SaskMusic

(Applications now closed)

Saskatchewan Application
Kickoff Aug 28-29, 2020

SaskMusic, in partnership with the Canadian Council of Music Industry Associations (CCMIA) and Bell Media, is pleased to announce a hybrid version of this annual songwriting event!

In this online retreat, launching digitally August 28, with scheduled and unscheduled work and mentor sessions in the following days and weeks, ten songwriters will be selected and organized into pairs to collaborate on new songs.

Each pair will be matched with a unique mentor and producer to work with throughout the process, along with the digital tools needed to set groups up for success with song creation. Those chosen for this event will receive some digital instruction on co-writing etiquette and agreements, songwriting technique, Zoom co-writing tips and tricks, and will have an opportunity to network and establish permanent collaborative partnerships with mentors and participants.

All COVID protocols will be followed, with arrangements being made to record in-studio following the song creation. All songwriting pairs must submit a demo recording by Sept 30, 2021. Travel bursaries will be available to those needing to travel to record. Participating songwriters will also receive an honorarium of $250 for participating.

Songwriters considered for this opportunity must:
- Be available full days on August 28 & 29 (10am-5pm), with additional availability to continue co-writing and to record in-studio in the weeks following
- Be a current SaskMusic member and resident of Saskatchewan
- Be at an intermediate to advanced level of songwriting (you have a catalogue of material, have had your original material recorded, etc). Previous co-writing experience is not required.
- Be willing to enter into co-writing agreements specific to each song created during this event
- Agree to be photographed/videotaped while working on the challenge for our reporting purposes

SaskMusic members of all genres are encouraged to apply. Participants from previous CSC events are welcome to apply again.

A jury of industry professionals will select participants based on your songs, experience, and other information provided in your submission.