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FEATURED VIDEO:
Lyssa & the Try-Tones
Some Hope
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Live Music Listings!
We've been hard at work adding all the live shows we can find to our provincial calendar: https://www.saskmusic.org/events/live-music-listings
Have we got yours? Login to your SaskMusic profile to add them yourself or email us all your upcoming dates to gigs@saskmusic.org!
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The SaskMusic Annual General Meeting is this Saturday, June 24 at 1:30pm!
Current members should now have received information to RSVP for the hybrid event, as well as their voting access for the Board of Directors and bylaw amendment. If you have recently expired, please renew and you will receive access to the voting portal as well.
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SaskMusic is seeking an Administrative Assistant!
This is a full-time, public-facing position based in our Regina office that provides administrative support and assists in the development and delivery of SaskMusic programming and projects. An integral member of our small and dedicated team, you would share our commitment to helping Saskatchewan music thrive.
You are keenly interested in providing excellent service to members, care about the details, and love the idea of having something interesting to do each day. Your passion for music, and curiosity to learn everything about the industry is required.
To learn more, visit https://www.saskmusic.org/news/the-latest/view,article/7374/saskmusic-seeking-administrative-assistant
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Recognizing National Indigenous History Month
We'll be recognizing National Indigenous History Month with a variety of projects this month. Stay tuned for more updates next week!
Call for Interviewees
We're filming new feature interviews to continue our nistam athisthiniwak osihchikīwiniwāwa / First Peoples Creating series.
If you are a Sask-based Indigenous artist, musician, songwriter or any other music industry interested in being interviewed about your art/activities in music for the series, please reply through this form:
https://saskmusic.wufoo.com/forms/m1un8m160z9m11b/
You can check out the interview series so far at https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9dALYjCkGtZzRQEbPtLwMJJtj82T69C_
Series host, LJ Tyson. Artwork by Gabrielle Giroux, Encore Graphics.
Call for Songs
We're seeking tracks by Sask-based Indigenous artists for our nistam athisthiniwak osihchikīwiniwāwa / First Peoples Creating playlist. Submit a track for inclusion and potential social media features at:
https://saskmusic.wufoo.com/forms/m1g1zsmo0uvae8q/
All genres welcome.
Listen to the playlist on Spotify! More artists being added, submit if we've missed you! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0hznawXskxpe2KOBDraJ94
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SaskMusic Hosts Come Together 2023
We are thrilled to once again be hosting Come Together, an initiative for artists ready to break into Canada's largest music market. Presented by SaskMusic along with music industry association partners, SODEC, and CIMA. As a collective, we are working together to present two days of industry showcases and meetings in Toronto this November. Applications for this opportunity close on June 22nd. Click HERE to apply or HERE to receive more details on the event.
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SaskMusic Songwriters Showcase at Country Thunder 2023!
We're pleased to be partnering this year with Country Thunder Saskatchewan on the new Songwriters Showcase, with presenting sponsor Casino Regina.
On July 14, 15 and 16 from 230-4pm, find the showcase stage on the CT grounds to listen to songs and the stories behind them. Each afternoon, 5 different artists will take turns sharing their music, songwriters-in-the-round, acoustic style. (Get there early as seating is limited!)
We are pleased to present 11 Saskatchewan artists alongside Alberta's Duane Steele and Manitoba's Quinton Blair to bring local and Canadian songwriters to CT fans.
Fri July 14, 2:30-4:00pm
Amy Nelson
Duane Steele
Forrest Eaglespeaker (of The North Sound)
Jay Semko (of The Northern Pikes)
Quinton Blair
Saturday July 15, 2:30-4:00pm
Donny Parenteau
Duane Steele
Jay Semko (of The Northern Pikes)
Jess Moskaluke
Katelyn Lehner
Sunday July 16, 2:30-4:00pm
Adam Johnson
Berk Jodoin
Darryl Anderson
Eli Barsi
Jordyn Pollard
How were the artists for this stage selected?
For our first-ever collaboration with Country Thunder, CT organizers and SaskMusic each contributed artist selections for the lineup. (On SaskMusic's part, we curated artists, and opened a juried call for submissions to our membership.) The resulting lineup is a collaboration between SaskMusic and Country Thunder. For more information and artist bios, see https://www.saskmusic.org/news/the-latest/view,article/7376/saskmusic-songwriters-showcase-at-country-thunder-saskatchewan
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The Allan Slaight JUNO Masterclass Program
Mentorship & Showcase Opportunity: Artists! Apply now for The Allan Slaight JUNO Master Class program. Details & apply at: www.junomasterclass.ca
(Deadline to submit is June 30, 2023)
The selected artists will participate in a weeklong mentorship program in Toronto, that will include workshops with artists and industry experts and get access to tools to prepare themselves for the next step in their career. No fee to submit, open to artists of all genres, and only need 2 original tracks released in the submission window to qualify.
The program (valued at over $100,000) includes:
- An all-inclusive trip to Toronto for an intensive mentorship week hosted by Canada's Music Incubator and industry showcase.
