 PRIX MNB AWARDS 2021 DEADLINE: MAY 15!! We invite our members and the New Brunswick music community to submit applications and suggestions for the 2021 Prix MNB Awards, slated to take place in October. +++ info > DATE LIMITE: 15 MAI!!! Nous invitons nos membres et la communauté musicale du Nouveau-Brunswick à soumettre des candidatures et des suggestions pour les Prix MNB Awards 2021, prévus pour octobre. +++ info > |
 FESTIVAL (506) + EXPORTNB DEADLINE: MAY 15!! Festival (506) features 12 EMERGING + DEVELOPING artist showcases. ExportNB is a year-long program aimed at furthering the careers of 6 to 8 EXPORT-READY + EXPORTING artists. DATE LIMITE: 15 MAI !!! Le Festival (506) présente 12 vitrines d’artistes EN ÉMERGENCE + EN DÉVELOPPEMENT. ExportNB est un programme qui s’échelonne sur un an et qui vise à faire progresser les carrières de 6 à 8 artistes PRÊT.ES À L’EXPORTATION + QUI EXPORTENT. |
 NB Girls+ Rock Camps Girls+ Rock du NB This year, we waved the application fee for the Prix MNB Awards + added a donation box for the NB Girls+ Rock Camps (Fredericton + Moncton + Saint John)! You can also make a donation without submitting for an award here! // Cette année, on a supprimé les frais de mise en candidature pour les Prix MNB Awards + ajouté une boîte de dons au profit des camps Girls+ Rock du NB (Fredericton + Moncton + Saint Jean)! Vous pouvez également faire un don sans soumettre pour un prix ici! |
 COUNTRY: Co-writing retreat // Retraite de co-écriture MNB is launching applications for a songwriting retreat focused on Country artists, as part of the Canadian Songwriter Challenge! The event will take place from July 15-18th in Miramichi NB.// MNB lance les soumissions pour une retraite de co-écriture pour artistes country, dans le cadre du Défi canadien de la chanson! L’événement aura lieu du 15 au 18 juillet à Miramichi NB. +++ info > |
 SAVVY SESSION • SESSION SENSÉE MAY 13 Marketing Plan 101 · Plan de marketing 101 You’ve created something, now what? Developing a marketing plan can be overwhelming. Join Sarah Jamer from The Syrup Factory on May 13th to review the process of creating a functional marketing plan – including tips and tricks to focus on what really matters for you! +++ info > |
 NEXT DEADLINE // PROCHAINE DATE ★ JUNE 1, 2021 ★ Emerging Artist • Marketing ★ 1 JUIN 2021 ★ Artiste en début de carrière • Marketing mid-musicnb.org // dim-musicnb.org |
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 Perfect Timing ‘Perfect Timing’ is the 2nd full-length album release from Michael J. Foxx in less than a month and he correctly surmised, “I totally feel like it’s my best body of work.” For this project Foxx turned the console duties over to Producer Flava Boy allowing Michael to excel vocally. Perfect Timing presents 12-stellar tracks that hypnotically pulls-in listeners. +++ info > |
 Ananas récidive avec un autre ver d’oreille BrigitteLe groupe Ananas propose un nouvel extrait avec la chanson Brigitte. Les membres du groupe considèrent que cette pièce est une bonne toune pour faire de la route. Avec son sens de la dérision Ananas, auteur de succès radiophoniques tel que New Kids et encore Cross Point, se fait plaisir à raconter encore une fois l’histoire de leur patelin. Brigitte heureuse gagnante au bingo se trouve une liberté pour voyager à son rythme sur les routes. +++ info > |
 CBC Searchlight’s NB Artists The round of voting ends May 20. Go vote for your favourite NB artist! // Sonic Detour · Apryll Aileen · The Divorcees · Mike Bern · One8Tea · Richie Young · Ms. Thomas · Laurie LeBlanc · Short for Arthur · Émilie Landry · Wolf Castle · FM Berlin · The Hypochondriacs · Lazermortis · Carla Bonnell · Freya Milliken · Michael J Foxx · Robert Thomas & the Session Men · Body Paint · and many more! +++ info > |
 GET ZAPPED WITH MIKE TRASK TV DINNER is the latest full length album from Mike Trask, available on vinyl and digitally Saturday, May 15. On TV Dinner, Trask’s 10th studio album (but first on vinyl), he wears all hats, recording and performing nearly every instrument himself on tape at his recording studio MRC. The album showcases his eclectic songwriting style, deconstructing traditional genre conventions and repurposing them into a single solitary sonic vision. +++ info > |
 The Shivering Songs Radio Hour Shivering Songs announces The Shivering Songs Radio Hour, a new collaboration between the Fredericton festival and campus/community radio stations throughout New Brunswick. Across two installments on May 16 and May 23, The Shivering Songs Radio Hour will broadcast archival footage from the festival vaults, in partnership with CHSR 97.9 (Fredericton), Local 107 (Saint John), and CHMA 106.9 (Sackville). Both installments can also be live streamed via any of the station’s websites.+++ info > |
