JazzYYC Application Guidelines

JazzYYC Application Guidelines

FESTIVAL APPLICATIONS

• JazzYYC Canadian Festival (November 6-10, 2024)

• JazzYYC International Jazz Days (April 25-30, 2025)

• JazzYYC Summer Festival (June 24-29, 2025)

• JazzYYC Canadian Festival (November 6-9, 2025)

1. Multiple artists/groups will be chosen for our festivals and performances / streams which will take place in accordance with the most up to date Alberta Government health regulations.

2. Application deadlines for out-of-Province artists as follows (brackets indicate number of months in advance application to be submitted prior to festival at the latest to be considered):

• JULY 15 - JazzYYC Canadian Festival (4 months in advance)

• DECEMBER 15 - JazzYYC International Jazz Days (4 months in advance)

• OCTOBER 1 - JazzYYC Summer Festival

(Canada Council Applications - Submit prior to October CAC Deadline)

• DECEMBER 1 - JazzYYC Summer Festival

(International Artists - 6 months in advance)

3. Application deadlines for ALBERTA artists as follows:

• AUGUST 1 - JazzYYC Canadian Festival (3 months in advance)

• JANUARY 15 - JazzYYC International Jazz Days (3 months in advance)

• JANUARY 15 - JazzYYC Summer Festival (5 months in advance)

4. Artists/Groups selected for the festival will be compensated for their performance

5. Select the appropriate FESTIVAL check box and complete form to apply

EDUCATIONAL VIDEO (Year Round)

1. Create and produce an educational video that is unique, engaging and has a specific jazz focus. Multiple videos will be chosen throughout the season and will be released in consultation with the artist.

2. All editing and production work to be completed by musician(s). No panels or logos please.

3. Once a proposal is selected, completed videos to be submitted as a video file with 720p or 1080p resolution via a link provided by JazzYYC at least 2 weeks prior to video release date..

4. Select the EDUCATIONAL VIDEO check box, complete this form and send us your proposal.

Select the programming component you're applying for

Information and Guidelines for each programming component are listed on the left. You may apply for more than one component.

JazzYYC Canadian Festival (2024)

November 6-10, 2024

JazzYYC International Jazz Days (2025)

April 25-30, 2025

JazzYYC Summer Festival (2025)

June 24-29, 2025

JazzYYC Canadian Festival (2025)

November 6-9, (2025)

EDUCATIONAL VIDEO

Year Round

Name*

Leader, manager or main contact.

Phone*

Include area code

Email address for correspondence*

This will be the email we use to communicate with you re: this application, potential booking etc.

Email address for e-transfer payment*

This will be the email address we use to e-transfer payment to you should you be booked.

Street Address*

City*

Province/State*

Postal Code/ZIP Code*

Country*

Stage/Band name*

(How you/your group will be listed in promo materials)

How many in your group including you?*

Group members' names & instruments*

List the full name and associated instrument(s) of each group member (how you want them listed in marketing materials)

Artist/Group website address

Electronic Press Kit (EPK) link

YouTube/Vimeo links

Twitter handle

Facebook page address

Instagram handle

Upload Required File Attachments*

See section below for a list of files you're required to upload

Drag and drop files here or

Upload Requirements per application component:

Please read the upload requirements carefully and ensure you upload the files required for the component you are applying. FESTIVAL PERFORMANCE 1. Bio (250 words max) 2. Two high resolution photos/images of artist/group (.jpeg files, min 300 ppi) EDUCATIONAL VIDEO: 1. Proposal for your educational video. 300 words max. (.pdf files only) 2. Bio (max 250 words) 3. Two high resolution photos/images of artist/group (.jpeg files, min 300 ppi) Unfortunately, we are unable to consider applications that are submitted without all of the required files. If you have questions / concerns / require assistance, please email operations@jazzyyc.com

Did you upload the required files?*

Select or enter value

Have you performed at a JazzYYC event before?*

Select or enter value

If you answered yes, when?

Enter date of most recent performance at a JazzYYC event / festival

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