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Art Volt

Music / Musique

A musician playing the drums at Concordia University's Electroacoustic Studies program.

As the Art Volt Toolbox includes an exhaustive list of resources applicable to all departments, browsing by discipline can allow for more personalized searches. Visit the category pages for more context, or contact us at artvolt@concordia.ca if you have questions.

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Comme la boîte à outils d’Art Volte comprend une liste exhaustive de ressources applicables à tous les départements, la navigation par discipline peut permettre des recherches plus personnalisées. Visitez les pages des catégories pour plus de détails ou contactez-nous à l'adresse artvolt@concordia.ca si vous avez des questions.

Opportunities / Opportunités

Find Opportunities; including links to external Toolboxes and Bulletin Boards, and discover presenters, service providers and tools according to your discipline.

Trouvez des opportunités, y compris des liens vers des boîtes à outils et des babillards externes, et découvrez des diffuseurs, des services et des outils en fonction de votre discipline.

View representative councils and associations for Music:

  • IMAA
    The Independent Media Arts Alliance (IMAA) is a member-driven non-profit national organization working to advance and strengthen the media arts community in Canada. Representing over 100 independent film, video, audio, and new media production, distribution, and exhibition organizations in all parts of the country, the IMAA serves over 16,000 independent media artists and cultural workers.

View external toolboxes for Music:

Discover Music networks and communities:

  • !earshot Distro
    !earshot digital distribution system helps musicians send digital musical submissions to campus and community radio stations.  
  • CJLO
    CJLO is Concordia University's only radio station. 100% non-profit, and run almost entirely by volunteers, the station is located in the heart of the Loyola campus in the NDG borough of Montreal.
  • FairPlay
    A coalition of musicians and music lovers fighting for equity initiatives in the music industry.
  • N10.AS RADIO
    n10.as is an online radio station in Montréal that features a live chat room on their main page for listeners to interact with one another.

View a list of presenters for Music:

Discover research centres for Music:

  • Artlist
    Artlist provides royalty-free music licensing and sound effects for video, film and Youtube.

Discover magazines related to Music:

  • Canadian Musician
    Canada's magazine for professional and amateur musicians. Published since 1979, the magazine covers prominent Canadian artists, the latest gear, technique and the business of music

Discover calls for exhibitions, projects and publications:

  • Akimbo’s listings
    Akimbo provides up-to-date information about exhibitions, publications, performances, screenings, lectures, launches, calls for submissions, and jobs, all related and relevant to the cultural sector in Canada. Searches can be filtered to Montreal, and other locations.
  • Calls Canadian Theatre Creators
    Playwrights’ Workshop Montréal promotes shows, readings, and calls for the theatre community.
  • RCAAQ’s calls for proposals
    View calls for jobs, residencies and more across Quebec via the Regroupement des centres d'artistes autogérés du Québec.
  • RAAV’s calls for proposals
    View call for proposals presented by the Regroupement des artistes en arts visuels du Québec. 
  • ELAN’s call for submissions
    View call for submissions across multiple disciplines via the English Language Arts Network.
  • Pilot Art List
    This is a email list service of art calls that focus on paying artists & curators. Each list has about 100 funded art calls. The calls are researched & hand-picked for exhibitions, residencies, fellowships, & public art primarily from Canada & USA. 

Discover bulletin boards that offer professional development opportunities:

  • Akimbo’s listings
    Akimbo provides up-to-date information about exhibitions, publications, performances, screenings, lectures, launches, calls for submissions, and jobs, all related and relevant to the cultural sector in Canada. Searches can be filtered to Montreal, and other locations.
  • Cultive 
    A digital platform dedicated to supporting professional development within the Quebec cultural sector. A section of the website is dedicated to professional training opportunities. You can also browse per discipline.  

Discover organizations that offer professional development opportunities:

  • ELAN’s workshops
    The English Language Arts Networks provides workshops for music, theatre, visual arts and writing practices.
  • RAAV’s programming
    This is a list of programs provided by the Regroupement des artistes en arts visuels du Québec.
  • YES MONTREAL
    YES is a non-profit, English-language service provider that helps people find Quebec-wide employment, along with services on how to start and grow a business. YES also provides resources specific for Artists.
  • CODEM’s resources for independent workers in a creative career
    CODEM provides multiple services for individuals and businesses to expand their careers. 
  • LOJIQ
    LOJIQ promotes the professional and personal development of young Quebec adults by allowing them to carry out a project involving mobility in Quebec, Canada or internationally.
  • Academos
    Academos is a free mentorship app that allows you to chat with various professionals. 
  • Canada Council Research Library
    The Canada Council for the Arts is passionate about knowledge mobilization and the promotion of an innovative, data driven culture in support of public funding of the arts in Canada.
  • ilovecreatives
    @ilovecreatives is an online network for creatives to create and share their profiles, as well as offer services.
  • CAHD’s internships & opportunities
    Centre for the Arts in Human Development provides educational opportunities and training for those in Creative Arts Therapies.
  • QDF’s workshops
    Quebec Drama Federation provides training, development, and employability support for English-speaking theatre artists and cultural workers in Quebec

  • Artenda
    International residency and grant opportunities
  • Carrefour culturel de Notre-Dame-des-Prairies
    Cultural programming and open calls for short term projects once a year for research and creation.
  • CCOV
    For artists in dance. Open calls for short-term projects twice a year for simple and technical residencies.
  • RCAAQ’s residencies offers
    This points to a list of calls for Quebec-based residencies.
  • Conseil des arts de Montreal’s residencies
    Residencies provided by the Conseil des arts de Montreal covers various creative disciplines.
  • Resartis
    Res Artis: Worldwide Network of Arts Residencies is a network of arts residency operators from around the globe.
  • Residency Unlimited
    Residency Unlimited (RU) provides customized residencies for international and local artists and curators in New York City focused on network support, project/production assistance, and public exposure.

