Now taking submissions for the Manitoba Aboriginal Artist showcase during the Canadian Aboriginal Festival

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SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 4pm CST Friday, October 16, 2009

Manitoba Music’s Aboriginal Music Program is producing the Manitoba Aboriginal Artist Showcase during the Canadian Aboriginal Festival in Hamilton. The event will be held on Friday, November 27 from 11:00 pm – 12:30 am at The Studio in Hamilton Place. This event is an excellent opportunity for acts to showcase in front of Aboriginal business leaders, community leaders and media representatives.

To be considered for a showcase, you must:
• Have a current release
• Be export-ready
• Have financial capacity to undertake travel and accommodations in Hamilton (Market Access Program Support is available, but will not cover full costs)
• Be a Manitoba Music member

Submit:
• One (1) copy of your current release
• One (1) copy of a current video (if available)
• One (1) copy of your press kit (include location of electronic press kit, if available)
• One (1) copy of a letter explaining how this showcase would fit with your band's overall development plan

Submissions will be evaluated based on:
• Music
• Track record
• Strength of team
• Export readiness

Submit by 4pm CST October 16, 2009 to:
Alan Greyeyes, Aboriginal Music Program Coordinator
Manitoba Music
1-376 Donald Street
Winnipeg, MB R3B 2J2

For more info, please contact:
Alan Greyeyes, Aboriginal Music Program Coordinator
Manitoba Music
E: alan@manitobamusic.com

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