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Music in NB 🐧

SAVVY SESSION ‱ SESSION SENSÉE  

FEB 25 // We invite New Brunswick Indigenous artists to join Tristan Grant (Wolf Castle) and Nicole LĂ©ger (MID Program Officer) to learn more about funding available for New Brunswick artists and the application process. Cette session sera principalement prĂ©sentĂ©e en anglais, mais vous pourrez poser des questions en français. +++ info >

NEXT DEADLINE // PROCHAINE DATE    

★ SOUND RECORDING ★
This component aims to investment for the production of #NB sound recordings
Maximum investment: $ 6,000 per fiscal year
Next deadline: March 15, 2021 | 6 PM AST

★ ENREGISTREMENT SONORE ★
Ce volet vise Ă  fournir de l’investissement pour la production d’enregistrements sonores au #NB
Investissement maximal : 6 000 $ par année fiscale
Prochaine date limite : 15 mars 2021 | 18H HNA
mid-musicnb.org // dim-musicnb.org

#ForTheLoveOfLive  
#PourLAmourDeLaScene 

The Canadian Live Music Association launches #ForTheLoveOfLive and is asking fans, industry and all those who miss live music to share their memories and support their friends who make up this industry. // L’Association canadienne de musique sur scĂšne lance la campagne #PourLAmourDeLaScene. Les fans, les membres de l’industrie et tous ceux qui s’ennuient d’aller Ă  des concerts, sont invitĂ© Ă  partager leurs souvenirs sur les mĂ©dias sociaux, en utilisant le mot clic officiel. +++ info >

ROOTS from quintet VENTUS MACHINA

Roots, the second full-length album from woodwind quintet Ventus Machina, is now out. Reflecting what has become the strong artistic voice of Ventus Machina, the music has been chosen by the ensemble to represent both their musical heritage and current musical influences. The track list includes eleven arrangements by Ventus Machina’s clarinetist James Kalyn, among them Canadian folk hits by Leonard Cohen, Joni Mitchel and Gordon Lightfoot, upbeat tunes by local bluegrass legend Ray Legere, and traditional songs. +++ info >

Un Camp virtuel de musique pendant le Congé de mars

Le Centre des arts et de la culture de Dieppe, le Centre des arts d’Edmundston et le Monument Lefebvre de Memramcook proposent, en collaboration avec Le Grenier musique, un Camp virtuel de musique pendant le CongĂ© de mars, soit du lundi 1er au vendredi 5 mars 2021. Les ateliers seront offerts aux jeunes et adultes de partout, ĂągĂ©s de 12 ans et plus, sur la plateforme Zoom. +++ info >

Camps de thĂ©Ăątre // Drama Camps 

L’AcadĂ©mie de thĂ©Ăątre du Capitol de Moncton accepte prĂ©sentement des inscriptions Ă  ses camps de thĂ©Ăątre du congĂ© de mars. Ces camps de jour bilingues seront offerts en prĂ©sentiel, du 1er au 5 mars 2021, pour les jeunes ĂągĂ©s de 9 Ă  17 ans. Les places sont limitĂ©es. // Moncton’s Capitol Theatre Academy is now accepting registrations for its March Break Drama camps. Bilingual day camps are offered in person from March 1st – 5th, 2021 for youth aged 9 to 17. Places are limited.  +++ info >

Maxim Minimal

An exciting new Virtuoso Series concert collaboration with Resonance New Music and Symphony New Brunswick. This concert will be presented: Thursday, February 25, 7:30 pm, 2021 in Fredericton at the Charlotte Street Arts Centre Saturday, February 27, 7:30 pm, 2021 in Moncton at the Community Peace Centre Sunday, February 28, 2 PM, 2021 in Saint John at the Saint John Arts Centre. +++ info >

Dan Arsenault’s debut album

Dan presents us this instrumentally crafted progressive rock style opus: Éminence. Expanding on articulated melodies, meticulously shaped tones & mystic rhythms for tailoring the album vibe, it’s guitar mastering at it’s finest! Dan is an independent, auto-produced NB artist. With influences like Rush, Pink Floyd & Plini his unique musical character flourished beautifully.  â€˜â€™His melodies feel purposeful’’ Jason Spencer, The Prog Mind. ‘  +++ info >

Ross Cola Full Length Debut Solo Album

There is nothing pretentious about Moncton NB based Ross Cola. In a world where celebrities are moulded as media darlings, Cola brings to the table a refreshing ‘Blue Collar’ energy with a harmless no-nonsense DIY attitude that tells it as he sees it. Anyone who actually believes ‘Rock Is Dead’ needs to top up with the 8-no-holds-barred songs on this solo debut album  +++ info >

