WHO CAN APPLY: Artists are encouraged to apply at any stage of their music career. Showcases are awarded based on artistic merit and performance readiness, and are assessed by a committee of music industry professionals. We welcome applications from outside of Ontario and Canada.
OFFICIAL SHOWCASE APPLICATION DEADLINE: Apr 14, 2023, 5PM EDT.
FOLK MUSIC ONTARIO CONFERENCE 2023 – Showcase Application Fees
FMO Member Rate: $15.00
Non-Member Rate: $35.00
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All applicants will be contacted regarding their application within four weeks following the application deadline.
All showcases will be taking place in-person, during the Folk Music Ontario Conference, October 12-15th, 2023, in London, Ontario. Should we need to move some programming online due to gathering restrictions, we will contact you.
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION: All applicants – regardless of if they are selected for a showcase – will be sent a code to access discount artist pricing on conference registration fees. Official and Spotlight Showcase artists and their support team must pay to attend the conference. Artist are guaranteed a discounted conference registration rate regardless of Showcase award status. Watch for this code in your email once the conference registration opens!