Front Stage Program Application

Front Stage Program Application

The Makin' Waves Front Stage Program is an artist development program for Cape Breton songwriters under the age of 25. The program is intended to increase the experiences of Cape Breton songwriters and provide skills and performance opportunities to jumpstart their career in music.
Eligibility:

You must be from Cape Breton Island
You must be under 25 years of age (if a band, all members must be under 25)
You must write original music
You must be able to partake in artist development training and perform at Makin' Waves presented by Sydney Credit Union www.makinwavesfestival.ca

Successful Applicants receive:

Artist development training including introductory management, marketing, booking, and industry skills
Live performance video
Professional live performance photography
Paid performance at Makin' Waves presented by Sydney Credit Union
Artist Name
Legal Name*

First NameLast Name
Birthdate*
City of Residence*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityProvince

Postal Code
Email*
example: hi@makinwavesfestival.ca
Contact Number*
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Instagram
example: @makinwavescb
Facebook
example: @makinwavescb
TikTok
example: @makinwavescb
YouTube
example: @makinwavescb
Tell Us About Yourself (When did you start playing music? Why? Notable gigs? Any releases? Why do you want to play Makin' Waves?*

300 Words Maximum0/300
Artist Photo (for promo)*

File Types: jpeg, jpg (minimum: 96dpi, 1200 on the longest side)
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Song Upload (Video or Audio)

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Or link to a song (YouTube or SoundCloud ONLY)

Availability to Perform*

Rows	Check If Available
July 4
July 11
July 18
July 25
August 1

Application Checklist*

Rows	Yes	No
I am from Cape Breton Island
I am under the age of 25
I am able to perform 3 original songs
I will partake in artist development training
I have uploaded or provided a link to an original song
I understand that Makin' Waves is an inclusive event and I am able to perform music that is appropriate for people of all ages

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