Flo Durelle Ă  Tout Simplement Country

This coming Saturday, February 27, 2021 at 8:00 p.m. on ICI ARTV, Flo Durelle will be welcomed by Guylaine Tanguay as one of her featured artists.  She will even be performing her song Mon Accent de la Mer as a duet with Guylaine Tanguay. +++ info >

MOMBIUS HIBACHI NEW VIDEO

The Dark and mucky sound of Mombius Hibachi is back with a new music video for the song “Phantom Halo”.  +++ info >

Myles From Home Podcast

Having this show is a dream for me. For years I’ve thought about how much I’d like to have a long form conversational podcast about the emotional and spiritual sides of being an artist. These are the kinds of conversations that I’ve had with artist friends over the years that I always wished I had recorded. This podcast gives me the chance to go there. // Episode 1 Reeny Smith // Episode 2 Matt Mays // Episode 3 Jeremy Dutcher +++ info >

KELSEY ALBERT LAUNCHES ‘LOOK FOR ME’

Uniquely talented for success Kelsey Albert kicks-off 2021 with strongest single yet! The New Brunswick dynamo is taking strides to ensure 2021 is one to remember. First up for the ever diverse Entertainer and Recording Artist is the NEW Single ‘Look For Me’; Available at all streaming platforms. Kelsey Albert has a proven track record in multiple genres, a quality that serves her well on the NEW song, ‘Look For Me’. +++ info >

Sunnyside Uppers’ New Single “NOBODY GETS ME”

The Uppers are back once again to shine some light into the darkness. Released Valentine’s Day but just as effective on the other 364, “NOBODY GETS ME” is three minutes of starry-eyed heartbreak wrapped in shimmering guitars and crashing drums. It’s about the death of an idea of a projection of a person who’s going to make us whole. What could be more romantic? Available on Bandcamp now and streaming services as they catch up. +++ info >

Elevation out March 5th

Fredericton producer Bridge’s newest single “Elevation” will be released on March 5th on all major streaming platforms. Jesse Hitzroth, better known by his stage name “Bridges” is a Canadian electronic music producer and DJ. Currently residing in New Brunswick, Canada. Bridges is about bringing people together through music. Often using melodic and progressive ingredients to slowly build tracks to a cinematic climax.  +++ info >

New Robert Thomas Single

Robert Thomas and the session men will release a new single “Twilight” to worldwide streaming and Radio on February 15, 2021. The release is being prepped with an ongoing social   media ad campaign and posts by the band that rolled out on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook in November and will be further supported by a YouTube “Twilight” Video release, Live streamed  social media performances and international digital Radio promotion by iPluggers, London, U.K.  +++ info >

SSI Soundstage    

Sound Specialists Inc.(SSI) is looking to partner with bands to provide an avenue for bands to play together in a safe and social distance manner.  Full audio, video and lighting production is provided to stream live.  For more information or booking availability please contact us on all our social media, click the “Book Today” button on our website or email soundstage@ssiaudio.com +++ info >

UNB Music Workshops   

The UNB Conservatory is hosting online workshops. Enjoy learning virtually guided by expert instructors from the comfort of your home. Topics include: 

  • Jazz Theory
  • Music Production
  • Movement for Musicians
  • Songwriting 
  • Performance Anxiety 
  • +++ info >

The NEW 2021 Jane LeBlanc Music Award    

The Jane LeBlanc Foundation has created an award for New Brunswick resident composer-singers or composer-singers who are also musicians to assist them in the recording and mastering of one of their original songs (must be ready for finishing) as well as helping them to create their album art and brand to distribute their mastered track to all online music platforms. DEADLINE: February 25, 2021 +++ info >

@ CHARLOTTE STREET ARTS CENTRE

Our Shivering Songs Songwriter’s Intensive Returns with Lead Songwriter Andrew Sisk. The Shivering Songwriter’s Intensive will be moving forward in a virtual format for 2021.  The Songwriter’s Intensive is a professional development opportunity for emerging and intermediate level songwriters in New Brunswick and is made possible by the generous support of the City of Fredericton.  +++ info >

@ THÉÂTRE DU MONUMENT-LEFEBVRE

18 fĂ©v // Kouchibouguac, l’histoire de Jackie Vautour
Ce documentaire raconte l’histoire de la crĂ©ation controversĂ©e du Parc national Kouchibouguac pour lequel l’expropriation de 250 familles totalisant 1 200 personnes fut nĂ©cessaire.
8 $ rĂ©gulier // 4 $ membre / Ă©tudiant +++ info >

@ THE CAP

Wondering how you can continue to support The Cap during these uncertain times? We’re still happily accepting new #KEEPITLIVE Membership! There are 3, 6, and 12 month options available and they come with sweet perks, including 10% off on all orders online and at The Cap. Check out the full list of perks and sign up here: +++ info >

@ THÉÂTRE CAPITOL THEATRE

The Legendary Downchild Blues Band postpones its Spring tour. The new Moncton concert date is confirmed for November 7th, 2021. Original tickets will be honored. Le groupe lĂ©gendaire Downchild Blues Band reporte sa tournĂ©e de spectacles. La nouvelle date pour le concert de Moncton est confirmĂ©e pour le 7 novembre 2021. Gardez vos billets!. +++ info >

@ CENTRE DES ARTS D’EDMUNDSTON

Le Centre des arts d’Edmundston ouvre ses portes au public! La programmation dĂ©taillĂ©e du congĂ© de mars et la programmation hiver-printemps 2021 se trouvent ici : https://artsedmundston.ca/fr/ateliers-dart/ TĂ©lĂ©phonez dĂšs maintenant au 739-2127 pour vous inscrire!