- A trip to the 2024 JUNO Awards in Halifax, NS, including transportation, accommodations, and a JUNO Weekend ticket package
- A chance for one of the artists to perform in front of the Canadian music industry at the exclusive JUNO Opening Night Awards in Halifax during JUNO Week
- Cash prize and more!
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Upcoming Funding Deadlines
See https://www.saskmusic.org/funding/funding-options for full details & deadlines.

CREATIVE SASKATCHEWAN - FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
Sound Recording Grant: Upcoming Deadlines for 2023: August 2, 2023 at 4pm CST
Tour Support Grant: Upcoming Deadlines for 2023: August 2, 2023 at 4pm CST
Market and Export Development:
Upcoming Deadlines for Micro Stream 2023:
Upcoming Deadlines for Major Stream 2023:
- August 2, 2023 at 4pm CST
Business Capacity Grant: Upcoming Deadlines for 2023: August 2, 2023 at 4pm CST
Research Grant: Upcoming Deadlines for 2023: August 2, 2023 at 4pm CST
For more information, visit the Creative Saskatchewan website at www.creativesask.ca.

SOCAN FOUNDATION
For info/applications contact 1-800-557-6226 or www.socanfoundation.ca.
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FACTOR
SaskMusic is the Saskatchewan representative for The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings; please call for more information, assistance, or if you would like to participate in the next round of juries. For more information and program applications please visit www.factor.ca/our-programs/application-deadlines/.
- Songwriter’s Workshop Program: Rolling Deadlines.
- Marketing & Promotion For Non-FACTOR Supported Sound Recordings: Rolling Deadlines.
- Songwriter Development: Rolling Deadline.
- Sponsorship: Rolling Deadline.
- Video Program: Rolling Deadlines.
- Live Performance Program: Rolling Deadlines.
- Business Travel: Rolling Deadlines.
- Comprehensive Artist Program: Rolling Deadlines.
- Support for Live Music Events - FACTOR Canada: Rolling Deadlines.
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Social Media Accessibility
June 29, 2023 // 7:00pm-9:30pm at Path Cowork – 1965 Broad Street #200 – in Regina
This session with artist and writer Tea Gerbeza will teach participants about accessibility and social media and the benefits of making your social media presence as accessible as possible. Tea will cover some main digital accessibility points and provide an overview of accessibility tools that exist on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and Twitter and how to use them. Participants will be invited to do some in-workshop exercises to get familiar with access tools and practices like writing image descriptions and alt-text. The goal of this session is for participants to leave with an understanding of accessibility and social media and why these tools are important to use going forward.
Some topics that will be covered in the session:
What accessibility tools are available on various platforms and how to use them
How to make your content accessible to everyone
Main digital accessibility points (e.g. descriptions/IDs, alt text, image contrast, captions on videos, self-descriptions in videos)
What are the differences in accessibility features over different platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Twitter)
Are there things you should keep in mind for accessibility when collecting content (e.g. taking photos or videos)
Understand the benefit of being accessible on social media
This class will be taught by poet, writer, and multimedia artist:
Tea Gerbeza
Register to attend this class in person here: https://creativecitycentre.wufoo.com/forms/mkovrg41k6ih5l/
This class will also be broadcast over Zoom for those who are unable to attend in person.
Register to attend this class online here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwpd-GvqzwpHtMXTOQsxflJtoafhIfdoUGR
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Regina Summer Strings - Popsicle Division
Popsicle Strings is a great way for your budding little string player to get a taste of the Regina Summer Strings experience! Their beginner-violin specialist runs a fun-filled 90-minute class each morning (9:00am-10:30am) to develop listening, posture, and ensemble skills through a play-based approach; open to beginners from age 3-7. Participants must provide their own instrument and the fee for this program is $150.
https://summerstrings.ca/pages/popsicle-strings
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Regina School of Rock Summer Camps
Do you want to learn how to play in a band or learn to write songs? School of Rock Regina offers a wide variety of music camps and workshops that cover topics such as these. Their local music camps are perfect for musicians of any skill level who want to play guitar, bass, drums, keyboard and vocals. These workshops run from July 10 to August 25.
For details on the workshops, please click HERE to be taken to the School of Rock Regina website.
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Unleashing Creativity: Content Ideation & Development Workshop
The "Unleashing Creativity: Content Ideation & Development Workshop" is a transformative experience designed specifically for creatives seeking to unlock their full potential in generating innovative and compelling content. Whether you are a musician, writer, designer, marketer, or any other creative professional, this workshop is tailored to enhance your creative thinking skills and empower you to create exceptional content that captivates your audience.
The two day workshop will take place from July 14th (6-8pm SaskTime) and July 15th (12pm - 2pm SaskTime).
During this intensive workshop, you will embark on a dynamic journey of exploration, collaboration, and skill development. Led by industry expert, ADEOLUWA, with a wealth of experience in content creation, this workshop combines practical exercises, interactive discussions, and inspiring case studies to provide you with a comprehensive toolkit for content ideation and development.