 Cathy Hutch’s Upcoming Gigs MAY 13 – SAINT JOHN MARINA 6-9PM MAY 22 – DANDELION FEST @ CRABBE MOUNTAIN INN 5:30-6:30PM MAY 23 – PADDLEFEST NB, ALGONQUIN HOTEL ST. ANDREWS 5-7PM MAY 27 – AMICI’S, QUISPAMSIS 8-10PM MAY 29 – BRANCH 11 LEGION, WOODSTOCK 9-12PM JUN 03 – VITO’S ROTHESAY 7:30-9:30PM +++ info > |
 Apryll Aileen New Video Canadian alternative pop-rock singer-songwriter, Apryll Aileen, drops official music video for “Home”. Pulling all elements of her inspirations together for an anthemic, pop r&b sound, paired with her classical pianist background, Aileen’s “Home” shares the story of the powerful self realization that often, our life path takes us on a journey that leads us back home. +++ info > |
 All Clear Productions is Hiring Part-time Music Rights Researcher Description of Organization: Music/footage research and licensing; visual clearance for national television shows. // Start/End dates: ASAP for approx. 4 weeks // Application Requirements: Cover letter, letter of recommendation, resume. Deadline May 14 // Address applications to: Julietta McGovern at allclearprod@gmail.com // Salary: $15 /hour. +++ info > |
 Spectacle virtuel d’Émilie Landry L’artiste Émilie Landry propose un spectacle virtuel qui sera disponible en ligne, donc partout dans le monde, du 8 au 15 mai 2021. Ce spectacle célèbre le premier anniversaire de l’album qui a su faire ses preuves malgré les défis de la dernière année. Cet évènement virtuel a été tourné à Campbellton le dimanche 25 avril 2021 au Circolo Arts & Culture avec un public restreint et une superbe équipe technique. +++ info > |
 The Backstays’ Tributaries“When the pieces first came together, it was about trying to escape but never being able to move on; like chasing after something intangible,” said The Backstays’ Serenna Chapman (she/her) of single ‘Forever Gold Bricks.’ “I’d say this is a cautionary tale about how running away, towards empty, superficial things ultimately never works.” That push and pull mark the defining faultline of Tributaries, The Backstays’ debut album. A meeting point between heartland rock songwriting and darker, atmospheric indie rock, Tributaries sees the band experimenting with a more expansive sound that equally evokes new wave and post-punk. +++ info > |
 SNB presents Future Promises “Future Promises” is a concert full of promising music and musicians and a promise of a music filled future in NB. This concert is part of SNB’s Emerging Artist Project. Wednesday, May 12, 7:30 pm Imperial Theatre Saturday, May 15, 7:30 pm The Playhouse Sunday, May 16, 2 pm Capitol Theatre +++ info > |
 New Music from Stephen Hero x Brydon Crain Earlier this year Saint John MC Stephen Hero and Fredericton songwriter/musician Brydon Crain (Motherhood) joined forces to create a unique project of alt-rap Saint John poetry over sample-based oddball beats. Their upcoming single is called ‘Please Don’t Bury Me,’ and is accompanied by a music video shot and edited by Josh Hooper, in Fredericton. +++ info > |
 La 20, un des grands succès d’Édith Butler repris par Troiselle Le beau temps revient et on ne peut s’empêcher de rêver de reprendre la route et aller à l’aventure. Un rêve qui pourra peut-être se réaliser l’été prochain sur la 20 au Québec, avec un peu de chance. Sinon, on en profitera pour sillonner nos routes et découvrir notre petit coin de pays tout en fredonnant La 20. +++ info > |
 Colin Fowley album release Wednesday, June 2 | 7:30 pm | The Playhouse The unique character of Colin Fowlie’s music fuses elements of folk, rock, blues and Americana/Canadiana with a special blend of universally themed storytelling that, along with his down-to-earth personality, create a memorable and captivating listening experience. +++ info > |
 Songwriters’ Circle Songwriters’ Tour with Colin Fowlie, Kylie Fox + Blaire Nicolle pick up a local artist in each town they perform. May 15 Halifax NS // The Carleton w/ Awolk +++ info > |
 FLOURISH Festival announces 50+ performers Fredericton’s FLOURISH Festival has shared an impressive line-up ahead of its June 10-13 edition, announcing Motherhood, Wolf Castle, Century Egg, Eliza Niemi, LXVNDR, and nearly fifty other artists. Festival performances will encompass music, art, installations, workshops, poetry, and more, in a mix of in-person and digital events. +++ info > |
