Showcase Opportunity: Manitoba Music at OCFF
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 4pm, Thursday, August 8, 2013
Manitoba Music is looking for artists interested in participating in Manitoba Music showcases at the Ontario Council of Folk Festivals conference in Mississauga, Ontario, October 17-20, 2013. This is an opportunity to perform for and network with influential music industry professionals from the Canadian and international folk, roots, and traditional music community. The conference includes speakers and seminars, performer showcases, and jam sessions. Approximately 800 delegates attend the conference, including artistic directors, presenters, and provincial, national, and international industry organizations.
To be considered for this opportunity, you must:
- Have a current or upcoming release (demo / EP / full-length)
- Be export-ready (able to capitalize on opportunities in Canada and internationally)
- Have financial capacity to undertake travel and accommodations (Market Access Program support is available, but will not cover full costs)
- Be a Manitoba Music member
To submit, fill out the submissions form:
- manitobamusic.com/submissions
- Update your Manitoba Music profile with:
- Current music
- Short artist bio (approximately 200 words)
- Current high resolution image (300 dpi) uploaded to “Files” section
- Updated Business Profile at manitobamusic.com/members/business-profile (must be logged in).
Submissions will be evaluated based on:
- Music
- Rationale for the showcase
- Track record
- Export readiness
For more info, please contact:
Ruben Ramalheiro, Program Coordinator
Manitoba Music
ruben@manitobamusic.com