher and click on Grants & support to fill in the form. The page also includes a link to the support rules.
Send the editions and any supporting documents to:
Stim, attn: Sara Olsson, Box 17092, 104 62 Stockholm
Things to consider before applying
- Stim updated the rules for Sheet music publication support in 2024. These are linked to beside the application form on My pages.
- Sheet music publication support can only be applied for editions that were published in 2025.
- Costs listed in the application must be specified in detail and, upon request, be supported by receipts/documentation.
- You must state whether you give Stim permission to use the submitted sheet music editions in our music-promoting activities (primarily for promotional activities).
- The editions must be submitted in physical format and be received by Stim no later than April 30th 2026 (11:59 AM). Emailed editions in PDF format or other digital files are not accepted as valid documentation.
- Each application must be accompanied by documentation for the costs for which support is requested. These can either be attached to the respective edition or scanned and uploaded in the application form for each application.
Questions
Questions about the support can be directed to with the subject line Sheet music publication support.
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Sheet music publication support
Stim's Sheet Music Publication Support is an initiative to contribute to increased musical diversity. Broad sheet music publishing, including editions that are not directly commercially viable, is important for the music scene.