 RE:FLUX 16 Artist Lineup RE: FLUX is back for its 16th edition! From May 24 to 30, 2021, tune in to the programming – taking place mainly online – and enjoy the festival regardless of your COVID alert phase or colour code or geographical location! With: ANDRÉ CORMIER • EMILY KENNEDY • SARAH PAGÉ • ANNA SCHIMKAT • AMY BRANDON • DARREN COPELAND • JEREMIE JONES and more +++ 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 > |
 @ CHARLOTTE STREET ARTS CENTRE Take a tour through the Centre’s current exhibits as if you were here, except you don’t have to wear a mask or go out into the cold. Enter through the West wing of the building and stroll through Ysabelle Vautour’s exhibit in the Penny Gallery. Next, make your way one-directionally through the Glencross Gallery to Diane Davis’s exhibit on the landing / the East Wing stairwell, and over to Kaitlin Hoyt’s exhibit in the West Wing stairwell and lobby. +++ info > |
 @ THÉÂTRE DU MONUMENT LEFEBVRE22 MAI // Sous la direction artistique de Kevin McIntyre, vous êtes invités à un spectacle en personne qui connectera le public des salles la même soirée. Vous aurez accès à des artistes en personne et vous verrez en direct sur écran géant les artistes ainsi que le public des autres salles tout au long de la soirée. Avec Danny Boudreau, Jacques et Josiane Comeau, et Menoncle Jason et P’tit Belliveau. +++ info > |
 @ THE CAP May 15// Justice For ARTPOP: Lady Gaga Drag Show May 16 // Tannery Summer Kick-Off! with: The Tortoise, The Hare & The Millionaire; Kylie Fox; Weak Size; Kill Chicago June 3 // Honey Gut + Run The River: Living Roots @ The Cap +++ info > |
 @ THÉÂTRE CAPITOL THEATRE May 16 // Future promises May 22 // Spectacle Interconnecté May 28 // SALTWATER SONGS, with Catherine MacLellan, Rachel Beck, Tim Chaisson May 30 // A SEASONAL SERENADE, Camerata NB Concert CLICK HERE for the full list of rescheduled and cancelled performances. |
 @ CENTRE DES ARTS D’EDMUNDSTON Le Centre des arts d’Edmundston, situé dans une ancienne église au cœur du centre-ville, est un espace dédié à la création et à la diffusion des arts. Le Centre offre une programmation artistique variée, de qualité, par l’entremise de spectacles, d’ateliers de création et de formation et d’expositions. Véritable carrefour de créativité, c’est ici que les artistes et le public se rencontrent pour explorer diverses formes d’art. Il est un espace de découverte où la créativité bouillonne. +++ info > |
 @ CENTRE CULTUREL DE CARAQUET Le Centre culturel de Caraquet offre gratuitement des locaux insonorisés pour les artistes et enseignant(e)s en musique et chant. 125 pieds carrés par local, un piano droit dans chaque local et autres instruments de musique disponibles sur demande. Pour réservations: 506.726.5001 +++ info > |
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 604 Sessions: A Songwriting Camp 604/LO announced the launch of their 2021 604 Sessions Song Camp. Created to foster an atmosphere of creativity and opportunity for unsigned artists – the camp is focused on offering 604/LO’s creative services to the greater community while also opening the door for a wider range of artists to form relationships with labels. Applications are now open! +++ info > |
 Mise en candidature pour les Éloizes Il est temps de soumettre votre candidature – nouvelle date limite : 31 mai 2021. L’Académie des arts et des lettres de l’Atlantique, l’instance responsable du processus d’évaluation des candidatures aux Éloizes, donne le coup d’envoi de la période de mise en candidature des Éloizes 2022. Il est donc le temps de soumettre votre candidature pour une œuvre, une prestation ou une contribution créée ou présentée au cours de la période visée par les Éloizes 2022, soit du 1er juillet 2019 au 31 mai 2021. +++ info > |
 NEW 2021 ECMA DATES ANNOUNCED The East Coast Music Association (ECMA) has announced rescheduled dates for the virtual edition of the 2021 East Coast Music Awards: Festival & Conference, which was moved online last week, due to renewed concerns about rising COVID-19 numbers in Nova Scotia. This virtual celebration of East Coast Music will now occur June 9 – 13, 2021, entirely online. +++ info > |
 FRANCOFÊTE EN ACADIE Les inscriptions aux vitrines 2021 et au répertoire d’offres de spectacles 22-23 sont lancées! Rendez-vous sur notre site internet afin de connaître tous les détails. La date limite pour remplir un formulaire d’inscription est fixée au 28 mai. L’édition 2021 de la FrancoFête en Acadie à Dieppe sera réalisée en formule hybride du mardi 2 au samedi 6 novembre prochain. |
 Contact East 2021 Calling all Atlantic Canadian performers: artist submissions for Contact East 2021 are now LIVE! Contact East is APA’s hallmark showcase summit and Atlantic Canada’s premiere performing arts booking conference. The event brings together performing arts presenters, managers, and agents to see top-quality performances from a diverse range of artistic genres The application deadline is Friday, May 21, 4pm AST. +++ info > |