Overcoming Racism in NB // Vaincre le racisme au NB 

Friday, February 26, starting at 2:00 p.m., in virtual format. This event, organized by New Brunswick African Association and Battle of the Arts NB as part of African Heritage Month, in partnership with Dialogue NB, will bring together the voices of Joanne Owuor, co-founder of Uzima Network Inc. and David Perley, former director of the UNB Mi’kmaq-Wolastoqey Centre.

It will be moderated by Nadine Duguay-Lemay, CEO of Dialogue NB, and Fidel Franco, Cofounder of Black in the Maritimes podcast. +++ info >

ECMA TO ANNOUNCE INITIAL DETAILS OF 2021 FESTIVAL & CONFERENCE

The East Coast Music Association (ECMA) has scheduled a press conference to announce the 2021 East Coast Music Award Nominees, as well as the organization’s COVID-19 plan, ahead of the 2021 East Coast Music Awards: Festival & Conference in Sydney, NS. The press conference will take place March 2 in Sydney at 11:00AM (Atlantic). Attendance will be limited to organizers and speakers, and the entire press conference will be live-streamed via the ECMA’s Facebook and Youtube channels.

S.A.C. Presents Live Stream Concert to Celebrate Black History Month.

On February 25th at 7:00pm EST, you are invited to attend Songwriters.ca Celebration Series SongBird North Black History Month concert performance for an evening of songs and stories featuring beloved, noteworthy and established Canadian music creators across genres. +++ info >

Sensibilisation aux rĂ©alitĂ©s artistiques autochtones 

Ces formations ont comme objectif de favoriser la crĂ©ation de ponts entre Autochtones et Allochtones. Les Ă©changes et discussions dirigĂ©s permettront de mieux cerner les diffĂ©rents dĂ©fis et enjeux contemporains et plus particuliĂšrement dans le milieu artistique. Les participant.e.s pourront mettre en lien des Ă©lĂ©ments de l’histoire autochtone avec leur façon d’interagir avec les membres issus de ces communautĂ©s. +++ info >

Catapult Session 

Applications for Online CATAPULT (Spring 2021) are officially OPEN! CATAPULT Spring 2021 will run from March 12 8 to May 8. Sessions will run on Fridays from 6-9 pm and Saturdays from 9-5. They will be run virtually via Zoom, so we encourage artists from all across the province to apply! Check out the website at www.artslinkcatapult.com for eligibility and further details on how to apply.

Canada’s Music Incubator 2021 

Here’s the 2021 Programs Calendar: 

  • Artist Entrepreneur: March 9-April 30 (Virtual); August 3-September 24    
  • Artist Manager: May 4 -June 11 (Virtual); October 5-November 26  
  • AE West: November 1-December 3    
  • CMI 1 On 1 (Year-Round Online)  +++ info >

ARTS NB NEWS // NOUVELLES DE ARTS NB

The Career Development, Creation and Documentation Programs deadlines are coming up soon! Mark your calendars: March 1st and April 1st are the deadlines to apply. // Les dates limites des programmes de DĂ©veloppement de carriĂšre, de CrĂ©ation et de Documentation s’en viennent Ă  grand pas! Inscrivez les dates Ă  votre calendrier: le 1er mars et le 1er avril sont les dates limites pour y appliquer. +++ info >

NOUVELLES DE MUSICACTION

La Fondation est Ă  la recherche d’un ou d’une analyste aux programmes d’aide financiĂšre.
Ça vous intĂ©resse? Consultez l’offre d’emploi en vous rendant dans la section ActualitĂ©s de notre site internet. Soumettez votre candidature auprĂšs de GeneviĂšve Moreau Ă  gmoreau@musicaction.ca d’ici le 1er mars. +++ info >

NEWS FROM FACTOR

The Annual Profile Review deadline is coming up on February 26, 2021. This is an important deadline for artists and music company applicants looking to maintain or increase their rating. Clients need to log in to portal.factor.ca and verify that the information provided in their applicant and artist profiles is accurate and up-to-date. Following the review, artist ratings and company ratings can go up or down. New ratings go into effect on April 1, 2021.+++ info >

February 25, 2021 in Uncategorized