MNS News

MNS International Women's Day Workshops

Submitted by Danabeeler on Mon, 2020-02-24 10:12

International Women's Day, celebrated globally since 1975, is a focal point in the movement for women's rights. It is a day when all women are recognized and celebrated. Music Nova Scotia is proud to join the many other music industry associations across the country celebrating International Women’s Day.
Location Announced For Nova Scotia Music Week 2020 & 2021

Submitted by Danabeeler on Tue, 2020-02-04 14:03

(February 4, 2020) Each November, more than 1,000 musicians and music industry professionals from around the world come together in Nova Scotia to showcase and celebrate the incredible musical talent that exists in the province.

Music Nova Scotia is happy to announce that Sydney, Cape Breton will host the 2020 edition of Nova Scotia Music Week (NSMW), taking place from November 5th to 8th. Truro will host the event in 2021.
Updates to Music NS Investment Programs 2020

Submitted by Danabeeler on Mon, 2020-02-03 14:14

Important Changes to the Music Nova Scotia Investment Program
Please be advised of the following important changes to the Music Nova Scotia Investment Program:

1. The program levels for artists are being renamed; the same programs are available to the corresponding levels.

2019 Casino NS Artist in Residence Program

Casino Nova Scotia Annual Artist in Residence Program - $20,000 to support the winner's career!

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Once again Casino Nova Scotia is calling on emerging Nova Scotian musicians to compete for the annual Artist in Residence program! This program will provide the selected musician or group with $20,000 in funding to assist with developing their career through recording, marketing, and live performance opportunities. Music Nova Scotia is administering the program and will provide career path support.

Applications are now open, and close on July 26th at 5:00pm ADT.

Applicants must fill out an online application form, which can be found here.

Along with general contact information, web and social media links, applicants must have the following prepared before beginning the application; these elements are mandatory and must accompany your submission:

Current biography.
Current press photo.
Statement on artists’ goals and career plan. You must provide an extensive plan outlining the coming year’s goals, plans, and career trajectory. Please use the career plan template provided here. Once you have completed the plan, attach the document to the application via the “attachments” tab at the bottom of the application form.
Web link to a music streaming site where a maximum of 3 songs are available; these songs will be evaluated by the jury. Please only link 3 songs - do not provide a link to a player which features more than 3 songs (e.g. a full album).
Lyric sheets for the 3 songs you will be submitting.

To review the Program's rules and regulations, click here.

The applicant evaluation process will include:

Review of online applications and demos
Interview with selected applicants
Live performance of the finalists on September 20, 2019

For the latest information concerning the Casino Nova Scotia’s Artist in Residence Program please visit:

http://musicnovascotia.ca/content/casino-ns-artist-residence-program

Artist in Residence Contact:
Ashlea Barr
Phone: 902-496-6659
Email: abarr@casinonovascotia.com

Music Nova Scotia Contact:
Dana Beeler
Phone: 902-423-6271, ext. 114
Email: dana@musicnovascotia.ca