 

The following resources provide a list of prizes and distinctions across all creative disciplines:

Discover a list of grants for all creative practitioners:

Discover a list of grants specific to certain disciplines:

Discover other funding opportunities:

Discover employment opportunities within the cultural sector:

  • Akimbo’s listings
    Akimbo provides up-to-date information about calls for submissions and jobs related to the cultural sector in Canada. Searches can be filtered to Montreal, and other locations.
  • Backstage
    Backstage serves as the #1 resource for actors and performers to find high-quality roles to match their interests and career goals. Unlimited submissions, best-in-class casting tools, and more performance roles than any other casting service.
  • Cultive 
    A digital platform dedicated to supporting professional development within the Quebec cultural sector. A section of the website is dedicated to job postings. 
  • ELAN’s job opportunities
    This list of employment opportunities is provided by the English Language Arts Networks.
  • Entremetteur
    Entremetteur is a francophone freelance recruitment platform. 
  • Grenier’s employment listings
    This service lists general employment opportunities within the  cultural sector.
  • RCAAQ’s employment listings
    This list of employment opportunities is provided by Réseau Art Actuel, an initiative of the Regroupement des centres d'artistes autogérés du Québec.

Bulletin boards for finding cultural events and activities:

  • Akimbo’s listings
    Akimbo provides up-to-date information about exhibitions, publications, performances, screenings, lectures, launches, calls for submissions, and jobs, related and relevant to the cultura sector in Canada. Searches can be filtered to Montreal, and other locations.
  • CreativeMornings
    CreativeMornings are a series of free face-to-face and online events for the creative community to come together through inspiring talks and breakfast in over 200 cities, including Montreal.
  • Festival Filministes
    Feminist film festival with short and long features
  • International remote and in-person design events and community
  • RCAAQ’s events
    This is a list of events happening in Montreal, and Quebec more broadly, provided by Réseau Art Actuel, an initiative of the Regroupement des centres d'artistes autogérés du Québec.
  • Universes in Universe
    Universes in Universe publishes information on art destinations, biennials, exhibitions, art projects, and articles. They cooperate with institutions, event organizers, galleries, groups and individuals worldwide.

Creation & Dissemination

Producing your work

Rehearsal spaces

Technical labs and production centers

  • CJLO
    CJLO’s production department has a fully equipped recording studio along with a separate sound-proof recording room. This studio employs digital recording and mixing equipment, along with a new Soundcraft LX7ii Mixing Board and complete drum set. Alumni of Concordia University benefit from a 50% discount on listed rates.
  • Eastern Bloc
    Eastern Bloc is an artist-run centre with a lab for research and production. Members can use it to work on electronic projects and light manufacturing. The lab gives access to a 3D printer, a paint oven, a milling machine, a moulding and painting room, and much more.
  • OBORO’s new media lab
    This is a link to a New Media Lab’s reservation form and is catered to anyone in film, audio, and  media presentation. 
  • Solo Drum Studio
    Solo Drum Studio offers rehearsal spaces, music lessons and recording facilities for all musicians. With 11 fully equipped rooms and a recording studio, we cater to fit your needs at affordable rates.

 

Presenting your work

Installation for performances

  • Stage Lighting
    A guide on stage lighting, including the lighting design process, choosing lighting equipment, setting up the stage and running the show.

Networking & Project Management

View resources and tools to increase visibility for yourself and your creative practice, to help you manage your time and your projects, and to help you make connections within the Montreal cultural milieu.

Keeping reports of your projects

Funding & Financial Literacy

View resources and tools to help you manage your finances, generate revenue and find financial support for your creative practice.

Managing your finances

Preparing your Budget

  • The Machinery: Cost Estimator for Touring a Show
    This tool allows you to estimate the real costs of a tour, as well as to estimate the set cost of a work. It can help you determine the minimum fee that should be charged to the presenter(s) to cover the costs of each performance.

    To access any resources provided by The Machinery, you will need to join their community and create a free online account. If you have questions you can email them at info@machineriedesarts.ca

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Copyrights, publishing and intellectual property

 

Funding your practice

Funding bodies and programs

  • Factor
    The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings is a public/private partnership that supports the production of sound recordings by Canadian musicians and helps Canadian music companies make recordings available to a wider public. They provide numerous programs including, but not limited to, artist development, collective initiatives, funding for music companies, songwriting development, sound recordings, sponsorships and more.

Royalties

Get in touch!

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For questions, accessibility concerns, or more information on specific resources, contact us at artvolt@concordia.ca. As an expandable depository of online resources, feel free to send your suggestions as well!

Generously supported by Power Corporation of Canada and other dedicated donors, with initial funding from the Peter N. Thomson Family Innovation Fund.

 
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