See https://www.adeoluwamusic.com/store/p/ideationandcreationworkshop for more information.
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- Jazzfest: Soul Deep,
June 19, 2023,
Bushwakkers
- JazzFest Regina Presents: Soul Deep,
June 19, 2023,
Bushwakkers
- Chris Valleau,
June 20, 2023,
Somewhere Else Pub & Grill
- Shayla Souliere Farewell Show,
June 21, 2023,
Cure (The)
- Summer Singer/Songwriter Showcase,
June 21, 2023,
Bushwakkers
- SaskMusic & URSU Open Mic Night June 22nd,
June 22, 2023,
The Lazy Owl
- Nickelback: Get Rollin' Tour @ Sasktel Centre!,
June 22, 2023,
Sasktel Centre
- Casino Regina Presents: Creedence Clearwater Remembered!,
June 22, 2023,
Casino Regina
- Casino Regina Presents: Burton Cummings & His Band!,
June 22, 2023,
Casino Regina
- The Gecko Band,
June 22, 2023,
Amigos
- The Bassment Presents: Outside the Wall: A Tribute to Pink Floyd!,
June 22, 2023,
Bassment (The)
- Long Day's Night Music Festival!,
June 22, 2023,
Windscape Kite Field
- Long Day's Night Music Festival,
June 22, 2023,
Festival Field
- The Bassment Presents: Wes Froese!,
June 23, 2023,
Bassment (The)
- Lighthouse Productions Presents: Summer Kickoff!,
June 23, 2023,
RX Rehearsals Plus
- Hunting Dusties (formerly The Redeemers),
June 23, 2023,
Somewhere Else Pub & Grill
- Kimchi Canada Festival and Expo,
June 23, 2023,
Sasktel Centre
- The Johner Brothers Tour!,
June 24, 2023,
- Disney Amped Up,
June 24, 2023,
Coors Event Centre
- Good Friday and the Weekly Report,
June 24, 2023,
Somewhere Else Pub & Grill
- Youth Songwriter's Circle,
June 25, 2023,
RX Rehearsals Plus
- Amanda Marshall: The Heavy Lifting Tour!,
June 26, 2023,
Conexus Arts Centre
- The Ministry of Groove,
June 26, 2023,
Bushwakkers
- Shawn Semchuk,
June 27, 2023,
Somewhere Else Pub & Grill
- Lunch at Allen's,
June 28, 2023,
University of Regina Theatre
- Ell 'O' Ell And The New Bohemians,
June 28, 2023,
Bushwakkers
- High Key Taproom Collective ft. Black Suit Devil,
June 29, 2023,
High Key Brewing Co.
- Bridge City Creep,
June 29, 2023,
Somewhere Else Pub & Grill
- Shayne Lazarowich w/ Wade Ferh,
June 30, 2023,
Somewhere Else Pub & Grill
- Indie Rock Summer Kickoff,
June 30, 2023,
Exchange/The Club
- Sask Jazz Festival!,
June 30, 2023,
Victoria Park
- Chris Vasseur Band @ Little Manitou Art Gallery!,
July 1, 2023,
Little Manitou Art Gallery
- Jake Vaadeland and the Sturgeon River Boys on Tour!,
July 1, 2023,
- Kelly J. Gill & The Hired Guns Canada Day Cabaret,
July 1, 2023,
Oungre Memorial Regional Park
- Shirley and the Pyramids, Caveman and the Banshee, Wasted Cathedral,
July 1, 2023,
Amigos
- Government House of Regina Canada Day Celebration,
July 1, 2023,
Government House
- FiddlyNess,
July 3, 2023,
Ness Creek
- Tina: Simply The Best,
July 5, 2023,
Casino Regina
- Yorkton Exhibition Summer Fair,
July 5, 2023,
Yorkton Exhibition Association
- Donny Parenteau, Freddie & Sheila Pelletier with Donna & Leroy Anderson ,
July 6, 2023,
Shellbrook Theatre
- Country at the Creek Music Festival,
July 6, 2023,
- The Salt Shaker Music Festival 2023!,
July 7, 2023,
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Common Weal Community Arts Hiring Southern Artistic Director.
Artists or arts professionals! Common Weal Community Arts is looking to hire for their Southern Artistic Director position. Common Weal Community Arts creates programming in collaboration with socially-engaged artists and Saskatchewan communities in pursuit of an equitable and just society. Deadline to apply is June 30, 2023. More details & apply at: https://commonweal.ca/work-with-us
The Southern Artistic Director is responsible for conceiving, developing, and implementing the artistic vision and focus of Common Weal Community Arts, in collaboration with the Northern Artistic Director and under the direction of the Executive Director. This is a permanent, full-time position with a target start date of July 15th, 2023 (negotiable).
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Phone: 306-347-0676. Toll-Free in Sask: 1-800-347-0676.
Email: info@saskmusic.org
Copyright SaskMusic 2014. All rights reserved.
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