Sounds of Change – Invitation

13 oktober, 2021|Call, English, Internationaal|

(bron: Sounds of Change) We've been working on something special over the past few months and we are very excited to tell you all about it, in an interactive online session!   During the COVID pandemic; a period in which travel was limited and we were unable to work physically with our trainees in the Middle East, we worked on the development of our online methodology and library of exercises, games and activities. This enabled us to continue our work online and it will enable us to reach out to more groups in the future. The methodology and library will also enable our trainees to continue their learning process, [...]

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ESNS opens registration for physical edition in January and announces first names

13 oktober, 2021|Call, Internationaal|

(bron: ESNS) Good news! Today we can finally announce that ESNS 2022 will be a physical event taking place in our beloved city of Groningen. Due to the recent relaxation in the corona containment measures, the event will physically take place in Groningen in January 2022, and registration for the conference is open as from today via the button below REGISTER FOR THE ESNS 2022 CONFERENCE First panels and speakers announced Today we have confirmed a keynote address with Urgenda director and 'leading global thinker' Marjan Minnesma. Minnesma has worked for the Dutch government in Central Europe on energy efficiency and renewable energy projects. Together with her co-director prof Rotmans at the Institute for Transitions [...]

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Classical:NEXT 2022 opens Call for Proposals

6 oktober, 2021|Call, English, Internationaal|

(bron: ClassicalNext)   Today Classical:NEXT 2022 opens its search for the best, brightest and most forward-looking artists, projects, topics and interactive conference formats from all corners of the classical music world! From 5 October until 5 November 2021 all music professionals are invited to submit their proposal for a Live Performance, a Conference Session or a Project Pitch for Classical:NEXT 2022 in Hannover, Germany. All proposals will be considered by an independent jury of international experts – guaranteeing a neutral yet informed selection process. Please keep reading for all information about the submission process and to get to know this year's jury. We are looking forward to your ideas and projects! With warm wishes, the Classical:NEXT team   Calling the future One of the special things about Classical:NEXT is that [...]

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WOMEX 21 Digital Programme Announcement

25 september, 2021|Call, English, Internationaal|

(bron: Womex) It's true; time flies - it seems so recently that we were putting together the first-ever virtual event during lockdown for 2020. However, as we move closer to October for WOMEX 21 in Porto, we've had many inquiries about this year's 'Digital Programme' in the past few weeks.  What about those who cannot travel to Porto? Are you doing anything online this year? What about those who cannot attend? WOMEX 21 will be an in-person event in Porto and not mirrored in the digital realm; however, we will - before the on-site event takes place - bring an extra bit of the WOMEX programme to a [...]

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Call for proposals is open. Transglobal World Music Hall of Fame

23 september, 2021|Call, English, Internationaal|

The Transglobal World Music Chart virtual Hall Fame celebrates excellence in the world music field. The Hall of Fame includes three categories: 1) Artists, 2) Industry and Media Excellence; and 3) In Memoriam. Do you want to propose any person or organization? Please, fill in the form  Artists The Artists category honors solo and ensemble living artists who have achieved lifelong artistic and technical quality or historical significance in the field of world music. (5 annual inductions) Industry and Media Excellence Industry and Media Excellence celebrates influential music industry and media individuals and organizations who have provided increased visibility and recognition to world music and its multiple subgenres (3 annual [...]

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Schrijf je in voor het Prinses Christina Jazz Concours

22 september, 2021|Call, Dutch World, Oproepen|

(bron: Prinses Christina Concours) Op woensdag 1 september 2021 is de inschrijving van het tweejaarlijkse Prinses Christina Jazz Concours gestart. Alle jonge jazzmuzikanten van 12 tot en met 21 jaar kunnen zich via de website van het Prinses Christina Concours inschrijven voor de digitale voorrondes en zo een plek in de live finale bemachtigen. Daarnaast is er plek voor maximaal 7 bigbands. Het jazzconcours is dit jaar hybride. Muzikanten doen mee door een selectievideo met hun optreden in te sturen. De live finale vindt plaats in het BIMHUIS in Amsterdam. Het hybride concours bestaat uit een combinatie van on- en offline elementen die elkaar versterken. Op deze manier [...]

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jazzahead! 2022: Registration and showcase application starts today

20 september, 2021|Call, English, Internationaal|

(bron: Jazzahead) JAZZAHEAD! 2022 REGISTRATION STARTS WITH EARLY BIRD RATE       The registration for jazzahead! 2022 starts today: from now on, you can register for the 16th edition of the industry gathering (April 28 to May 1, 2022)! At the same time, the showcase application phase, which will end on November 4, begins as well.  Registrations for jazzahead! can be made via the jazzahead! website - read more about the participation options and more in this newsletter.  The Early Bird rate for professional participants is valid until October 18 - with this offer you pay 165€ plus VAT for a participation on all days instead of the regular 200€. [...]

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Offer: artist entrepeneur day at English folk expo 2021

16 september, 2021|Call, Internationaal|

(bron: EFEx) English Folk Expo has teamed up with the Featured Artists Coalition and CMU:DIY to bring you a special folk edition of their Artist:Entrepreneur Day. The day presents a series of talks, case studies and discussions about pursuing a career in the music industry. Hosted by three artist entrepreneurs from the Featured Artist Coalition — Ellen Smith (Shadowlark), Eckoes, and David John Jaggs (The Ragamuffins) — A:E Day will show you how to build a business around your music, including your music rights, your live performances and your direct-to-fan relationships. Click here to access the discount From music copyright, to building your fanbase, to choosing the right business partners, the artist-led A:E [...]

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Mundial Montreal is back in a hybrid format!

14 september, 2021|Call, English, Internationaal|

(bron: Mundial Montreal) Mundial Montreal is back for an 11th edition with a hybrid format! Mundial Montreal, the North American world music summit, is back this November for its 2021 edition.  Heading into a new phase for the music industry, Mundial has expanded to a hybrid event, with in-person activities from November 16 to 19, as well as a professional virtual networking platform adapted to the specific needs of the music industry, accessible from November 8 to 26. On the menu for the in-person event : about thirty showcasing artists, conferences, targeted networking activities, networking dinners, the mentor café and the famous Speed Schmooze!    The first artists [...]

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War Divides, Music Connects – Music Leadership Summit

1 september, 2021|Call, English, Internationaal|

(bron: Musicians Without Borders) In Afghanistan a war takes a sudden turn, and thousands of endangered people try desperately to escape to safer ground. The heartbreaking dramas of people displaced by war are now playing out in real time for all to see. As musicians, artists and activists, how can we engage with the issue of displacement? How can we stand in solidarity with people forced to flee the ravages of war, climate disaster, persecution or poverty? The Music Leadership Summit focuses on the global refugee crisis and explores how musicians can contribute to the safety and wellbeing of displaced people, while using our platforms to promote humane [...]

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