Music Recording Projects

Overview of the Music Recording Projects program:

The Music Recording Projects is a funding opportunity which aims to support the recording of music by Ontario-based musicians including composers, songwriters and beat producers. This program has two categories which are: 1. Demo/EP recordings - EP recording of a series of songs that may be released individually or as a short album, less than 25 minutes, intended for public release - Demo recordings for the purpose of demonstrating newly developed work for labels, funders, presenters, promoters, festivals, etc. These recordings may or may not also be intended for public release 2. Full-length album - a single work or collection of compositions, 25 minutes minimum, recorded for public release in physical format or an online platform. - The album is only considered complete after it has been publicly released.

Benefits of the Music Recording Projects program:

• Each subcategory of this program will receive the following grant amount:
• Demo/EP recordings: maximum $4,000
• Full-length album: maximum $10,000

Eligibility criteria of the Music Recording Projects program:

• To qualify for this program, the following criteria must be met:
• Individual applicants must be 18 years of age or older to apply.
• Professional musicians and composers who are Ontario residents
• Professional music ad hoc groups, collectives and organizations based in Ontario
• Ontario-based, professionally led community orchestras and choirs, as well as choral training groups whose project includes fees to professional musicians or composers