 ARTS NB NEWS // NOUVELLES DE ARTS NB The New Brunswick Arts Board (artsnb) has released the results of the Arts Scholarships, Creative Residencies and Artist in Residence competitions (February 2021), as well as the Career Development competition (March 2021). Grants totaling $154,539 were awarded by juries of professional artists in these four funding programs. +++ info > |
 NEWS FROM FACTOR Join FACTOR, Musique Nomade and special guests Tiffany Kulikatana Ayalik and Kayley Inuksuk Mackay from PIQSIQ for a free virtual workshop “Marketing 101: How to Write an Effective Marketing Plan” on Thursday, May 13.Learn all the things you need to think about when writing a marketing plan. This workshop is for self-identified Indigenous artists. +++ info > |
 NOUVELLES DE MUSICACTION Lancé officiellement le 10 mars dernier, le Soutien aux événements de musique devant public (ou le SEP, pour faire plus simple!) vise à appuyer la présentation d’événements musicaux sécuritaires dans le contexte actuel, tels les spectacles, les vitrines et les tournées d’artistes canadiens, devant un public en présentiel comme en virtuel. La nouvelle initiative est dotée d’une enveloppe de 6 M$ et veut stimuler l’emploi d’artistes, de musiciens, de techniciens et autres travailleurs et fournisseurs de services canadiens du secteur musical. |
April 16th to May 8thOpening May 7th 
Win a Bob Morouney original print!*
MAY 1, 2021 | 11 AM – 3 PM
WE HAVE SPRING STRINGS IN STOCK! 
A fantastic opportunity to explore the range of monotypes. Some methods don’t even require a press, giving the freedom to create anywhere! Nathan Cann is a wonderful instructor – we’re lucky to have him with us to teach us some of how he creates his mesmerizing pieces.
Four days of colourful fun! A great opportunity to learn from scratch, polish up your old skills, or experiment with something a bit more adventurous! Ruth will teach you how to create beautiful art with glass..
It’s back! Beginners pottery with Chantal. Learn how to create with clay using slap, coil and pinch techniques. Feeling the need to get your hands in the soil? This is the next best thing until it’s warm enough outside!
This course last year was a huge hit! This year we are following the same format of live interactive and pre-recorded tutorials (made available for students at the end) with wonderful facilitator Ann Manuel.
This online course is designed to build knowledge of general photography concepts gradually in a way that doesn’t overwhelm. Use your own phone to create wonderful photographic memories. You’ll learn to use your own phone to create wonderful photographic memories with composition, exposures and how to edit, utilizing the apps and options on your phone.
This online course will take you those steps further with your photography. Get creatively experimental with form, colour, image, composition, effects and more, using apps and options on your own phone.
This course is designed to help artists create the portfolio they want and need. Don’t know how to stop the glare from the glass? Can’t make your photo look like the image? Learning techniques with Robert will give understanding of editing, labelling, filing, presenting and more.
Have fun and take out some frustrations!
This 2 ½ day workshop will focus on providing honest, thoughtful and supportive feedback on each participant’s art work. This Forum invites painters who work with paint media.
This Forum invites painters who work with any materials. During this 2 ½ day workshop, Stephen will focus on providing honest, thoughtful and supportive feedback on each participant’s art work. 
The wonderful Brigitte Clavette returns with this 2.5 day intensive metals workshop. Designed for practicing metalworkers – learn a new skill, perfect an old one, grown your practice, share knowledge and tips with fellow artists. 
Sorry – currently Sold Out.
For experienced and beginners. Drawing is the most fundamental and important skill you can learn! It trains the eye, builds confidence and co-ordination, encourages self-expression, and is a cornerstone for all practices, no matter the medium.
Registration for SCAMPS summer camp now available. 
Mural project – can you help?
Are you drawn towards promoting and celebrating Canadian art and culture? Would being a board member, and working with a dynamic Crown corporation of interest to you? If the answer is yes, the 
Sunbury Shores Arts & Nature Centre are honored to have received funding for programming this year. 